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CJ · Dec 13, 2013

Gonna see wot all the fuss is about and have a serious look for a medium sized Sigma. I've gotta go for a max series cutters, as I really don't think I could handle a pull type.

Does the klick klock handle make a lot of difference??
looking at the 3B2M max?

Wot do you hardened Sigma users think?

is it hard to see the marking on your tile with the center bar??

Stef · Dec 13, 2013

Its a bit awkward to start with but you won't be long getting a grip of it.
I used Rubi for years & was a bit dubious about the Sigmas but they are far superior cutters to what I've used before.
You won't be disappointed.
I bought 2 max cutters & they are superb.

charlie1 · Dec 13, 2013

Must admit, I prefer the pull handle, I do have the max handle on my 3E

Gazzer · Dec 13, 2013

I struggle with a push handle on my Max.

White Room · Dec 13, 2013

I have a max on a 600mm and a 900 and 500 with the Klick Klock, I find the KK works better on the 900 cutter....

Sean SML Tiling · Dec 13, 2013

Whats the klick klock handle mark as im looking at buying the 3p2m for tiles 1m long

CJ · Dec 13, 2013

Sir Ramic said:
I struggle with a push handle on my Max.

Why?

Wot did you have before Sigma?

White Room · Dec 13, 2013

Smltiling said:
Whats the klick klock handle mark as im looking at buying the 3p2m for tiles 1m long

[video=youtube_share;lndcVmZPQOc]http://youtu.be/lndcVmZPQOc[/video]

I tend push towards the measuring bar rather than away

Sean SML Tiling · Dec 13, 2013

I got a montolit that pushes towards the bar just wasnt sure what the difference is between the max and the kk

CJ · Dec 13, 2013

Not sure about pushing AWAY from the measure bar bit.

Gazzer · Dec 13, 2013

CJ said:
Why?

Wot did you have before Sigma?

I have been using pull Sigmas since 2001.

CJ · Dec 13, 2013

But, if Dave at Trade Tiler was to up his offer from 5% to 10%........maybe I could be persuaded. :smilewinkgrin:

CJ · Dec 13, 2013

Do you Sigma lot not struggle with the pull cutters?.......surely when pulling towards yourself, you naturally lift the wheel up a bit.......at least when pushing away from your body, the tendency is to push down at the same time?

It makes sense to me anyway.

White Room · Dec 13, 2013

CJ said:
Do you Sigma lot not struggle with the pull cutters?.......surely when pulling towards yourself, you naturally lift the wheel up a bit.......at least when pushing away from your body, the tendency is to push down at the same time?

It makes sense to me anyway.

I could'nt get on the with a pull cutter thats why I push to the measuring bar...

Sigma UK · Dec 13, 2013

The best thing to do is try a couple of handles if you can. I do know that a lot of the tillers who can master the pull handle wouldn't swap it for anything. Think the pull handle is best suited to 700 and smaller. Wouldn't want to pull back on a 128cm cutter or 151cm. The good thing is you can swap the handles to suit without having to fork out for a new cutter.

kilty55 · Dec 14, 2013

also going to try a maxi cutter have you got one yet cj

Mr Tiler · Dec 14, 2013

wheres the cheapest place to look at buying a sigma?

CJ · Dec 14, 2013

kilty55 said:
also going to try a maxi cutter have you got one yet cj

Not yet.......looking at the 3B2M Max though.

Sean Kelly · Dec 15, 2013

Sorry to hijack your thread CJ. Was looking at the 3b2m and 3c2m (62 & 74cm). Most of my work is 600x300 and smaller tiles. Is it worth getting the bigger cutter just in case I get the odd 700 tile size?

I've spent the whole w/e looking at utube vids of klick klock and standard breakers and it's driving me nuts. The guys on the videos make the scoring and breaking seem like a bit of a palava.

Dave @ Tradetiler does not have the bigger machine in stock. Does he still offer 5% discount for us guys'n'girls on the forum?

Gazzer · Dec 15, 2013

http://www.tilersforums.com/tile-news/71530-5-off-sigma-cutters.html#post722387

Stef · Dec 15, 2013

kilty55 said:
also going to try a maxi cutter have you got one yet cj

Jamie if you want you can take one of my cutters for a week or two to try them.

CJ · Dec 15, 2013

Sean Kelly said:
Sorry to hijack your thread CJ. Was looking at the 3b2m and 3c2m (62 & 74cm). Most of my work is 600x300 and smaller tiles. Is it worth getting the bigger cutter just in case I get the odd 700 tile size?

I've spent the whole w/e looking at utube vids of klick klock and standard breakers and it's driving me nuts. The guys on the videos make the scoring and breaking seem like a bit of a palava.

Dave @ Tradetiler does not have the bigger machine in stock. Does he still offer 5% discount for us guys'n'girls on the forum?

I have also spent an age watching the vids......I have a Rubi TS70+ but don't use much, for the bigger stuff. I am after a medium sized cutter and think the 3B2M is ideal. Also not sure on KK handle??

I have also looked about at the "other" sites for prices......but not decided as yet.

STILL not seen or touched one though......so it is a bit of a gamble just going on recommendations?

Sean SML Tiling · Dec 16, 2013

Cj I took that gamble amd glad i did. I went from a rubi ts 60+ to the montolit and it takes a while getting used to them but they are great cutters. Im getting the 3p2m after xmas and looking forward to owning a sigma. Go for it

CJ · Dec 16, 2013

Smltiling said:
Cj I took that gamble amd glad i did. I went from a rubi ts 60+ to the montolit and it takes a while getting used to them but they are great cutters. Im getting the 3p2m after xmas and looking forward to owning a sigma. Go for it

I will.....but looking for the bestest deal at the mo. :smilewinkgrin:

Ian · Dec 16, 2013

CJ said:
I have also spent an age watching the vids......I have a Rubi TS70+ but don't use much, for the bigger stuff. I am after a medium sized cutter and think the 3B2M is ideal. Also not sure on KK handle??

I have also looked about at the "other" sites for prices......but not decided as yet.

STILL not seen or touched one though......so it is a bit of a gamble just going on recommendations?

I bought a 3DM last year and used it several times for a couple of months, I just could not get on with it and ended up swapping it for a TX900. I strongly advise you try one out mate, they are definitely good cutters but, they aren't for everyone.

CJ · Dec 16, 2013

I know wot you mean Bri.........I got a garage full of bits of kit that I thought where going to work?

White Room · Dec 16, 2013

CJ said:
I know wot you mean Bri.........I got a garage full of bits of kit that I thought where going to work?

I've got a lock up on a farm with loads of stuff, ebay calling soon...

Sean Kelly · Dec 17, 2013

I did it. I bought myself a 3C2M Max from The Ceramic tile company. Several sites have variations of these cutters, some old versions and some of the updated versions. I was getting a little confused with all the serial numbers. Some sites had the same machine but with different cutting lengths quoted! I really wanted the carry case and the company I bought the machine was the only place that could get me the cutter and the case. So for £361 I am getting both items straight from Sigma on Thursday. So thanks to Richard Thomas from the Ceramic tile co. Also, I wanted to know for sure that the 3C2M actually fitted in the box. Sigma confirmed that it did. Will let you know how I get on soon, as I have a 600x600 30sqm kitchen to tile soon.

Stef · Dec 17, 2013

Welcome to the Dark Side Sean.
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Gazzer · Dec 17, 2013

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