using a razor blade to cut the rubber

[Rogerspass]

I have tried to use a utility knife and normal sharp scissors to cut the rubber, but it is still not neat at all. It is just not as neat as the set that I bought from TT11. I came across found out this video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8OJR1HDt1gk
The guy used a Gillette super-thin razor blade which seems amazingly neat.
I think I am going to use the method next time.

Just wondering have anyone tried this yet? and any thoughts and tricks to share? Cheers.

 

[Lazer]

Use a pair of scissors, it’s easiest and really neatness is not the object…

Cheers
L-zr

 

[turbozed]

I use an x-acto knife and it comes out really nice. Remember to use oil or soapy water on the blade as lubricant for better results.

My first few attempts were with a box cutter and it turned out horrible.

 

[allfj]

Yes, razor blade is a very common method for cutting rubbers into size

 

[JJ Ng]

Use a pair of scissors, it’s easiest and really neatness is not the object…

Cheers
L-zr

Scissors. I don't care if the edge of my rubber looks like a dog has chewed on it.

I have tried various knife. They just don't cut through well. Maybe it is because I am not pressing down with the knife hard enough. But scissors are so easy.

If I want to be anal, I will go to my club coach to ask him to cut the rubber for me. He uses a knife to do it. It looks nice and round. I cannot come close to his knife skill.

Or you can get one of these. Considering how often I change blade and rubber, $679 is not a bad price to pay.

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[lodro]

I have tried to use a utility knife and normal sharp scissors to cut the rubber, but it is still not neat at all. It is just not as neat as the set that I bought from TT11. I came across found out this video.

The guy used a Gillette super-thin razor blade which seems amazingly neat.
I think I am going to use the method next time.

Just wondering have anyone tried this yet? and any thoughts and tricks to share? Cheers.

H E L L NO !!!!
One wrong move and you will be like captain Hook. 😂
When I glue and cut for somebody else I use a surgical scalpel.
For my own needs some top quality scissors are fine.

 

[Rogerspass]

H E L L NO !!!!
One wrong move and you will be like captain Hook. 😂
When I glue and cut for somebody else I use a surgical scalpel.
For my own needs some top quality scissors are fine.

This is actually what I am worry about too... 😅

 

[UpSideDownCarl]

I have tried to use a utility knife and normal sharp scissors to cut the rubber, but it is still not neat at all. It is just not as neat as the set that I bought from TT11. I came across found out this video.

The guy used a Gillette super-thin razor blade which seems amazingly neat.
I think I am going to use the method next time.

Just wondering have anyone tried this yet? and any thoughts and tricks to share? Cheers.

I wonder how often someone trying that slices his fingers.

 

[lodro]

I wonder how often someone trying that slices his fingers.

Exactly.
This is one of those tricks where we have to add the words : Kids, don't try this at home

 

[SlowPower]

I always use scissors because its quicker ans easier and i am scared of damaging the blade by using any knife...

 

[Kuba Hajto]

https://ttrevolution.com/products/curved-scissors/, I got these. 10$. They do not rust. They always work. Easy and safe.

 

[JJ Ng]

https://ttrevolution.com/products/curved-scissors/, I got these. 10$. They do not rust. They always work. Easy and safe.

Is that the tiny black scissor that has a curvature built into the scissor blade?

I cannot use that one. It does not curve the way I want it to each blade and I am afraid of damaging the wood.

I use the sharp regular big scissors from Amazon and just cut it away!

 

[Short_Pimple]

I'm also team scalpel. Takes a bit of practice, but after a few attempts your cuts will look great. And it really ticks my box if my rubbers look neat and have a clean edge 😉

Scissors only for OX Rubbers.

 

[jk1980]

Is that the tiny black scissor that has a curvature built into the scissor blade?

I cannot use that one. It does not curve the way I want it to each blade and I am afraid of damaging the wood.

That is due to the fact that you used it wrong. You don't align the curve of the scissors with the curvature of the blade head but rather the opposite way. This way you can get closer to the blade head without shu any part of the scissors or your hands obstructing the action.

 

[JustANoob]

https://www.amazon.de/-/en/Scalpel-Stainless-Plastic-Cutting-Fondant/dp/B08ZCCFHP3/ref=sr_1_6?keywords=paper+scalpel&qid=1685878525&sprefix=paper+sca%2Caps%2C166&sr=8-6

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cutting board big enough

Takes a bit of practice but have had the best looking results with this kind of setup.

 

[JHB]

He is certainly very good at this, which suggests he has had plenty of practise. I agree with the others above though, however neat the results are there is far too much danger of slicing your own fingers ! The only gain I can see for taking the risk with a razor blade is that there appears to be less chance of cutting the wood because the flexibility of the blade makes it easier to follow the curve. Personally, having tried box cutters and so on, I now use a surgical scalpel - and yes, I can change the blade without amputating my fingers, thin-nosed pliers have many uses ! Edge tape neatly covers any raggedness afterwards.

If I buy a blade and rubbers together I usually get the vendor to make the bat up for me. I use Bribar TT in the UK; I've no idea what cutting method they use, but when the bat arrives the cutting is usually millimetre-perfect and dead flush with the edge of the blade. Machine, possibly ?

 

[superbackhand]

losing your fingers over this?? you can always buy new rubbers but can you buy new finger?
if you worry about rubber not being cut neatly, use edge tape.
it is not the end of the world.

please.

 

[WingTT]

If you want pro results, use what tabletennis11 themselves use to cut rubbers when they assemble rackets: an 18mm snap blade utility knife. You can get an Olfa and some of those black extra sharp spare blades and I can tell you from personal experience they work as intended if you are careful. Make sure you have a cutting board of some sort underneath the racket when you do it.

 

[Choosikick]

I have been cutting with this blade for many years and I have no problems with cutting my hands and fingers, but the quality of the cut is excellent. I hold the blade in my hand a little differently than in the video.
It happens recently that I cut off the overlay with a very thin clerical knife, but in order for it to be of the same quality, the knife blade must be new.

 

[lodro]

in order for it to be of the same quality, the knife blade must be new.

Absolutely agree. Our rubbers are a very "difficult cut" and an ultra-sharp blade is essential and so is the proper lubrication. (Said the actress to the bishop 😂 )