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Carl® 12in. Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Blue

Carl® 12" Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Blue

Item: 461045    Model: 12200

Carl® 12" Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Blue
4.0stars
( 155 reviews)
  • Cuts up to 10 sheets of 20-lb. paper
  • 12" paper length
  • 2 3/4"H x 15 1/2"W x 11"D
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Cuts up to 10 sheets of 20-lb. paper12" paper length2 3/4"H x 15 1/2"W x 11"DEach12"Cuts up to 10 sheets of 20-lb. paper12" paper length2 3/4"H x 15 1/2"W x 11"DCarl® 12" Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Bluehttp://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/461045_sc7?$std$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/461045_sc7?$thb$http://s7d5.scene7.com/is/image/Staples/461045/Carl-12-inch-Professional-Rotary-Paper-Trimmer-15-Sheet-Capacity-Gray-Blue/product_461045Carl® 12" Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Blue4.0155
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Carl� 12" Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Blue
 
4.0

(based on 155 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (54)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (71)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (11)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (9)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (10)

86%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Durable (92)
  • Lightweight (78)
  • Well built (60)
  • Easy to use (57)
  • Stable (54)

Cons

  • Difficult to use (10)
  • Flimsy (10)
  • Poor design (5)
  • Heavy (3)
  • Heavy / bulky (3)

Best Uses

  • Every day use (45)
  • Occasional use (45)
  • Office (33)
  • Scrapbooking (25)
  • Classroom (20)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Quality oriented (102), Budget shopper (35), Midrange shopper (4)
    • Primary use:
    • Personal (96), Business (51)

Most Helpful Positive Review

 

It works!!! The scoring blade saved me.

The cutter and scoring blade saved the day for me making a lay flat photo wedding album.

The cutter and scoring blade saved the day for me making a lay flat photo wedding album.

VS

Most Helpful Negative Review

 

Hardly Blown Away

I bought this exclusively to cut photos. It cuts, and it cuts straight, but poorly. Of course I am used to using "real" rotary trimmers (in the $200+ ran...Read complete review

I bought this exclusively to cut photos. It cuts, and it cuts straight, but poorly. Of course I am used to using "real" rotary trimmers (in the $200+ range). The problem with all of these economy trimmers is the use of a mat to cut against. As the paper is sheared by the blade, it is crushed into the mat causing frayed/tathered edges. This will do OK for very casual use, but for high quality clean professional results look for a true professional trimmer (Rotatrim to name one). Bottom line: I'll keep it and use ocassionally as a good trimmer is currently out of my price range, but honestly for a cleaner cut in this price range, you are better off with a conventional (lever arm) paper cutter.

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5.0

Works great, nice price

By Kelly

from Burleson, TX

About Me Budget Shopper

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Easy to Use
  • Quality Construction
  • Reliable

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Everyday Use
    • Organization
    • Presentations

    Comments about Carl� 12" Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Blue:

    My husband bought this for me 4 years ago, and it is still working as smoothly as the first day. I have changed out the blade and strip once, and we use it mostly for school projects and scrapbooking. My mother wanted a paper cutter, I shopped around, and the only ones at this price seemed to be plastic and of questionable long term quality. They didn't have this one at the store any longer, but I was happy to find it online!

    • Primary use:
    • Personal
    • Was this a gift?:
    • Yes

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    4.0

    Reasonable Quality

    By Dan

    from Palmdale, CA

    Verified Buyer
    This customer has reached Intern level on the Staples.com Leaderboard

    Pros

      Cons

      • Have To Push Hard

      Best Uses

        Comments about Carl� 12" Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Blue:

        Easy to use, but it is difficult to tell when you have cut through an enitre stack of paper. I use it only for cutting paper and it works well other than what was noted above.

        Comment on this review(earn points)

        (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Great Product

        By Card Stock Queen

        from Massachusetts

        About Me Budget Shopper

        Pros

        • Accessories
        • Clean Edges
        • Cuts Straight
        • Good Cutting Capacity
        • Sturdy

        Cons

        • None

        Best Uses

        • Card Making
        • High Volume
        • Low Volume
        • Office
        • School projects
        • Scrapbooking

        Comments about Carl� 12" Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Blue:

        I've had two of these cutters for a good 6 or 7 years now. Both are in excellent condition and are used weekly. I have other cutters and dislike them immensely. This Carl Cutter, in my opinion, is the best paper cutter out there for card makers and scrappers. I have recommended this product to all scrapbookers I know.

        • Primary use:
        • Personal

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        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        4.0

        GOOD TRIMMER

        By danl

        from Tucson, AZ

        About Me Midrange Shopper

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Clean Edges
        • Cuts Straight
        • Easy to use lightweight
        • Good Cutting Capacity
        • Handy measurement marking

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Home office
          • Office
          • Photos
          • Scrapbooking

          Comments about Carl� 12" Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Blue:

          Good equipment value for the price with good features. Easy to use and store. Would recommend it for normal office or homeoffice use.

