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  • Who Invented The Paper Guillotine ?

    Who Invented The Paper Guillotine ?

    Paper cutting is an ancient art form. Its beginnings can be traced back to the fourth century, following the development of paper by the Chinese. Some of the first applications for paper cutting were religious decorations and stencils for embroidery patterns. 

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  • How Does A Paper Guillotine Work ?

    How Does A Paper Guillotine Work ?

    A guillotine-style paper cutter, as the name implies, slices paper using a “overhead” blade that drops through a stack of paper. Offices frequently have guillotine paper cutters.

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  • What Is A Guillotine Cutter Used For ?

    What Is A Guillotine Cutter Used For ?

    Paper trimmers, often known as guillotines, are cutting equipment that have built-in measurement guides and grids to help you trim your paper exactly. There are several sizes (and manufacturers), but they mainly cater to 6 inch or 12 inch card stock. Trimmers and guillotines that cut 12 inch card stock do not have to be 12 inches in length, so don’t be dismayed if you find one that appears to be too small. It probably features a collapsible extender that allows you to cut larger pieces. 

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