Cutting pliers for EASY CUTTER model

This special cutting pliers for cutting wooden or plastic sticks allows for very easy and very precise cuts.

Angle selector from 45 to 135°.

Allows cutting up to 12 mm thickness.

When I make a model or a scratch building project, I spend a lot of time cutting profiles, sticks, or reinforcements.

At first, I only used a cutter and a small modeling saw.

The results were okay, but I often wasted time, especially when it was necessary to cut a dozen or twenty perfectly identical pieces.

It was in this context that I discovered the Easy Cutter A2PRO. This tool, often presented as a guillotine blade cutting pliers, has become a reference among many model makers over the years.

I easily understand why. It allows for quick, clean, and repetitive cuts on a wide variety of materials used in modeling.

In my opinion, the Easy Cutter does not replace a precision cutter or a mini-saw. However, it is an excellent complement. Depending on the work to be done, it can even save a considerable amount of time while improving the consistency of cuts.

What is the Easy Cutter A2PRO?

The Easy Cutter A2PRO is a cutting tool that operates on the principle of a guillotine blade. Unlike a traditional cutting pliers, the blade descends gradually in a guide to cleanly cut the material.

This design has several advantages. The cut is cleaner, the required effort is limited, and the risk of crushing the material is greatly reduced.

The tool is mainly intended for modeling, scratch building, miniature architecture, dollhouses, and all activities requiring the cutting of small sticks or profiles.

Main features

This ease of use explains why the Easy Cutter has become a highly appreciated tool among model makers.

What materials can be cut?

The Easy Cutter is particularly effective on relatively soft materials.

• Evergreen profiles;
• Evergreen plastic sheets;
• Balsa sticks;
• Lime sticks;
• Polystyrene profiles;
• ABS profiles;
• Small wooden sticks;
• Some small diameter carbon rods.

I mainly use it for Evergreen profiles intended for scratch building. The cuts are quick and particularly consistent.

Why is the Easy Cutter so practical?

What immediately convinced me is its ability to produce multiple identical pieces.

When I build a building, a metal bridge, or a framework, I sometimes have to cut several dozen profiles to the exact same length.

With a traditional cutter, each cut requires measuring, marking, and then cutting.

With the Easy Cutter, you just need to set a stop or use a template. The cuts then become very quick.

Advantages of the Easy Cutter

• Very fast cutting.
• Great precision.
• Excellent grip on the profile.
• Easily reproducible angles.
• Very few burrs.
• Little physical effort.
• Easily replaceable blade.
• Very easy to handle.

In my opinion, its main advantage remains consistency. Almost all pieces have practically the same dimensions.

Its limitations

No tool is perfect.

The Easy Cutter also has some limitations.

• It is not designed to cut metal.
• Very thick plastic profiles may require more effort.
• Very hard woods are not its preferred domain.
• Very small cuts sometimes require finishing with a cutter.

In these situations, I prefer to use a modeling mini-saw.

Easy Cutter or precision cutter?

I consider both tools to be complementary.

Easy Cutter or modeling saw?

The mini saw remains more suitable for thick materials, tubes, and complex profiles.

The Easy Cutter takes the advantage when quickly producing multiple identical pieces is needed.

How to correctly use the Easy Cutter?

1. Measure the desired length.
2. Adjust the angle if necessary.
3. Position the profile against the stop.
4. Securely hold the piece.
5. Gradually lower the blade.
6. Check the cut.
7. Lightly sand if needed.

I always recommend letting the blade work naturally. No need to force it.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Cutting a material that is too hard.
• Using a dull blade.
• Forcefully pressing on the handle.
• Not holding the profile correctly.
• Neglecting dimension checks.

In which areas is it most useful?

I particularly recommend the Easy Cutter for:

• scratch building;
• model railroading;
• aircraft modeling;
• miniature buildings;
• dioramas;
• miniature houses;
• ship models.

My opinion

After using various cutting tools, I believe the Easy Cutter A2PRO is one of the accessories that provides real comfort during work.

It does not replace a precision cutter or a photo-etched saw, but it saves a lot of time when cutting multiple identical profiles.

I particularly recommend it to modelers who regularly use Evergreen profiles, balsa sticks, or polystyrene profiles. Its angle guide and speed make it an excellent investment for scratch building enthusiasts.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can the Easy Cutter cut Evergreen profiles?

Yes. It is even one of the most practical tools for quickly cutting Evergreen profiles used in scratch building.

Can it cut Evergreen plastic sheets?

Yes, for small strips and simple cuts. However, for large sheets, a precision cutter is preferable.

Can the Easy Cutter make 45° cuts?

Yes. Its adjustable guide facilitates the making of precise miter cuts, very useful for frames, frameworks, and miniature buildings.

Is it suitable for beginners?

Yes. Its use is intuitive and requires very little learning.

Should the blade be replaced?

Yes. Like any cutting tool, a new blade ensures better cutting quality and reduces burrs.

Further Reading

If you regularly use Evergreen products, I also recommend checking out our guides on:

choosing Evergreen profiles,

selecting the right dimensions,

cutting Evergreen profiles,

Evergreen plastic sheets,

scratch building

and techniques for effectively gluing profiles.

By combining these resources with the Easy Cutter A2PRO, you will have a particularly powerful equipment for creating precise, sturdy, and perfectly finished models.