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GENERAL PURPOSE GLASS CUTTERS

This is one of our most popular pages ... everyone needs a glass cutter of some sort. We offer:
  • Supercutters by Toyo, the premium line of cutters
  • Carbide Cutters by Inland - professional quality at a reasonable price
  • Bargain Carbide Oil Feed Cutters - a hobbyist quality product with many features found on premium cutters
  • Carbide Wheel Cutters by Fletcher - long lasting stick style cutter
  • Steel Wheel Cutters by Fletcher - the least expensive way to go

In addition to the cutters on this page, we also offer more specialized cutting tools:

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PISTOL GRIP CUTTERS

PISTOL GRIP CUTTERS give your fingers a rest by transferring the pressure from your fingers to your palm. Best choice for those with arthritis or for those who spend a lot of time cutting. All have carbide wheels, replaceable cutter heads and oil feed.

BARGAIN PISTOL GRIP CUTTER
The pistol grip with carbide wheel and the lowest cost.
We sell hundreds of these cutters!
Our best seller
Order #08699 
$21.99

Special Tap Wheel 
Closeup view of the cams on the wheel of the Tap Wheel cutting head
PISTOL GRIP CUTTER by TOYO
Finest quality pistol grip cutter with long lasting carbide tap wheel. The patented Tap Wheel allows you to score with less pressure and it gives you cleaner cuts.
Available in blue, purple (shown), green or hot yellow. Random color will be sent.

SUITABLE REPLACEMENT HEADS
#0862-V  Small Tap Wheel Head - standard on this cutter
#0863-V  Large Tap Wheel Head
#0862  Small Head
#0863  Large Head

Order #0860-V
Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price is $40.95
$36.99

PROFESSIONAL SERIES TAP WHEEL PISTOL GRIP CUTTER
by TOYO

This cutter has been designed to cut THICK glass. Use for plate glass or glass tiles from 1/4 to 3/4" thick. The special Tap Wheel applies a deeper score, giving a cleaner edge.
Special Tap Wheel  Closeup view of the cams on the wheel of the Tap Wheel cutting head
Many glass fusers use this cutter when trimming fused blanks or cutting strips for re-fusing.
Uses #08603 Replacement Head
Order #08601  $45.99
PENCIL STYLE CUTTERS
PENCIL STYLE CUTTERS let you hold your cutter pretty much the same as you would a pen or pencil. Replacement cutter heads are in stock
BARGAIN PENCIL STYLE CUTTER
This is a good choice for beginners. An inexpensive entry to glass cutting.  
Uses #08695 Replacement Head
Order #08698 
$17.99
COMFORT GRIP CUTTER by TOYO
Our most popular Supercutter
. Triangular shaped barrel grip is easy on your fingers and allows you to apply pressure with out an increase in fatigue.
Available in hot red, hot orange, blue, purple, green (shown) or hot yellow. Random color will be sent unless you request a specific color. 
SUITABLE REPLACEMENT HEADS

#0862  Small Head - standard on this cutter
#0863  Large Head
#0862-V  Small Tap Wheel Head
#0863-V  Large Tap Wheel Head

Order #0859  $26.99

BRASS PENCIL GRIP CUTTER by TOYO
The heavy duty brass barrel will last a lifetime. We find that this cutter is most popular among men as the heft and weight gives this cutter the feel of a "real tool".

SUITABLE REPLACEMENT HEADS
#0862  Small Head - standard on this cutter
#0863  Large Head
#0862-V  Small Tap Wheel Head
#0863-V  Large Tap Wheel Head

Order #0858B  $30.99

SPECIAL GRIP CUTTERS

SPECIAL GRIP CUTTERS are alternatives to the more standard styles above.  palm. Best choice for those with arthritis or for those who spend a lot of time cutting. All have carbide wheels, replaceable cutter heads and oil feed.

