Alternative To Agbay?

Decorating By AZCouture Updated 2 Nov 2013 , 12:31am by kikiandkyle

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AZCouture Posted 27 Sep 2013 , 5:49pm
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BrandisBaked Posted 27 Sep 2013 , 5:53pm
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ACool. You wouldn't be able to do very large cakes though... but sure beats other alternatives.

I wouldn't never give up my agbay though. :-D

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AZCouture Posted 27 Sep 2013 , 6:00pm
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I have a couple of very long knives, but they'd only work up to about a 11" cake. No, I don't think anyone would argue the value of an Agbay! I don't personally don't have a need for one, or these, but looks interesting.

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sixinarow Posted 27 Sep 2013 , 7:40pm
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Wow -- so smart for only $6. This would blow other low price levelers out of the water. 

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BrandisBaked Posted 27 Sep 2013 , 7:43pm
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AThe lack of a handle though would make it more awkward I'd think...

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sixinarow Posted 27 Sep 2013 , 7:51pm
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It could, although it might depend on how/what you learned to level or torte. I still use toothpicks and a knife :eek: old school, I know..but I'm saving for an agbay!!

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MustangMollie Posted 28 Sep 2013 , 9:24am
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AI just bought a "serious" leveler ... As opposed to the cheapo Wilton wire thing that I had been using. I LOVE it! It wasn't cheap, about $200 for the double blade set up but still not as expensive as Agbay. The shop I bought it from has an online store as well www.caroline's.com.au

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Lasucree Posted 28 Sep 2013 , 11:11am
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cool!! ;-D

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BatterUpCake Posted 28 Sep 2013 , 11:13am
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I still am using the leveler I made which is very similar in function and design to the one posted by MustangMollie. It works perfectly and it cost MUCH less than either Agbay or the one above.

 

Mollie, do the adjustments slide?

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MustangMollie Posted 28 Sep 2013 , 12:44pm
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AYes, the adjustments slide and I can add more or remove blades. One of the best things is that the company stands behind their products. They manufacture it along with other tools and they always say that if I'm not happy with one of their products or if I just don't like it they'll give me my money back (they are not required by law to give 'change of mind' returns or exchanges). Plus they're really great about offering advice and answering questions :)

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Sassyzan Posted 28 Sep 2013 , 12:51pm
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A

Do you have another link or product name I can look up? Tis link is not working for me.

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Krypto Posted 28 Sep 2013 , 5:20pm
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ASassyzan, it is called E Z cake leveler. I watched the video several times yesterday but the link no longer works today. Maybe they are sold out. I tried to Google it but couldn't find it anywhere else. Hopefully they will restock. It's a great idea!

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Sassyzan Posted 28 Sep 2013 , 6:41pm
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AThank you!

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Krypto Posted 28 Sep 2013 , 7:12pm
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AI emailed them and received this response:

"Our inventory of EZ Cake Levelers sold out much sooner than anticipated. We placed another order with the manufacturer, but unfortunately they won't be in until the end of October."

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Krypto Posted 31 Oct 2013 , 11:13pm
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AThey are in stock again! My order was about $8 including shipping.

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MBalaska Posted 31 Oct 2013 , 11:28pm
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AZCouture: Well ain't that just the cutest little thing.  The width is only limited by the length of your own knife.  ( Just like the 8" wide stainless bench scraper you posted, you find some cool stuff.)

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Sassyzan Posted 1 Nov 2013 , 12:38am
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AYippee! Purchased immediately! $8! Can't beat it!

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howsweet Posted 1 Nov 2013 , 2:45am
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That's pretty cool! I just cut my cakes with a long knife, but I might try one of those to see if I might ever want to spring for an Agbay. I love that it doesn't take up much space. Thanks for sharing that :D

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kikiandkyle Posted 1 Nov 2013 , 4:35am
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AI picked up one of these for $16 at TJ Maxx today

http://www.realbakingwithrose.com/2010/11/a_layer_cake_slicing_kit.html

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ellavanilla Posted 1 Nov 2013 , 5:00am
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Quote:

Originally Posted by kikiandkyle 

I picked up one of these for $16 at TJ Maxx today

http://www.realbakingwithrose.com/2010/11/a_layer_cake_slicing_kit.html

 

 

i saw that the other day and i was wondering if it worked. glad i saw this demo! what do you think?

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kikiandkyle Posted 2 Nov 2013 , 12:31am
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AI haven't used it yet, but I'll report back when I do!

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