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Average Product Rating :
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Number of Reviews : 19
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| Fun to do |
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By StaceysLawnDecor
(top contributor)
on February 14, 2013 - See all my reviews
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Pros : Very sturdy construction. Easy gliding for scoring. Rubber on bottom keeps plate from sliding.
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Cons : Longer bottles don't fit that great for closer to the neck cuts.
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| stuggle |
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By erinfred
on October 5, 2012 - See all my reviews
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Pros : None
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Cons : As an art studio owner you think I should be able to make this work. I have over 34 years experience in glass cutting and can't make this work. I have tried over 30 bottles and can't get a decent break.
Tried all the tips from this site and from other online sources. Wish this was easy as I have lots of ideas.
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| Better Way |
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By sdc1259
on September 16, 2012 - See all my reviews
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Pros : The wheel etches the bottles OK.
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Cons : I wanted to cut 1.5 liter bottles. I had to make modifications to the assembly in order to do this effectively. The instructions on how to use definitely need some work. First, you should make at least 5 revolutions of the bottle against the etching gismo. Getting a clean break starts with getting a full and consistent etch in the beginning. Instead of using the tedious candle and ice method of finishing the break, heat some water in a pot and in a separate vessel, make a volume of ice water - with cubes. Your easiest and best breaks occur by moving the bottle back and forth between the two containers of water. Start with the hot water being just hot to the touch and continue to heat until almost boiling. You will get a clean break easily.
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| Practice and patience needed |
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By Laurie M.
on August 10, 2012 - See all my reviews
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Pros : I was excited to get the Ephrems Bottle Cutter. I was a little overwhelmed by all the steps in the direction book. But after practice on a few bottles I started to get the hang of it. I have made a few of the projects in the book that came with the cutter and found some ideas on the Delphi site.You do need to oil the wheel on the cutter every time you use it.This tool is a great thing if you want to recycle bottles into fun projects.
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| Takes some time |
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By sspeight
(top contributor)
on August 10, 2012 - See all my reviews
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Pros : It is far superior to the other economic versions out there but it does take some time and patience to learn to use correctly
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Cons : The booklet that comes with the unit does provide some hints on ideas on what to create with bottles but it is uninspiring.
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| Easy to use, works great |
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By okeeday
on January 24, 2012 - See all my reviews
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Pros : Easy to handle. Comes with everything needed to score, separate, and sand smooth.
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Cons : Just a caution not really a con - plate that supports bottom of bottle must be tightened properly to prevent shifting.
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| Other Thoughts : I evaluated three bottle cutters based on online reviews before buying this one. I am happy with my choice. The cutter is easy to control. Other cutters appeared to be a balancing act but this one cradles your bottle. I can let go and nothing shifts. The third bottle scored and separated perfectly. Constant even pressure is important to keep the score line continuous with no missing spots. The candle and ice method works well to separate the glass. Don't put the bottle directly into the flame and be patient - slowly heat bottle. Watch the youtube tutorial, it was very helpful. |
| A Waste of Money |
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By Iris J.
on November 23, 2011 - See all my reviews
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Pros : None
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Cons : This cutter is difficult to use. I could not get a bottle to break properly. In addition, it was very messy, since the candle leaves black residue on the glass.
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| junk |
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By pjeant
on July 13, 2011 - See all my reviews
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Pros : None, this is junk.
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Cons : Very poorly constructed, does not make even score lines, bottle neck does not help. After two weeks and 200 bottles, I would like a refund.
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| Other Thoughts : Don't waste your money. |
| waste of my time |
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By KarinMarrero
on April 25, 2011 - See all my reviews
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Pros : I worked with this bottle cutter for several weeks. It does score the bottles.
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Cons : However, the scores are uneven and I never was able to make an acceptable score. I called support many times and checked through you tube and other videos for help. I never was able to find anything to help me achieve acceptable results.
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| Other Thoughts : To me, not worth the time or money. |
| Works Great! |
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By lysa
on March 14, 2011 - See all my reviews
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Pros : Made of metal, so much better than the plastic one I have tried. Easy to use. Works great on beer and wine bottles.
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Cons : Limited to length and diameter of bottles,
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