Guillotine-style paper cutter is constructed with a solid maple base to deliver dependable, long-lasting trimmer performance. Self-sharpening, carbon steel blades cut up to 15 sheets of paper at a time. Steel tension spring keeps the guillotine blade arm in place during active use. Alignment grid & dual scale ruler allow precise measuring. Protective guard-rail safety feature plus a blade latch hook locks the blade for safe storage. Cutter is perfect for shared work spaces with high-volume project, photo & paper trimming needs.