Weeding is a reference to vinyl cutters like the cricket, after you cut out vinyl shapes you need tools to pic out the positive or negative design from the sheet. The piece on the end is used to clean off the tip with vinyl bits that stick to blade. Cricket makes their own tools and those look like a nock off. Love the content Rob!
To add on slightly abotu the name, HTV stands for Heat Transfer Vinyl, I use a lot of their HTV to make hats and shirts with my vinyl cutter here at home.
I think you’re the only guy I know who can make hobby knives into such a fascinating subject 😀 that set in the beginning looks interesting with all the different blades.
Hello there my friend, you're comment was just picked as the winner of the Gundam Aerial kit. Send me an email so I can get your shipping address. My email is in the description below the video. I will also mention you as the winner in the next video. Congratulations, Robert
Hi Mr Rex🙂 I just wanted to take a minute to thank you for all the times you have helped people out. Maybe one day I will win a compressor or maybe not😄 But no matter how the dice land, it is so amazingly kind of you to brighten so many people's day the way ya do...and THAT my friend puts a smile on my face❤ Hope the same kindness you've shown is returned to you and your love ones bud😊 And yes i know your names not Rex😄, but i remember you saying the scammers were sneaky, so i didn't wanna type your name and mess up all the nice stuff you have done for people❤
I use a cheap standard handle, but I add pencil grips to mine. I have some grips that have three points And some that look like miniature pool noodles. I get a lot of control and comfort from the grips, and recommend adding them.
I haven’t built any models for the last 15 years and now I’m starting to get back into it. I wanted to say thank you for sharing your videos your videos have taught me a lot of new techniques. I appreciate it keep up the great work out.
I'm 72 been building since about 8 years old. Have built everything from cars scratch built, ships in bottles to my favorites Gundams and Space Battleship. Have a ton of knives from over the years . Love your videos, long time fan, never too old to learn new things ,please keep the videos coming 😊❤
@3:51 That brings back many memories of that blade sinking into my thumb back in the 70s when I used to build so many car models. The other one is cutting through to my other hand holding the item I'm cutting. Used to have a supply of Band-Aids on my work area just so I don't bleed on the furniture or floors.
Mr.Rex! HTV means heat transfer vinyl and weeding is when you pick out the excess vinyl when you cut out designs on heat transfer vinyl. The loop at the top is to stick the vinyl as you weed it out to throw away later
A good knife, or any hobby tool, is more essential than expected. These videos you do are invaluable to those of us trying to make tool choices. Thank you!
Weeding is taking out the extra vinyl in-between the design you actually want. The blades are more often used to help cut places the machine missed rather than fully cutting something from scratch. :) Also, thanks for all the trials you do! This video gave me a couple good ideas for some all around craft blades. :)
I was actually browsing through handles to replace the one my wife got me years back, so this video was very helpful! Thank you for all that you do, Rex 👍
I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis a couple of years ago, and it's wrecking my hands and fingers something fierce, so a comfortable grip really helps. I also game, and I've had to wear Mechanix gloves occasionally to keep my fingers from getting too sore from continuous button pressing. Thanks for showing me some craft knife options, Barbatos.
I bought the Fiskar orange/white one a while back from one of your previous videos that you mentioned it, the handle is pretty comfortable to hold. Although for some reason it does have a tendency for the blade to come loose when I check it if its secure, but I just unlock it and re-secure it and it stays in place. It really helps that its not round so I don't ever have to worry about it rolling off the desk.
I've just started the hobby. Your videos are fantastic for helping me get started without worrying if I'm buying junk or spending too much. Really love the content!
I personally really like Olfa blades, currently uaing ak-1. It's a little bit shorter than a standard one but i feel like it helps a lot with controlling what you want to achieve.
HTV is heat transfer vinyl; weeding is removing the parts of vinyl off a sheet you don’t want after cutting it out on a machine. The points of the knife is used to pull-up the vinyl. My wife has a zillion gadgets to do this, I use a simple handle with a blade 😎
I think your yellow Porsche stole the show! Nice build, my friend. I'm going to have to give the orange handle Fiskars a try. That looks like slick knife for sure. I agree a thick beefy grip is a must for a hobby knife.
