Jesse Lackey wrote:
>
> Hello all,
>
> I've been making my first few pcbs, using an iron-on method (laserprint
> to special paper) and they're looking sharp.
>
> But cutting them is a royal pain.  I use a hacksaw and its basically
> impossible to get a straight cut (maybe I need a new/better hacksaw).
> And it takes forever.


Try a handheld "nibbler" sold for sheet metal use.
They are really quick and handy on pcbs and can be used
even on a pcb with components in. But you do lose about
1/4 inch of board. I use mine all th time for pcbs and
front panels.
-Roman

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