Review on 🔧 Bira Craft Adjustable 6 Hole Punch, Black, 8 Sheet Capacity, Compact for A4/A5/A6/Agenda/Personal/Deskfax, Guaranteed Performance by Denise Davis

I make non-books out of many different covers. So most of my work consists of using office-size die-cutting machines, which take up a lot of space due to their large footprint. I have different sizes for different projects and folders. But a few years ago I decided to add other options as well, including the A5 and A6 six ring style. When I recently decided to order both sizes of die cut lined paper, was I shocked at the price of the paper? So for both of about 200 sheets each would cost about $20. I had to fill out several books. I also have many different papers and carbon papers, so why not die cut your own? I tested several die-cut options and none of them fit me the way I wanted. The time has come and I decided to order. Really happy I did this. It seems complicated, it has some sort of sliding paper guide that helps punch the paper in the right place every time. And he did a good job with heavy, I mean heavy, cardboard. The stamps are a bit tedious to move, but align them to the dimensions you need. There is a release button on the back and it took me a while to figure out how to move. He wouldn't budge and I knew it without even finding a mention in the instructions, printed matter, or packaging materials. But I insisted, and indeed he gave, and the block opened just enough for me to reattach the cardboard and punch through. This was smooth and light so it's perfect. The first 4 books I write will more than pay for themselves and now I have options and uses for all types of paper etc. Happy, happy, happy. I haven't tried punching through plastic, but I will because it can be tricky with all stamps, even my fancy professional office punches with pull handles. But I think it should work with a little more power. It's also kind of cute. Once the green vinyl I ordered arrives I will be making two A5 and A6 magazines for a friend. She loves greens like lime green and kiwi green so now I can add custom pages, images, poly envelopes and die cut anything. I'm not sure if I need lightweight cardstock to get a good hit on softer vinyls, but I will if I have to. The trick is to use the repositioning glue, but not along the edge where the stamp might stick. But glued to the cardboard well enough to help it slide between tight perforations. I don't think there are any throat options but I'm still very happy with this kick. I would of course recommend getting a grasp of how the slide guide works and how to position the punches yourself and finally and perhaps most importantly how to open the hole with the button on the back. Then everything is easy.