I love that triangle Fiskar. I actually saw you recommend it in another video so I bought it and haven’t looked back since. Don’t have to worry about it rolling off my desk and it has a nice grip!
I use a Ryobi quick release. It’s $10 at Home Depot. The 3-sided rubber grip feels comfortable. I did buy a big pack of Z blades a few months ago based on your recommendation. You’re right, they are quite nice.
Great video, as always! The weeding tool is made for picking vinyl after printing for masks or sign work. You need a very sharp tip on them so you can lift a corner as a starting point . I only know this because my brother used to make signs.
Weeding usually refers to removing vinyl excess parts when making vinyl decals. I love Fiskars anything! Would love to try that new Fat Handled Fiskars. "Trust me.... I'm a professional..." right before the trip to the ER for stitches.... LOL!!! Love Your Channel!
The dollar tree 'exacto' style blade kit is not terrible in a pinch. I use it now mainly for my Metal Earth models to unbend tabs when I mess up lol. I love all the options, I'll have to watch again and pick up the ones that look the best for my needs. 👍 Another great tool review video. 💙
Some fat handles have drilled out knife holder for hobby saw blades. X Acto #5 handles have always had this. I have the Fiskars 165110-1001 Easy Change Handle for about a year now. I'm not confident with the lock end, the lock is loosening up with blade changes. The Excel 16026 Fit Grip Knife is available in black but I like the fluorescent green handle. Makes it easier to find. I own hundreds of hobby knives. The old X Acto #1 handles I have covered with pencil cushions & heat shrink to grip better, just trim at the moving parts. You can custom a handle for your use.
I have been looking for a new hobby knife handle for a bit. All I currrently have are the cheap round handles that come in the model building tool kits. They roll.and don't hold the blades tight. Plus they are too thin. It, Barbados Rex to the rescue! A perfectly timed (for me) test on hobby knife handles. After watching I know a Fiskers hanle or two will soon be adorning my workbench. Thank you for a timely and valuable video.
I use surgical handles from the likes of Swann-Morton. They come in different shapes and sizes and have a large range of different blade types. I use the small "standard" holder, the ones shaped like a popsicle stick, and round ones that are shaped like a pen basically. What I like about them is that once the blade is in, you know it's not coming out unless you want it to or you do something very stupid.
My favorite hobby knife lately has been the Carbo Titanium from Westcott. It has a retractable blade and a decent non-slip surface. I picked mine up at Walmart for right at $10. It does have a proprietary blade though, that you must get from Westcott but they do stay sharp a long long time and I have actually resharpened mine several times with an oil stone.
Nice video. My favorite handles are the straight round rubberized Excel hobby knives with the hex shaped ring to prevent rolling and the tightening knob all the way at the back so it doesn't loosen up while you are working. They are like the Excells you tested here but with just a straight tube body instead of the "ergonomic" shaped one.
I love watching your videos, they are very helpful with the multiple verities of products with different prices and which are good for us who are getting into the model building hobby.
I have several hundred knock off #11 blades that I use for "junk" work, but, for modeling and precise work, I only use the xacto z series blades. They just can't be beat for sharpness and durability.
I've used a LOT of different hobby knives, and I think my favorite - based on balance and build quality is the Fiskars SoftGrip Detail Craft Knife. The Fiskars soft grip knife is pretty nice as well, but with my big hands, I like the other one with the aluminum handle.
Oh, no, I might need to buy more hobby tools. My wife will be thrilled. Another great video, appreciate all the information you provide to the hobby community!
Timely video. I have been building a lot of RC Gliders lately and have been using a standard knife blade. The problem with the standard ones are what you mention, they roll away and don't provide a comfortable non-slip grip, too risky in my opinion. I do like the Fiskars craft knives and will have to get a couple to use. I have used or "borrowed" my wife's Shape cutter which they no longer make. Once I figured out how to use it, it cuts shrink covering film brilliantly.
Another great video. I bought the green excel knife after seeing you use it before. I got a second one later for my office. I had purchased the 40 blade set from another company. I really loved the handles, but I always have #11 blades and those use #2 blades. They don't seem to hold the #11s very well and I hate trying to keep up with different blades for different handles. But again I really liked the handles.
