Reddit reviews Tamiya 74093 Modeler's Side Cutter α (Alpha)
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Tamiya 74093 Modeler's Side Cutter AlphaThis Modeler's Side Cutter is for use with plastic parts.The side of the cutter features "FOR PLASTIC" laser inscribed.The cutter's blades will remain sharp for a long period of time as they are made with hardened carbon steel.The cutter comes with comfortable grey colored elastomer grips and feature the world famous Tamiya logo imprinted on them.
Although it looks like a scalpel, it is actually a hobby knife it has replaceable blades and everything. It is actually recommended for hobby purposes.
I'm going with Swann A) because it's made in the UK. B) I haven't had much luck with blades that are held in place by screwing them down and these have a different way of attaching the blades.
I did order some Tamiya side snips though.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B004C441D2/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I'm a complete beginner. I just bought a RX-78 (2015) MG and I have a Metal Gear Rex coming in September.
I don't have any tools.
I googled a guide and they said to get the Tamiya Side Cutter Number 35. How badly is this needed? Can I get by with Tamiya 74093 Modelers Side Cutter Alpha (https://www.amazon.ca/Tamiya-74093-Modelers-Cutter-japan/dp/B004C441D2/ref=sr_1_4?s=toys&ie=UTF8&qid=1500164031&sr=1-4&keywords=tamiya+cutter)
The issue is that I am in Canada. After about 15 minutes of googling, my cheapest/best bets is to eBay a Tamiya 35 or get this cheaper Tamiya Alpha off Amazon.ca
Second question, how badly is the self healing cutting mat required? I can get a 12X18" cheap but that feels kinda small yeah?
Also alternatives to GUNDAM Markers? Amazon.ca wants $12 USD for a pack of 5 by CREOS or whatever.
Thank you!
I think its way better than the xuron and tamiya ones that I own these two:
xuron
tamiya