Which Mount Cutter ?

***Dave*** · 30-11-2007, 19:26

OK, I've decided to bite the bullet & buy a mount cutter. I'm lazy, so want something that makes the job easy. Currently using 20" x 16" mounts, but may need to go bigger

I assume their is a size point where prices rocket

Anyone advise ??

j sotelo · 30-11-2007, 20:07

Good question Dave, I'm thinking of buying one myself, so this thread will be of much help!

silkstone · 30-11-2007, 22:06

I don't have one so this is secondhand advice, but whenever anyone asks for a recommendation the brand that always comes up is Longridge. They do a wide range depend on what size and facilities you need, and they get very good reviews.

Longridge bevel edge mountcutters

**Dabhand16** · 01-12-2007, 02:57

I think this is the one Whipspeed uses - she rates it highly.

stevegreen · 01-12-2007, 17:33

I use the Longridge Duo cutter which does both bevel on straight cuts. I found it extremely easy to use and I didn't even watch the instructional DVD that came with it (what do you expect, i'm a bloke etc...)

Got mine for a bargain £70 off flea-bay and with mount board available for £3.50 a sheet (A1) it will pay for itself soon enough as I was paying £5 per 20x16" board with an aperture from the local 'framer'

Get one Dave, you won't regret it!

***Dave*** · 01-12-2007, 17:42

Quote:

Originally Posted by stevegreen

I use the Longridge Duo cutter which does both bevel on straight cuts. I found it extremely easy to use and I didn't even watch the instructional DVD that came with it (what do you expect, i'm a bloke etc...)

Got mine for a bargain £70 off flea-bay and with mount board available for £3.50 a sheet (A1) it will pay for itself soon enough as I was paying £5 per 20x16" board with an aperture from the local 'framer'

Get one Dave, you won't regret it!

Was that a new one Steve or S/H ??

Seen this one :-

LONGRIDGE BEVEL MOUNT CUTTER for 16x20 Mount Boards on eBay, also, Other Photography, Photography (end time 06-Dec-07 09:20:54 GMT)

which seems to be same as £150 Duo model here ?? Longridge bevel edge mountcutters

Dave Canon · 02-12-2007, 21:42

I use a MAPED 45 degree cutter for the frame and a DAHLE 554 guilotine for cutting up the boards. They work fine for me and I have had them for many years. However, I would not claim they were better than other makes as I have not used other makes.

Dave

stevegreen · 04-12-2007, 17:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dave

Was that a new one Steve or S/H ??

Seen this one :-

LONGRIDGE BEVEL MOUNT CUTTER for 16x20 Mount Boards on eBay, also, Other Photography, Photography (end time 06-Dec-07 09:20:54 GMT)

which seems to be same as £150 Duo model here ?? Longridge bevel edge mountcutters

Mine was used dave and it came in immaculate condition. I have not even changed the blades and I get a lovely snag free cut. Sorry for the late reply, it looks as if that auction has ended and it looks to be the same as mine, the Duo model.

***Dave*** · 04-12-2007, 19:08

Lucky git Steve

It's OK, same person has posted another one up

LadyStardust · 09-12-2007, 10:46

Hi there. Just wanted to add my two pennyworth. I invested in the Longbridge Duo mount cutting system in order to mount 30 pictures for my City & Guilds course. Boy, was I glad I'd got it! Once I got the hang of it I was like a little production line - mounts of all colours, shapes and sizes were no problem.

I'd really recommend it. The only caveat is that I found it easier to cut the board to size simply using a steel rule and sharp Stanley knife rather than the system. But the bevel cutting was perfect every time using the Duo system, and the clever device they include to measure how far you want your bevel from your edges saves loads of time and calculations.

Good luck!

***Dave*** · 11-12-2007, 19:16

Ended up buying the Longridge Duo Plus, as only £28 more than normal Duo & you never know when you want that extra 9" for the mount opening

Ended up using this guy, as way cheaper than elsewhere :- eBay UK Shop - kee jet photo paper and ink: Photo Inkjet Paper

LadyStardust · 12-12-2007, 07:57

Nice one Dave, I think you'll be pleased with your choice.