Nice test of hobby knives. I do use the Z blades and have several of the Fiskar handles. The Beaditive looks like a good find and something I would use. If I have some tiny detail work the X-Acto style is great, but I prefer the old fashioned mat knives and use my Dewalt with retactable blade for a lot of stuff. It's probably because that's what I've used most of my life and I didn't start using an X-Acto knife until about ten years ago. I've got a vinyl cutter and weeding is when you're removing the unwanted vinyl. Occasionally I'll need to use the X-Acto, but mostly I'll use sharp tweezers or picks.
Never really gave the different handles a thought. Just have your basic straight handle x-acto knife. Now I gotta go get some different ones to see what I'm missing. Lol. Thanks for the great info!!
I got that Excel contour grip from Amazon just a few minutes ago. I got the black handle rather than the green. You come up with some really good stuff. I like that handle, already.
The Fiskars heavy duty handle is the favorite one I have used so far. The weight alone is very helpful for shaky hands. Great when trying to carefully scribe and cut details. It also fits larger blades that regular handles can't like many from Excell.
Weeding. This term refers to the act of removing excess material from the carrier sheet (or clear backing of the material) after you have cut your images with the machine to reveal your desired design
I actually purchased a medical B-P No 6 handle and 100-pack of 25A Swan-Morton blades. Purchased 4 years ago still have like 95 blades left. I hone the blades to keep them sharp.
Thank you, I now have more information about hobby knives. I can make a better decision on which knife I should purchase, thank you so much for this video
Weeding is a reference to vinyl cutters like the cricket, after you cut out vinyl shapes you need tools to pic out the positive or negative design from the sheet. The piece on the end is used to clean off the tip with vinyl bits that stick to blade. Cricket makes their own tools and those look like a nock off. Love the content Rob!
To add on slightly abotu the name, HTV stands for Heat Transfer Vinyl, I use a lot of their HTV to make hats and shirts with my vinyl cutter here at home.
I worked in kitchens for over 20 years and can confirm that a good grip is just as important as the blade. Great video!
I think you’re the only guy I know who can make hobby knives into such a fascinating subject 😀 that set in the beginning looks interesting with all the different blades.
Hello there my friend, you're comment was just picked as the winner of the Gundam Aerial kit. Send me an email so I can get your shipping address. My email is in the description below the video. I will also mention you as the winner in the next video. Congratulations, Robert
@@barbatosrex9473 Will do, thank you!
Keep the videos coming, this is one of the few channels that gives in-depth reviews of hobby tools.
Hi Mr Rex🙂
I just wanted to take a minute to thank you for all the times you have helped people out.
Maybe one day I will win a compressor or maybe not😄
But no matter how the dice land, it is so amazingly kind of you to brighten so many people's day the way ya do...and THAT my friend puts a smile on my face❤
Hope the same kindness you've shown is returned to you and your love ones bud😊
And yes i know your names not Rex😄, but i remember you saying the scammers were sneaky, so i didn't wanna type your name and mess up all the nice stuff you have done for people❤
Nice to see a review of knife handles. Not something a lot of hobbiest think about, but it's important.
I bought the Olfa handle, and I would definitely recommend. It’s well built and has a nice rubber grip.
Olfa and tamiya modeler's knife pro are the same, the weight makes the difference for me
I use a cheap standard handle, but I add pencil grips to mine. I have some grips that have three points And some that look like miniature pool noodles. I get a lot of control and comfort from the grips, and recommend adding them.
Thanks for the test!
I haven’t built any models for the last 15 years and now I’m starting to get back into it. I wanted to say thank you for sharing your videos your videos have taught me a lot of new techniques. I appreciate it keep up the great work out.
Weeding blades and picks are for pulling the negative spaces out of vinyl after you've cut it in a cricut or vinyl plotter
Every time I'm shopping for new supplies whether it's paint, an airbrush, or whatever you always come thru! 💯
I'm 72 been building since about 8 years old. Have built everything from cars scratch built, ships in bottles to my favorites Gundams and Space Battleship. Have a ton of knives from over the years . Love your videos, long time fan, never too old to learn new things ,please keep the videos coming 😊❤
Them knife/tool handles have everything to do with being consistently accurate, comfortable, and safe. Great, and very important video. Thanks Robert!