Closeup view of the cams on the wheel of the Tap Wheel cutting head
Tap Wheel close up

CUSTOM GRIP by TOYO
The tapered and molded barrel fits all hands and can be gripped in a traditional style or like a pencil. Palm rest can be configured in four different ways to fit all sizes of hands. Comes with the Tap Wheel cutting head. The Tap Wheel head is a revolutionary cutting head that "taps" your glass as you score, producing a deeper score with less pressure.
Available in hot red (shown), hot orange, blue, purple, green or hot yellow. Random color will be sent unless you request specific color (cannot guarantee your choice - but will send closest if out of your choice)
Must use #08561 Replacement Head
 

Order #0856  $35.99

THOMAS GRIP SUPERCUTTER by TOYO
This is probably the most compact carbide cutter. The curved saddle at the top of the cutter fits neatly between your thumb and forefinger. Gives great control and saddle makes applying pressure very easy.
Available in hot red (shown), hot orange, blue, purple, green or hot yellow. Random color will be sent unless you request specific color (cannot guarantee your choice - but will send closest if out of your choice) 

SUITABLE REPLACEMENT HEADS
#0862  Small Head - standard on this cutter
#0863  Large Head
#0862-V  Small Tap Wheel Head
#0863-V  Large Tap Wheel Head

Order #0861 
$27.99

REPLACEMENT CUTTER HEADS
REPLACEMENT HEADS give you a brand new cutter. Quick and easy replacement. Be sure to order the correct head for your cutter. Cutters above come with the "small" head as it is easier to see your score line when free-hand cutting. The "large" head is used when you will be cutting against a straight edge most of the time. The broader surface makes it easier to follow along the edge of a straight edge or square.
SMALL REPLACEMENT HEAD by TOYO
Original head on most of the Toyo cutters above.
Order #0862  $20.98
LARGE REPLACEMENT HEAD by TOYO
Option preferred by those who will be cutting a lot of straight lines. Works on all Toyo cutters above except Custom Grip. The wider head follows a straightedge with more accuracy.
Order #0863  $20.98
Closeup view of the cams on the wheel of the Tap Wheel cutting head SMALL TAP WHEEL REPLACEMENT  HEAD by TOYO
Original equipment on the #0860-V Toyo cutters above.

Order #0862-V  $22.98
Closeup view of the cams on the wheel of the Tap Wheel cutting head LARGE TAP WHEEL REPLACEMENT HEAD by TOYO
Option preferred by those who will be cutting a lot of straight lines.
Order #0863-V  $22.98
  Closeup view of the cams on the wheel of the Tap Wheel cutting head SMALL TAP WHEEL REPLACEMENT HEAD by TOYO
Original equipment on the Toyo Custom Grip cutter.
Order #08561  $22.98
  Closeup view of the cams on the wheel of the Tap Wheel cutting head LARGE TAP WHEEL REPLACEMENT HEAD by TOYO
Original equipment on the Toyo Black Handle Pistol Grip cutter.
Order #08603  $28.98
SMALL REPLACEMENT HEAD for Bargain Cutters
Original equipment on the Bargain Cutters above.
Order #08695  Regular $
8.49
On Sale Just $6.97
STICK HANDLE CUTTERS

Fletcher-Terry is the originator of the wheel type glass cutter. Fletcher has remained a leading name in glass cutting.
Stick Handle Cutters are inexpensive choices.
Made in USA
NOTE:
Don't confuse with regular hardware store stick cutters.
The wheels on these cutters are made for cutting stained glass and perform so much better than hardware store cutters.

Fletcher Steel Wheel Cutters: #08521 (Blue Band) on top with #08541 (Green Band) on bottom

STEEL WHEEL CUTTERS
An ideal choice for someone just starting out. Reasonable quality at a low price. These cutters will generally last through several projects.

FLETCHER #01-128 (#08521) has a die-cast metal handle which is lighter and more comfortable to hold. The 114° cutting wheel is made for hard surfaced glass such as opalescent glass. The most popular steel wheel cutter! With ball end and BLUE band.
$6.95

FLETCHER #01-131 (#08541) has a smaller wheel, with a 122° hone. Used for cutting smaller, odd-shaped pieces as the small wheel goes around curves easy.  Straight handle with GREEN band. 
$6.95
Fletcher Carbide Cutters: #08551 (large wheel) on top with #0857 (small hweel) on bottom
CARBIDE CUTTERS
last up to 10 times longer than steel wheel cutters above. Both styles have 114° (sharp honed) wheels for use with stained glass. Popular with many teachers as they last much longer than steel wheel cutters and carry a moderate price tag. With silver bands.

FLETCHER CARBIDE CUTTER, LARGE WHEEL (#08551) features their comfortable die cast handle. With large wheel for general straight line cutting. This is Fletcher's #01-216 (replaces #CA-7). Straight handle, no ball end (upper left illustration).  
$18.95

FLETCHER CARBIDE CUTTER, SMALL WHEEL (#0857) Fletcher #CA-96, for smaller or curved pieces. With ball end handle (lower right illustration).
$24.95
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