          • Primary use:
          • Business

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          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          4.0

          good value

          By Kim

          from Ohio

          About Me Budget Shopper

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Clean Edges
          • Cuts Straight

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Low Volume
            • Office

            Comments about Carl� 12" Professional Rotary Paper Trimmer, 15 Sheet Capacity, Gray/Blue:

            would recommend this to anyone who does not need to cut or trim large quantities at one time

            • Primary use:
            • Personal

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            8 Questions | 12 Answers
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            • Q:

              I just received a request to make tickets which include a stub which must be torn off. Does this device include serated/ perforating cutters that can provide this feature?
              Asked on 2/12/2011 by Lion Bill from Keymar, Maryland

              1 answer

              • CUSTOMER CARE

                A:

                Carl does make blades for this trimmer for perforation/scoring, however we do not currently carry those. We may be able to special order those blades for you. Please call customer service at 800-333-3330 for assistance.

                Answered on 2/21/2011 by Ally from Staples
            • Q:

              Will this cutter handle 110 lb card stock paper? Will I need a special blade?
              Asked on 10/29/2010 by CaryC from Laingsburg,MI

              1 answer

              • CUSTOMER CARE

                A:

                Yes, but it can only cut one sheet at a time.

                Answered on 12/23/2010 by Rebecca from Staples
            • Q:

              why can't I find the replacemnnt RM-12 cutting mat for the cutter. Ihave looked for a few months and have not seen this item. I need to replace them on 3 cutters...
              Asked on 8/18/2010 by Anonymous from New Hampshire

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            • Q:

              I have a 12" Professional Rotary Trimmer, I need blades, for this trimmer..Item #RT-200 I need a perferating blade and a scoring and regular blade. Do you have these in stock and what are the prices.
              Jacquelin Cummins
              Asked on 8/7/2010 by Anonymous from Huntsville, Ala

              1 answer

              • CUSTOMER CARE

                A:

                Item number 461047 is the replacement blade and item number 476095 is the perforated/scoring blade pack

                Answered on 10/11/2010 by Customer Care from Staples
            • Q:

              I'm wondering if you can replace the piece that the blade cuts into. I could use a new one!
              Asked on 7/18/2010 by Jane from Pittsburg, NH

              1 answer

              • A:

                Yes, these strips can be replaced and are available at Staples. Also remember that those strips can be reversed and then flipped over & used and reversed again, when needed. As you are cutting, it cuts into the part of this strip that is closet to the cutting tool. This is the reason you are able to reverse the strip when you need to. Hope this helps you out.

                Answered on 7/31/2010 by thefab from Saint John, IN
            • Q:

              What is the website address for the manufacturer for detailed product information?
              Asked on 11/28/2009 by Anonymous from Huntington NY

              3 answers

              • CUSTOMER CARE

                A:

                Here is the detailed product information from the manufacturer Carl Professional 10-Sheet Rotary Trimmer Count on precise cuts with the premium carbide blade. Cuts up to 10 sheets. Patented rail system holds paper firmly. Sturdy metal base is calibrated and features preset measurements for common-sized items. Updated graphics, rulers and grid. Cuts mat board, card stock, plastic sheets, etc. Manufacturer’s limited lifetime warranty (excludes blade and cutting mats). All sheet capacities are based on 20-lb. bond.

                Answered on 12/23/2009 by Customer Care from Staples
              • VERIFIED BUYER

                A:

                The website address is: www.CARL-Products.com

                Answered on 1/5/2010 by MsSharonK from Klamath Falls, OR
              • VERIFIED BUYER

                A:

                http://www.carlmfg.com/

                Answered on 4/6/2010 by Papeh Cuttah from North Carolina
            • Q:

              Does this cutter have different blades, such as:perforated or score
              Asked on 11/5/2009 by Anonymous from macon, MO

              3 answers

              • CUSTOMER CARE

                A:

                This item does not offer different blade types.

                Answered on 12/23/2009 by Customer Care from Staples
              • A:

                Actually this trimmer has multiple blades available for it. It comes with a perforationg blade as well as a straight cut and there are about 10 others available from Carl

                Answered on 2/7/2010 by Bill B from Wilkes Barre, PA
              • A:

                Last poster was incorrect -- alternative blades are AVAILABLE - but do NOT come with unit. Only comes with one standard blade.

                Answered on 4/22/2010 by Derek Z from Issaquah, WA
            • Q:

              I need to know how to switch the blades and use this thing i ddint get instructions int the box
              Asked on 10/12/2009 by ed from belfry,ky

              2 answers

              • CUSTOMER CARE

                A:

                Contact customer service at (847) 884.2842, ext. 100.

                Answered on 11/9/2009 by Customer Care from Staples
              • A:

                On the right side of the trimmer on the handle turn the clear knob 1/8th turn counter clockwise and pull it out. Change the blade, reposition the clear blade holder back in its place, and turn it 1/8th turn clockwise to click it back in.

                Answered on 2/7/2010 by Bill B from Wilkes Barre, PA
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