what do you use to cut the Fimo canes?
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single-edged razor blades would work but anything with a thin blade that is wide enough to make a single cut in the rod-width without going back and forth is fine. also, if you find it hard to cut through, do something (place in a sunny window for a while) to warm up the rod/cane a little bit, not too much :) and it should cut through easily into very, very thin slices.
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I have this and the Felco F310. For general work I prefer the F310. I am in my 60's and have a smaller hand. I can go for a few hours with the smaller one. I use the F-6 for thicker rose canes and heavier branches. The Felco's are the best pruners I have ever used.
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Put the cane tip in the sink or a bucket of hot water, let it soak for a few, than put on the floor with your feet on each side of tip and pull. it should come off.
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I bought 2 bundles from them. One did come with a blade but its a rip off...all the canes are cut in half...only 1 inch as compared to the usual 2"..I spoke to bundle monster themselves (in hawaii by the way..not CHINA) and this not how they sell the canes..They charge you for hundred but really its only 50 cut in half...Most of them couldn't be used either way..Had slits in them so they fall apart when you make the slice...
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Yeah, just line it up with the given line, and close it slowly, the one I got has a pretty sharp blade, I even cut a grain of rice.
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Purchased the Poulan PP1000E 7-Inch Pro Lawn Edger Attachment here on Amazon. Also purchased a 'universal' style brush cutter, but from the local Home Depot that works very well.
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Scissors, will work. You need a straight edge, to cut it with a utility knife.
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The Cane can be cut down probably as much as 6" without ruining the look of the cane. I hope this helps with your decision.
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I'm not sure scissors would do the job. You could probably trim it up with a box cutter or knife.
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I used a pair of small jewelry wire end cutter pliers (NOT SIDE CUTTER). which I modified by grinding them dull (rounded) so as not to cut the ferrule. They worked perfectly. Figure I can resharpen them if I have to.
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I used a razor blade and serrated knife. I had someone hold it while I cut.
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I would use a unit which has just a single long straight cutter coming out from the handle. Search for Hot Wire Foam Factory Crafters Hot Knife Kit here on Amazon. $35.
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you can take it to a hardware store, car mechanic, etc. someone that has saw/cutting equipment and take bottom tip off, measure correctly cut it to size and replace the cane tip and wahlah it is done, remember measure twice and cut once.....my grandchildren call the lucite cane my "fairy godmother wand"....
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Edith,I took a hacksaw and cut off 2 1/2 inches. I use a 34 1/2 inch cane. It was easy as pie. If you know someone with a band saw, it would make it easier. I love the cane. It is one of my favorites to use. It makes a statement without drawing too much attention to you.Steve
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I also cut them off using a jig saw. The plastic is thick enough and you could easily cut it with a hacksaw.
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Use a wire cutter. I use a pair of scissors at first but it left the ends frayed. Wire cutter
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I use either a wood or bamboo cutting board. You can cut on a pizza stone, but it only dulls the blade quicker