@3:51 That brings back many memories of that blade sinking into my thumb back in the 70s when I used to build so many car models. The other one is cutting through to my other hand holding the item I'm cutting. Used to have a supply of Band-Aids on my work area just so I don't bleed on the furniture or floors.
Mr.Rex! HTV means heat transfer vinyl and weeding is when you pick out the excess vinyl when you cut out designs on heat transfer vinyl. The loop at the top is to stick the vinyl as you weed it out to throw away later
A good knife, or any hobby tool, is more essential than expected. These videos you do are invaluable to those of us trying to make tool choices. Thank you!
Weeding is taking out the extra vinyl in-between the design you actually want. The blades are more often used to help cut places the machine missed rather than fully cutting something from scratch. :) Also, thanks for all the trials you do! This video gave me a couple good ideas for some all around craft blades. :)
I was actually browsing through handles to replace the one my wife got me years back, so this video was very helpful! Thank you for all that you do, Rex 👍
I was diagnosed with Rheumatoid Arthritis a couple of years ago, and it's wrecking my hands and fingers something fierce, so a comfortable grip really helps. I also game, and I've had to wear Mechanix gloves occasionally to keep my fingers from getting too sore from continuous button pressing. Thanks for showing me some craft knife options, Barbatos.
I’m just getting into scale modeling and am amazed by all the possibilities! Thanks for your informative videos.
I bought the Fiskar orange/white one a while back from one of your previous videos that you mentioned it, the handle is pretty comfortable to hold. Although for some reason it does have a tendency for the blade to come loose when I check it if its secure, but I just unlock it and re-secure it and it stays in place. It really helps that its not round so I don't ever have to worry about it rolling off the desk.
I've just started the hobby. Your videos are fantastic for helping me get started without worrying if I'm buying junk or spending too much. Really love the content!
Forget Amazon reviews, what does Rob say about it?🤣🤣🤣
I personally really like Olfa blades, currently uaing ak-1. It's a little bit shorter than a standard one but i feel like it helps a lot with controlling what you want to achieve.
Thanks for shedding light, upgrading tools for the hobby
HTV is heat transfer vinyl; weeding is removing the parts of vinyl off a sheet you don’t want after cutting it out on a machine. The points of the knife is used to pull-up the vinyl.
My wife has a zillion gadgets to do this, I use a simple handle with a blade 😎
I think your yellow Porsche stole the show! Nice build, my friend. I'm going to have to give the orange handle Fiskars a try. That looks like slick knife for sure. I agree a thick beefy grip is a must for a hobby knife.
I love that triangle Fiskar. I actually saw you recommend it in another video so I bought it and haven’t looked back since. Don’t have to worry about it rolling off my desk and it has a nice grip!
It's always good to have different types of blades.
I use a Ryobi quick release. It’s $10 at Home Depot. The 3-sided rubber grip feels comfortable.
I did buy a big pack of Z blades a few months ago based on your recommendation. You’re right, they are quite nice.
I saw that home depot had a kit with multiple handles and blades. Wasn't sure if they were worth it.
Love the look of the Aerial.
The weeding blades are mainly for use with the circut system,to remove lettering after being cut
Love the “z” blades. They cut so well and last a long time
Great video, as always! The weeding tool is made for picking vinyl after printing for masks or sign work. You need a very sharp tip on them so you can lift a corner as a starting point . I only know this because my brother used to make signs.
Weeding usually refers to removing vinyl excess parts when making vinyl decals. I love Fiskars anything! Would love to try that new Fat Handled Fiskars. "Trust me.... I'm a professional..." right before the trip to the ER for stitches.... LOL!!! Love Your Channel!
Robert, weeding tools are used primarily in separation of vinyl transfers, Cricut stuff, if you will.
That fiskars quick release is my new go to i bought it after buying a few others and the quick release not only felt sturdy but comfortable.
