<html> At 01:57 PM 9/19/2005 +0100, you wrote: <blockquote type=cite class=cite cite>Now that's what I call interesting, Alan. I'm putting my reply on the List: In "principle" the "rotary" cutter should be kinder than the knife, there being a continuous "guillotine" action rather than a "dragging" action as in the knife. Any comments out there on the List? Regards, Michael G.(UK)</blockquote> "Drag" is a function of friction. Sharp blade (like disposable razor blade) will cut better than dull blade, no matter what the shape. Unless..... it's a pinching action. Take a piece of your cloth to a supplier of upholstery stuff. Ask to borrow a pair of their finest upholstery shears. Give them a try and see what you think. At 10" or more, you can get a pretty long "bite", and when sharp, those puppies work very well. Just draw a line and use your calibrated eyeball. Fun and Games, Guy Nichols, RPT Ft. Stinkin' Desert, NM "Ignore all the rumors that southern New Mexico is the prettiest place in the world, especially this time of year. Stay away" <img src="cid:5.1.0.14.2.20050919074349.0223b1c8@mail.zianet.com.0" width=640 height=480 alt="P1010034small.jpg"></html>