Tamiya 74035 sharp pointed side cutter with textured black grips and narrow blades

Tamiya Sharp Pointed Side Cutter 74035

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Tamiya 74035 sharp pointed side cutter with textured black grips and narrow blades
  • Tamiya 74035 sharp pointed side cutter with textured black grips and narrow blades
  • Tamiya 74035 sharp pointed side cutter reverse view showing blade head engraving
  • Tamiya 74035 sharp pointed side cutter in blue blister-card retail packaging
  • Close-up of Tamiya 74035 cutting a grey plastic sprue part from a vehicle model kit
  • Close-up of Tamiya 74035 cutting a part from a red plastic model sprue
  • Close-up of Tamiya 74035 cutting clear plastic parts from a transparent sprue
Tamiya Sharp Pointed Side Cutter 74035
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Tamiya Sharp Pointed Side Cutter 74035

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Product overview

Tamiya 74035 uses thinner, more sharply pointed blades than 74001 to reach sprue gates where parts are fine and surrounding clearance is limited. Detailed ship-model components are cited as an example of this working environment. The cutting head has a front-facing blade design and a coating intended to prevent rust.

  • The blades are thinner and more sharply pointed than those of 74001.
  • Its narrow head is intended for finely moulded parts with limited clearance.
  • The blade edges face forwards at the cutting head.
  • A rust-prevention coating is applied to the cutter.

Notes · Q & A

What is single-edge (flush) vs double-edge cutting on sprue nippers?

Single-edge, or flush, cutters have one flat face and one bevelled blade, leaving a near-clean cut on the part side. Double-edge cutters bevel both sides and pinch, leaving a small nub you then trim. For plastic kits, flush is worth it.

Can I use hobby sprue cutters on metal miniatures or wire?

No. Fine flush cutters are ground for soft plastic and resin; metal minis, brass rod and staples will chip or roll the edge. Keep a separate, more robust pair for metal and save your good cutters for plastic.

How do I cut parts off the sprue without stress marks?

Cut twice. Leave a little sprue on the first pass, then trim flush away from the part, blade flat to the surface. Cutting hard against the part whitens and dents the plastic as the blades pinch it.

Why has my cutter stopped cutting cleanly?

Usually a nicked or misaligned edge from cutting something too hard, or dried glue in the joint. Wipe the blades, add a drop of oil to the pivot, and only cut material the tool is rated for. A chipped flush edge cannot be honed back.

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Orders placed before 3pm (Mon–Fri) are dispatched the same day. UK delivery is by Royal Mail 24 Tracked. Free UK delivery on orders over £70. International delivery available via Royal Mail International Tracked or courier.

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If you're not happy with your purchase, contact us within 30 days for a full refund or exchange. Items must be unused and in original packaging.

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Technical specifications

Product details
Brand
Tamiya
Product code
74035
Type
Tools
Tool type
Side cutter
Shipping weight
110 g
Barcode
4950344963553
Made in
Japan

Product

Tamiya Sharp Pointed Side Cutter 74035

Code (proj)

74035

Ship. weight

110 g

Brand

Tamiya

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