Paper Cutter

[Polygon]

So, what do you use to cut the excess off your covers?

I have one of those slider style cutters and I can't stand it. It doesn't always cut straight and I'm left trimming with scissors or I have to re-print the cover.

[e_brugal]

Still I haven't buy any cases, but i have being preparing for the day that i buy them to have all i need to start.

So i buy one of those slider style cutters too, i once sow it in a youtube video. It works great for me

[SnesGuy]

I use a razor knife and a steel square

[WolfAlmighty]

This:

http://www.officesupersavers.com/viewItemsAct.asp?classlabel=UUAA&manufactlabel=1700305&sku=SWI9112&gb=1&utm_source=GoDataFeed&utm_medium=ShoppingEngine&utm_campaign=Nextag&gdftrk=gdfV21806_a_7c446_a_7c1526_a_7cSWI9112

And it works like a charm.  I don't print my covers to full size, either, so I have two sides to trim to make a 1/4" border around the whole cover, and this thing is a wonder.

[AxelSteelBMX]

Scissors. I have an incredible amount of patience, and actually find the process relaxing in a way.

[Megatron]

I use this:

http://www.staples.com/X-Acto-12-inch-Heavy-Duty-Plastic-Paper-Trimmer-10-Sheet-Capacity/product_818674

been using it for about 6 months.  It does take some getting used to, in terms of lining everything up, but as long as you give it a good chop it really looks amazing.  

Here are some done with this cutter



note, Kingdom Hearts and Superstar Saga were NOT done by this.  been meaning to go back and fix all my sloppy work from earlier

[Arseen]

To view the above link you'll need to use zip code.
I used my Finnish one and it worked.

Seems to be same as La Pointe, Wisconsin, USA

[Bear78]

Clear ruler and a exatco knife.  Not always perfect but its pretty close and gets the job done.

[Seraph Man]

Metal Ruler and X-acto knife. I also print the covers with a 1px thin black border, to help line everything up, which is especially helpful when you've got white background covers.

[wiggy]

This:

http://www.officesupersavers.com/viewItemsAct.asp?classlabel=UUAA&manufactlabel=1700305&sku=SWI9112&gb=1&utm_source=GoDataFeed&utm_medium=ShoppingEngine&utm_campaign=Nextag&gdftrk=gdfV21806_a_7c446_a_7c1526_a_7cSWI9112

And it works like a charm.  I don't print my covers to full size, either, so I have two sides to trim to make a 1/4" border around the whole cover, and this thing is a wonder.

This is what I use, except mine is ancient and made of Oak or something and cast iron instead of plastic and fiberboard.  Before that (and still for some things that are too large for the cutter) I use a large ruler/straight edge and a knife.  Both get the job done, just depends on how much you want to invest.

[palmer6strings]

Ya I've got one of the ancient cast iron and oak ones but it doesn't cut anymore. needs a lot of work.
so I've now got one of those junky plastic ones that you get from Walmart. It's not very accurate. I have to use a ruler to hold the paper in place otherwise it cuts the paper all funny.

[Belmont86]

I use one of this. got it at the fleamarket for $0.25

[Inactive]

I use one of this. got it at the fleamarket for $0.25

That looks pretty sweet!

[Polygon]

Thanks for all the suggestions everyone. I think would prefer the standard style. This one is really pissing me off. I've resorted to using scissors because it doesn't cut evenly.

I use one of this. got it at the fleamarket for $0.25

LOL! That's the exact one that I have.

[PKMoogle]

I just cut with scissors then lay in on a piece of cardboard and carefully cut off any excess with and X-Acto knife