Fiskars Launches Safest in Rotary Cutters

03/25/2003


Fiskars, a leader in quality quilting and sewing products, introduces the newest innovation in rotary cutters. Fiskars has combined the award-winning technology of its Softouch® Scissors with the ever-popular Rotary Cutter. This combination creates a safer, more comfortable cutting tool to enhance the time you spend quilting.

The new spring-action safety feature of the Softouch® Rotary Cutter automatically guards the blade after each cut. Activate the blade by squeezing when you’re ready to cut. In the unlocked position you can confidently set it down and know that the automatic guard is protecting the blade. Rearrange fabric without the risk of accidental cuts to work surfaces or fabric.

It has all the quality features you would expect from Fiskars:

  • Two Position Safety Lock – Lock the cutter in a guarded position for safer storage or you can engage the lock to reduce squeezing while you are using it for prolonged periods; unlock the guard so it’s ready to spring into place after each cut.
  • Hassle-Free Blade Change – Fewer parts and no small washers make blade change quick and easy.
  • Sharp, Precise Blade – Able to cut through multiple layers of paper and most fabrics.
  • Contoured Handle with Large Finger Loop – Soft grip provides extra comfort and control. Loop protects fingers and doubles as a convenient loop for hanging while in storage.
  • Accommodates Decorative Rotary Blades – Fiskars currently has 10 interchangeable blade designs.The FISKARS® Softouch® Rotary Cutter, model 9961, comes with a straight blade and has a suggested retail price of $25.00.

For more information about FISKARS® crafting supplies, or to find a retailer near you, contact Fiskars Consumer Affairs Department at (715) 842-2091, or visit our Web site at www.fiskars.com.

Fiskars School, Office & Craft is a division of FISKARS BRANDS, INC., a global marketer and manufacturer of branded consumer and industrial products. FISKARS BRANDS, INC. is a wholly owned subsidiary of Fiskars Corporation, a Finnish corporation traded on the Helsinki Stock Exchange (HEX: FIS). Founded in 1649, Fiskars is one of the oldest companies in the world. Fiskars is the world’s leading manufacturer of scissors, garden tools and cutlery, as well as other consumer products sold under brand names including FISKARS®, Gerber Legendary Blades®, Royal® Floor Mats, Syroco®, Planterra®, InstaShade®, Power Sentry®, BucketBoss®, Montana®, Raadvad, Sankey and Ebert.