Carl 12200 Bidex Professional 10-Sheet Rotary Trimmer, Metal Base, 12 x 11

by Carl

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 17.1 x 11.5 x 2.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00007E7M4
• Item model number: 12200
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (52 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,059 in Office Products (See Top 100 in Office Products)
  • #10 in Office Products > Office Supplies > Cutting & Measuring Devices > Paper Trimmers > Rotary Trimmers
• Date first available at Amazon.com: June 17, 2003

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Perfect trimmer that's versatile enough to be at home in the Home, School, Office, or Home/Office. Choose the size that best fits your projects - the RT-200 12" Trimmer, RT-215 15" Trimmer or RT-218 18" Trimmer.

Patented CARL cutting rail holds paper firmly in place, while premium carbide blades ensure a precise, accurate cut. Sturdy metal base is calibrated and features preset measurements for common-sized items. Updated graphics, rulers and grid make it easy to trim materials.

The cutting blade rests directly next to the cutting rail, so there's no guessing where the blade comes into contact with the materials you're trimming!

Trims up to 10 sheets of standard 20 lb. bond copy paper. Also trims card stock, black core artist mat board, plastic sheets, acetate and much, much more!!

While the Professional Series Trimmers include a straight blade, there are 10 other blade designs that are sold separately. These decorative blades are ideal for creating cards, scrapbook pages, borders, invitations, and a lot of other projects.

Key Benefits

• Trims up to 10 sheets of standard 20 lb. bond paper
• Sturdy metal base is calibrated with preset measurements
• Up to 11 different cutting blade patterns available (sold separately)
• Limited lifetime warranty (blades and cutting mats excluded)

Product Description

Count on precise, accurate cuts with the premium carbide blade. Cuts up to 10 sheets. Patented rail system holds paper firmly to ensure a sharp edge and exact cut. Sturdy metal base is calibrated and features preset measurements for common-sized items. Updated graphics, rulers and grid make it easy to trim materials. Cuts mat board, card stock, plastic sheets, etc. Ideal for small and home office functions or craft projects. Manufacturer’s limited lifetime warranty (excludes blade and cutting mats). All sheet capacities are based on 20-lb. bond.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

55 of 55 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I use this gizmo way more than I thought I would, December 18, 2006

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Jessica E. Bowen (Marlborough, MA USA) - See all my reviews
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A basic paper cutter, I have found so many uses for this! It cuts through several pieces of paper at once - maybe 10 sheets, and the rotary blade is precise and much safer than the guillotine style. I use it to cut photos I've printed from the computer, school projects, cutting strips for paper chains, cutting paper for crafts, cutting recipes to fit into my recipe box, etc. It's small enough to store easily too - and even to bring it with me if I'm crafting away from home.

49 of 49 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Does exactly what it should.... excellent, February 18, 2007

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Jane Stansell (southern Illinois) - See all my reviews
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This trimmer is very definitely worth the price. It cuts smoothly every time. Because of the clear plastic edges, there's no guesswork involved in setting up the cutting line for small pieces. There is a grid on the bed of the trimmer, marked for setting up bigger pieces without having to examine the path of the cutting blade. Amazing amongst trimmers, this one is actually true to the right angle between horizontal and vertical. The trimmer weighs more than plastic ones, but I still use it on my lap for last minute adjustments in card-making. This trimmer is by Carl, whose website gives the impression that Carl is a serious company, producing quality products. I use the trimmer daily, and am very happy with it.

47 of 47 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Quality product!, January 16, 2007

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Kendra K. Harnden "Mama_KK" (Kansas) - See all my reviews
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I had this on my wish list for Christmas this year & my mom bought it for me. I had not actually ever seen this product except for online. Just before Thanksgiving I borrowed a friends Fiskars brand rotary trimmer & decided I'd like one of my own. I chose this particular one because of size & pricing. I am very, very pleased - it is a much better quality than the Fiskars. Very solid metal & hard plastic construction. Easy removal of small interchangeable blades with handy blade storage on underside of trimmer (have to love anything that's self containing :). Highly recommended !!!