カッティング
Hold the cutter vertically, tilting it slightly toward you.
Japanese: カッターは垂直、手前に少し傾ける
Hold the cutter vertically and tilt it slightly toward you. A solid basic form leads to consistent scores and makes it easier to split the wood.
When using a glass cutter, pull it vertically when viewed from the front, and at a slight angle toward you when viewed from the side.
If you stand or lie down too much, you're less likely to get a low score.
When you can't cut properly, the first thing you should check is the angle. Don't focus on the glass or the blade of the cutter—take a moment to reevaluate how you're holding it.
If you hold it too upright, the blade will slip and the cut will be shallow. If you hold it too flat, it will cut too deeply, making it harder to split. An angle similar to how you hold a pencil is just right.
Until you get the hang of it, it’s a good idea to use a scrap piece of wood to get a feel for the force and angle. After pulling it about 10 times, your hands will remember.
This entry is written in Japanese by Rei Chikaoka and translated for readers outside Japan. If something reads oddly, the original is the source of truth.