OLFA has been quoted as being "the best cutting tools in the world" by many of the OLFA cutting tool users. Founded in 1956 by Mr. Y. Okada OLFA have been defining cutting tools decade by decade and continue to be the best made cutting tools in the world, and this doesnt stop there... contintueing on from cutters OLFA also produse these self healing heavy duty cutting mats that match there cutting tools pound for pound in quality and reliability. This OLFA cutting mat is ideal for all your cutting needs.