What's your preference and why ?
I prefer the punch, except of course for torpedoes or other shapes that make it inappropriate. I always have one on my keyring along with a penknife in the event a cutter is not handy.
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What's your preference and why ?
I prefer the punch, except of course for torpedoes or other shapes that make it inappropriate. I always have one on my keyring along with a penknife in the event a cutter is not handy.
Razor sharp pocket knife,cuts caps and roll in around a torp and the end falls off
None. Wooden or plastic tip cigars only please. Thanks.
What - they don't make a Klein tool to cut cigars? :smiley3:Quote:
Originally Posted by kevin7
See! Told ya! LOLQuote:
Originally Posted by kevin7
Buncha clowns.:smiley36:
I used to be a big fan of the punch but certain cigars like Opus X and Aņejos need to have more of the cap cut off or you stand a good chance of tar which is caused only by a bad cut like from a punch. I've even had Davidoffs tar up when I used a punch so for my better cigars, I use a cutter, even if it's a cheapo.
LOL The facilities guys where I work favor Klein's and I've got a few in my "network technician" tool kit (side cutters, pliers etc)Quote:
Originally Posted by ggiese
I also have a Swiss Army Knife with cigar cutter that I bought from cigarsarge some time back. It's always in my pocket and has seen regular use.
The punch is definitely my least favorite, it never gives a good draw. The regular cutter works for me, and I've noticed that the cheapy ones seem to work best, I don't know why but I get a cleaner cut on my $2 cutter than my Colibri
Almost every lineman I know uses Klein with the exception of Channel Lock slip joint pliers.Nothing better than a pair of 420 or 426 Channel Lock. Klein makes as Coventry Cat would say "tools made for making your living" as opposed to weekend warrior shit
I've been using my pocket knife quite a bit lately as well.Quote:
Originally Posted by kevin7
I have a punch, regular cutter, and a Cuban Crafters "perfect cutter". The perfect cutter is my favorite by far.
Mark
Silly me, I forgot to add...
I regularly use my XiKar cutters (I have two) and they work wonderfully. I very much like XiKar's warranty and how well built their cutters are.
I also have a Palio cutter which was recommended to me by Craig. It does an excellent job on all types of cigars, is very sharp and easy to use, and is not overly expensive.
I keep a cheap cutter stashed in each vehicle, just in case, but those have never seen any use. If I'm out somewhere and don't have one of my regular cutters with me, I generally find out when I go to cut the cigar. In that situation it's faster/easier too grab the Swiss Army Knife out of my pocket than it is to run back to the car/truck to get the one stashed in it.
Xikar for ones that need a guillotine and a bullet cut for cigars that demand that method.
Either my Xikar or a cheapo... never used a punch... sadly. :smiley9:
I use a double guillotine on most cigars but prefer a punch for chisel tips
Punch on a chisel huh? That's about as good advice as telling someone to smoke Gurkha's every day. :smiley21:Quote:
Originally Posted by pontiacfieroguy
The first time someone suggested this to me I though it was a crazy idea but I've done this a few times (use a punch with chisel) and it works fine.Quote:
Originally Posted by TheGreekTitan
I've always used a v cut, and with that the chisel is actually a favorite of mine.Quote:
Originally Posted by CoventryCat86
With the punch, do you smoke it like you're playing the flute? :smiley36: With your recommendation, I guess I'll try it. But, it just seems to me the shape is begging for a v cut.
My late friend Nate had a knack for using his fingernail to slice a cap. Sounds messy but he could make a clean cut
I don't smoke many chisels but I've heard the design is to allow you to pinch the cigar open with your fingers.
Used my punch tonight and it kinda seemed after about 3/4 of the stick nicotine was loading up in the head. Maybe it was just me?? Normally use a cheapo double guillotine.
I use my Kershaw Chive and make a cross cut. Sometimes I will use my Xikar Xi3 Carbon Fiber to cut. I have just about every type of cutter made but never really use them. Has anyone ever tried that Shuriken cutter that cuts six slits in the cigar? That's kinda what I do with the knife.
I keep a punch on my keychain. And a kershaw chive in my pocket.
I prefer the V. But will use the punch or knife depending on which I have on hand
It's tar buildup, not nicotine and that happens because the cut is no good which is what happens sometimes with a punch cut.Quote:
Originally Posted by BowhuntnHoosier
Used to be a punch guy. Now it is almost always a Xikar V-Cut. Never cracks the head or messes up the wrapper on any level. Dang near perfect cut each time. Even works
surprising well on torpedos. :smiley37:
im a fan of the v cut kinda guy personally.