My favorite modeling tools #4: Xuron 440 Photo etch cutter

I am currently slogging thru building a kit for review for IPMS/USA. Sadly, it has been a rough experience that I will detail in a future post.  However, one bright spot is that I have found a new favorite modeling tool.  It is the Xuron 440 Photo Etch cutters.  I picked these up at AMPS I think.  They work great.  I generally dislike most photoetch.  I think much of it is useless.  However, when I need to use photoetch, one question is always, “How best to remove the part from the runner and get a clean cut.  Well, these are the answer.  Highly recommended!