Guillotine trimmer with a 13" cut length features an acrylic protective guard that doubles as a secure paper clamp to protect your fingers while ensuring consistent performance. Innovative spring system holds the blade at any angle and prevents it from flying up or falling down accidentally. Guillotine trimmer is German-engineered to easily handle heavier applications. Self-sharpening blade is made of German Solingen steel and maintains a perfectly honed edge every time it is used. Trimmer offers a cutting capacity of up to 25 sheets of paper at a time and is the perfect tool for cutting paper, cardstock and illustration paper.