A new handle was one of the things on my list. Thanks for the video as always.
The dollar tree 'exacto' style blade kit is not terrible in a pinch. I use it now mainly for my Metal Earth models to unbend tabs when I mess up lol. I love all the options, I'll have to watch again and pick up the ones that look the best for my needs. 👍
Another great tool review video. 💙
Another home run! Thanks Rex! 👏 👏
You should have included scalpel blade handles too.
I have so many hobby knifes, however i usually revert to my x-acto 3 piece set. Its a classic.
Very cool video that shows a plethora of different knifes. Always enjoy your videos. Thanks.
This is what I’ve been waiting for, I need a new handle and this is perfect timing. Thank you so much!
Some fat handles have drilled out knife holder for hobby saw blades. X Acto #5 handles have always had this. I have the Fiskars 165110-1001 Easy Change Handle for about a year now. I'm not confident with the lock end, the lock is loosening up with blade changes. The Excel 16026 Fit Grip Knife is available in black but I like the fluorescent green handle. Makes it easier to find. I own hundreds of hobby knives. The old X Acto #1 handles I have covered with pencil cushions & heat shrink to grip better, just trim at the moving parts. You can custom a handle for your use.
I have an Olfa knife and I think it's a great knife blade and handle.
I have been looking for a new hobby knife handle for a bit. All I currrently have are the cheap round handles that come in the model building tool kits. They roll.and don't hold the blades tight. Plus they are too thin.
It, Barbados Rex to the rescue! A perfectly timed (for me) test on hobby knife handles. After watching I know a Fiskers hanle or two will soon be adorning my workbench.
Thank you for a timely and valuable video.
weeding is the term for removing excess vinyl around cut letters and designs for sign making and tee shirts
super useful video! thank you! :)
Always a highlight of the day seeing a new video of yours posted!
I use surgical handles from the likes of Swann-Morton. They come in different shapes and sizes and have a large range of different blade types. I use the small "standard" holder, the ones shaped like a popsicle stick, and round ones that are shaped like a pen basically. What I like about them is that once the blade is in, you know it's not coming out unless you want it to or you do something very stupid.
Been using the black tamiya handle for years, love the thing!
My favorite hobby knife lately has been the Carbo Titanium from Westcott. It has a retractable blade and a decent non-slip surface. I picked mine up at Walmart for right at $10. It does have a proprietary blade though, that you must get from Westcott but they do stay sharp a long long time and I have actually resharpened mine several times with an oil stone.
I love seeing all the different types over there. Thanks for another informational video!
Nice video. My favorite handles are the straight round rubberized Excel hobby knives with the hex shaped ring to prevent rolling and the tightening knob all the way at the back so it doesn't loosen up while you are working. They are like the Excells you tested here but with just a straight tube body instead of the "ergonomic" shaped one.
would love this kit! thank you for the opportunity
Thanks for all the videos! I watch them all when I can
You can never have too many hobby knives. I wish I could keep better track of the replacement blades.
Very helpful, weeding tools are used with vynil cutting machines(like a cricut) and crafting
I love watching your videos, they are very helpful with the multiple verities of products with different prices and which are good for us who are getting into the model building hobby.
Thanks for the video! I have seen some of these handles around and was curious about how they actually feel, so it is appreciated.
It's cool to see all the different options out there.
Thanks as always for your in depth reviews. Looking forward to the panel liners!
I have also got the Ryobi set for the mini screwdrivers and really like the hobby knife, i use it the most
I have several hundred knock off #11 blades that I use for "junk" work, but, for modeling and precise work, I only use the xacto z series blades. They just can't be beat for sharpness and durability.
I've used a LOT of different hobby knives, and I think my favorite - based on balance and build quality is the Fiskars SoftGrip Detail Craft Knife. The Fiskars soft grip knife is pretty nice as well, but with my big hands, I like the other one with the aluminum handle.
Best channel to watch since I got into the model building hobby
Oh, no, I might need to buy more hobby tools. My wife will be thrilled. Another great video, appreciate all the information you provide to the hobby community!
