Logan 440-1 Team Cutting System Plus For Framing, Matting, Precision Cutting, and Design

This product is well made, substantial, easy to read, and very sturdy. I especially like that the cutter can be set in a ridge to keep it up tight against the straight edge, so it will not go off track, and yet even though it is secured, it can be easily moved. Shipping was well boxed and arrivedin great condition. Great job Logan.

I just used this to bevel cut my first matt board opening to frame a photograph. It was very easy to use and worked great. I watched the company's youtube video and it couldn't have been easier to accurately bevel cut the board. Can't beat it for the price.

The box says it includes a set of 5 blades but there were no blades in the box. I ordered a replacement thinking the second box would finally come with the blades, but again the second order didn’t come with any. If the blades are removed from each box on purpose, it should be called out front and center on the product listing so that people know they have to buy blades separately if they’re planning to use this product as soon as it arrives.Edit: tried contacting the seller to ask if Logan 270-10 would fit, because the listing says Logan 270 and when I searched for that, those blades look different than the ones in the instruction videos. I never heard back, so I bought the 270-10 anyways and it did work. Overall the products works well and is simple to use. Great for my hobbyist needs. I just wish there was a bit more transparency with the listing and a little more product support.

This works quite well if you want to cut a modest number of mats for yourself. It does take a little strength (my husband could make cuts the first time, but I often had to go over cuts twice). It can also be easier to make good cuts if you have someone else hold the straight edge--a team effort. :-D I recommend cutting two practice mats before cutting one you want to keep. With a little practice, you'll get very pleasing results.

I am very happy with the cutting result. I put cardboard beneath the mat boards. It is easy to hold and to cut. The mat board might move around a bit, so do not cut too fast, pay more attention to holding on tight. Also, if you have thick cardboard like me, it does not hurt to set the cut a bit deeper than necessary. If you expect your mat to be perfect, I do recommend some practice. When you first push the blade down, if the mat is thick and tough, the blade might push your hand backwards; so it is important to try and get used to it. I personally do not care much. If the mat does not look good enough, I just use paint to cover the problems up. To order one mat online may cost me 30 or 40 dollars. I already cut 5 mats so far and I am very happy to be able to save the money.

Mat blades were missing from the order.

This is a truly great product! It is easy to use as long as you measure accurately! It is VERY easy to get professional results and it pays for itself in only one use! The cost for having something professionally matted is crazy...this is a wonderful tool for anyone wanting to do their own framing! I recommend it highly! (By the way, I've used this product for over ten years...I purchased it a second time after my first one was lost in a move, that's how much I like it!)

I’ve been working on some art projects recently including framing them myself and this mat board cutting system is awesome! I don’t understand why framing stores charge an arm and leg! It’s not that hard. The key is to make sure you’re always using a super sharp blade! As always double and triple check your measurements before cutting and make sure the diagonal cutting blade is in the correct orientation for your final look. If you plan to do several projects this is an essential tool!