My calibur left a die cut mark in my sandwich boards. Is that normal? Or am I doing it wrong?
819966
It will leave a cutting mark and it should be on the "cutting" board one. Won't hurt anything if it's on the A one, but should be on the one marked for cutting....it will look pretty beat up after lots of die cuts.
629580
Maybe you've got a defective one. I think you can return that? my only question is " how come the one I've got, the paint are fading and cracking"?... I hope the Lenmar & Amazon can fixed these!... thanks...
310148
I agree with SRR - you just have to be sure to get it inserted all the way to the rubber boot, and remove it carefully as well. (I have scratch marks too, because I was hasty and didn't listen to my own advice - go figure)
1299254
I just stumbled upon your question while looking for flatware to add to my wedding registry and this is the set my parents have. We had this same issue with the black marks on the butter from the serrated grooves and had no idea what was causing them for the longest time. There is actually nothing wrong with the knives, we found that if you use these knives to cut an avocado, sometimes the rind/skin remains in the grooves even after being washed in the dishwasher.
365040
I have not had this issue. I do "flip" my plates though so that I use all sides of the top plate that the die cuts into. Think it is my "A" plate on top that I am flipping with ever few cuts. And that way I get a newer cleaner surface to have the die cut into. My machine did work well out of the box but sometimes a thin sheet of paper between C and D plates may "shim" it if you have thinner dies. Good luck!
1485444
I am sorry you are experiencing this issue; mine has a similar defect too by the serrations. I decided not to do anything with it. Any touch up will make it look worse - trust me. If you do a little research, you will see that some have removed the paint completely, and then used some polishing paste - the result is amazing; a high gloss stainless steel look! Capelos, on You-tube has a video reviewing this gun, and at the end shows how it looks without the paint! You can remove the paint from the slide and barrel only, for a two-tone look, or remove it from the frame, as well, for a complete stainless steel look! If you read my full review you will see that I had recommended to the manufacturer to offer it "blued" or, better yet parkerized! I hope this helps. Good luck.
1262813
First thought is have you inspected the interior of the cell? You can buy a cap that screws on either end of the discontected cell so you can pour Acid into it. Those fins inside get calcified to the point that they don't electricfy the water. I used a bamboo skewer stick to clean the metal fins after I soak it.I knew my board was fried when the digital #'s didn't display. I'd certainly check the cell first.
266009
Yes, this is a common defect with these models, it's a combination of the polymer used and the design. Yes it will happen to newer items, don't buy this. I can't say about their other models that employ a different design, use at your own risk.
2077632
My board has a few knife marks, but none that are unexpected from constant use. This is a solid board. I have not had any separation issues.
892060
The letters are small. Perfect for scrapbook pages. All the letters are on one 12 1/2 in by 2 1/4 in metal plate. So the letters and numbers are all less than one inch big. I'm not sure if the die cut can be used in the grand Calibur. From the picture on Amazon of the machine, it looks like you may be able to use it with the grand Calibur, but I've never used one before. I have a Big Shot and the die cut works fine with that. The product itself says it can be used with a Sizzix Sidekick, Bigkick, Big Shot, and Vagabond. It doesn't say anything about the grand Calibur. Hope this helps.
938741
The first one I ordered had the same issue, I think; an area of the mesh is slightly smushed or disfigured. The replacement I just received has the same issue. I'm reluctant to return it yet again, but I just can't believe this should be normal or expected for such a high quality (priced) item. Plus, I'm sure it works just fine, but it's going to irk me every time I see it. I'm really surprised Matfer distributes them in plastic bags and not boxes.
1626030
mine was fine out of the box... no issues. excalibur is a fantastic company with excellent customer service, i'm sure they'll help you out. if not just take those screws to the harware store and i'll bet you can find one.
1501382
I had the same issue. I guess their casting is off, in the end i just went ahead and trimmed it so it sat flat and flush. Mine is hidden under a console anyway. Just use some tin snips or grinding wheel to clearance it.
704681
I'm sad to say that I do have a problem with roughness. Before AND after I treated it with oil, there are tiny shards of wood splintering out of the board. I can't get this problem to stop. I intended to use this as a cheese board, but unfortunatly I cannot risk having tiny pieces of wood getting into my guests' food. I'll be looking for a return.
1944959
Hmmm seems like you made a rookie mistake( touch the pins or bent them accd) or you have a bad chip or board.
1872766
don't know, mine is fine...is your floors level, is the board level when fully deployed...if not with the board, then you have a defective board. throw a level on it.
1286820
I don't know how representative the piece I bought was, but mine came with dents and chips in it. I had to return the one I purchased because it was too dinged up to be used. I don't know if the surface itself is prone to chipping, but of course when the metal underneath is seriously dented, the surface coating will fall off! I recall years ago my parents had something that looked much the same, and it was tough & durable, so I was surprised by what I got. Hopefully mine was just a "one off" experience, but the thin and weak metal made me think that other people will also have bad luck. I don't know how representative the piece I bought was, but mine came with dents and chips in it. I had to return the one I purchased because it was too dinged up to be used. I don't know if the surface itself is prone to chipping, but of course when the metal underneath is seriously dented, the surface coating will fall off! I recall years ago my parents had something that looked much the same, and it was tough & durable, so I was surprised by what I got. Hopefully mine was just a "one off" experience, but the thin and weak metal made me think that other people will also have bad... » Read More I don't know how representative the piece I bought was, but mine came with dents and chips in it. I had to return the one I purchased because it was too dinged up to be used. I don't know if the surface itself is prone to chipping, but of course when the metal underneath is seriously dented, the surface coating will fall off! I recall years ago my parents had something that looked much the same, and it was tough & durable, so I was surprised by what I got. Hopefully mine was just a "one off" experience, but the thin and weak metal made me think that other people will also have bad luck. « Show Less