Timely video. I have been building a lot of RC Gliders lately and have been using a standard knife blade. The problem with the standard ones are what you mention, they roll away and don't provide a comfortable non-slip grip, too risky in my opinion. I do like the Fiskars craft knives and will have to get a couple to use. I have used or "borrowed" my wife's Shape cutter which they no longer make. Once I figured out how to use it, it cuts shrink covering film brilliantly.
So many different hobby knife handles out there, yet here i am still using my old x acto metal handle for the past 4 years lol
Another great vid. Love when you highlight tools and different types
There is a use for white panel liners and it is to get the "tron effect". So white first and then a bright color over it.
Enjoyed watching this video! I also like using handles with rubber grips.
Never knew they were so many types of hobby knives. Really like the beaditive and that built in snapping tool 😮
Another great video. I bought the green excel knife after seeing you use it before. I got a second one later for my office. I had purchased the 40 blade set from another company. I really loved the handles, but I always have #11 blades and those use #2 blades. They don't seem to hold the #11s very well and I hate trying to keep up with different blades for different handles. But again I really liked the handles.
Amazing how many different tools do the same thing. Another very educational video. Always looking forward to seeing your videos.
Nice test of hobby knives. I do use the Z blades and have several of the Fiskar handles. The Beaditive looks like a good find and something I would use. If I have some tiny detail work the X-Acto style is great, but I prefer the old fashioned mat knives and use my Dewalt with retactable blade for a lot of stuff. It's probably because that's what I've used most of my life and I didn't start using an X-Acto knife until about ten years ago. I've got a vinyl cutter and weeding is when you're removing the unwanted vinyl. Occasionally I'll need to use the X-Acto, but mostly I'll use sharp tweezers or picks.
I bought a couple of the Excel grips a while back after watching one of your videos and I'm loving them.
Never really gave the different handles a thought. Just have your basic straight handle x-acto knife. Now I gotta go get some different ones to see what I'm missing. Lol. Thanks for the great info!!
I got that Excel contour grip from Amazon just a few minutes ago. I got the black handle rather than the green. You come up with some really good stuff. I like that handle, already.
I actually use both (ergonomic) models of the Fiskars. In fact, I have even give some of them as gifts to friends. That's how much I like them!
That Beaditive looks really nice. I think something like that would help prevent hand cramping like I usually get with a sstandard Xacto handle.
Nice, cool knives I love your channel it has all the hobby info for anything. Thank you. 👍🏽
I have the exact same knife as your Beaditive. Mine's called SDI Precision Knife, though. It also comes with the 30 degree snap-off blade.
The Fiskars heavy duty handle is the favorite one I have used so far. The weight alone is very helpful for shaky hands. Great when trying to carefully scribe and cut details. It also fits larger blades that regular handles can't like many from Excell.
I'm gonna try those blades for sure and probably try one of those fiskars cutters too. Thanks for the video!
Weeding. This term refers to the act of removing excess material from the carrier sheet (or clear backing of the material) after you have cut your images with the machine to reveal your desired design
Nice variety of blades! Thanks for sharing! 😎🇨🇦
Once again a very informative review..... Saw a couple of blades I am going to try.....
I'm interesting in trying several of these hobby knives. Thanks for the great review.
Man, I have really been wanting a video like this. I am losing more and more of my hobby life as arthritis gets worse.
What a useful video! I had no idea the options available and the prices. Thanks much! Would like to learn about acrylic panel liners. Best regards.
Good review of different hobby knives. Keep up the great work. Jim
Robert, skip me if the picker picks me lol. Weeding is the term for removing unwanted bits of vinyl from a vinyl cutting project.
I actually purchased a medical B-P No 6 handle and 100-pack of 25A Swan-Morton blades. Purchased 4 years ago still have like 95 blades left. I hone the blades to keep them sharp.
HTV is Heat Transfer Vinyl and weeding is removing the excess vinyl after cutting your design on a vinyl cutting machine.
Thank you, I now have more information about hobby knives. I can make a better decision on which knife I should purchase, thank you so much for this video
Great timing, I just received new Tamiya blades today! Another great video!
I have a Ryobi one. It is triangular shaped. I really like it.
Thanks for the review. I will for sure order the x-acto blades you recommended.