***Dave*** · 12-12-2007, 08:18

I think so. Tx for all the advice

stevegreen · 13-12-2007, 13:41

It might be worth asking at camera club if anyone wants to join in buying the mount board Dave, you can get it much cheaper by bulk buying. I think our lot get it from here

30-11-2007, 19:26	#1 (permalink)
*Dave* Pixalo Crew Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 14,904	Which Mount Cutter ? OK, I've decided to bite the bullet & buy a mount cutter. I'm lazy, so want something that makes the job easy. Currently using 20" x 16" mounts, but may need to go bigger I assume their is a size point where prices rocket Anyone advise ??

30-11-2007, 20:07	#2 (permalink)
j sotelo Feet under the table Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: San Diego, Ca. Where the Surf meets the Turf Posts: 1,719	Re: Which Mount Cutter ? Good question Dave, I'm thinking of buying one myself, so this thread will be of much help!

30-11-2007, 22:06	#3 (permalink)
silkstone Feet under the table Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Silkstone Common, Yorkshire, UK Posts: 3,410	Re: Which Mount Cutter ? I don't have one so this is secondhand advice, but whenever anyone asks for a recommendation the brand that always comes up is Longridge. They do a wide range depend on what size and facilities you need, and they get very good reviews. Longridge bevel edge mountcutters

01-12-2007, 02:57	#4 (permalink)
Dabhand16 Pixalo Crew Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Dunstable Bedfordshire UK Posts: 8,988	Re: Which Mount Cutter ? I think this is the one Whipspeed uses - she rates it highly.

01-12-2007, 17:33	#5 (permalink)
stevegreen Getting Comfy Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Shropshire Posts: 212	Re: Which Mount Cutter ? I use the Longridge Duo cutter which does both bevel on straight cuts. I found it extremely easy to use and I didn't even watch the instructional DVD that came with it (what do you expect, i'm a bloke etc...) Got mine for a bargain £70 off flea-bay and with mount board available for £3.50 a sheet (A1) it will pay for itself soon enough as I was paying £5 per 20x16" board with an aperture from the local 'framer' Get one Dave, you won't regret it!

02-12-2007, 21:42	#7 (permalink)
Dave Canon Forum Regular Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Cheltenham Posts: 505	Re: Which Mount Cutter ? I use a MAPED 45 degree cutter for the frame and a DAHLE 554 guilotine for cutting up the boards. They work fine for me and I have had them for many years. However, I would not claim they were better than other makes as I have not used other makes. Dave

04-12-2007, 19:08	#9 (permalink)
*Dave* Pixalo Crew Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 14,904	Re: Which Mount Cutter ? Lucky git Steve It's OK, same person has posted another one up

09-12-2007, 10:46	#10 (permalink)
LadyStardust Getting Comfy Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: West Sussex, UK Posts: 170	Re: Which Mount Cutter ? Hi there. Just wanted to add my two pennyworth. I invested in the Longbridge Duo mount cutting system in order to mount 30 pictures for my City & Guilds course. Boy, was I glad I'd got it! Once I got the hang of it I was like a little production line - mounts of all colours, shapes and sizes were no problem. I'd really recommend it. The only caveat is that I found it easier to cut the board to size simply using a steel rule and sharp Stanley knife rather than the system. But the bevel cutting was perfect every time using the Duo system, and the clever device they include to measure how far you want your bevel from your edges saves loads of time and calculations. Good luck! __________________ ~~ LadyStardust ~~ "...really quite paradise..."

11-12-2007, 19:16	#11 (permalink)
*Dave* Pixalo Crew Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 14,904	Re: Which Mount Cutter ? Ended up buying the Longridge Duo Plus, as only £28 more than normal Duo & you never know when you want that extra 9" for the mount opening Ended up using this guy, as way cheaper than elsewhere :- eBay UK Shop - kee jet photo paper and ink: Photo Inkjet Paper

12-12-2007, 07:57	#12 (permalink)
LadyStardust Getting Comfy Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: West Sussex, UK Posts: 170	Re: Which Mount Cutter ? Nice one Dave, I think you'll be pleased with your choice.

12-12-2007, 08:18	#13 (permalink)
*Dave* Pixalo Crew Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 14,904	Re: Which Mount Cutter ? I think so. Tx for all the advice

13-12-2007, 13:41	#14 (permalink)
stevegreen Getting Comfy Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Shropshire Posts: 212	Re: Which Mount Cutter ? It might be worth asking at camera club if anyone wants to join in buying the mount board Dave, you can get it much cheaper by bulk buying. I think our lot get it from here

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