Cutter preference

**labmonkey** · 08-03-2005, 08:36 AM

I really like to use my punch cutter...but some cigars you have to use a DBG cutter. I don't have a v cutter or scissors, so I can't comment on those, but a single blade guillotine SUCKS! I have a couple that I keep around in case of emergencies, because I sometimes misplace the others, but if you are going to use a guillotine, it should to be a double blade in my opinion.

I have one nice DBG and a few punch cutters and they keep me happy.

**Diesel Grinch** · 08-03-2005, 09:32 AM

I like the V cutter the best at the moment.

**Jonsey5484** · 08-03-2005, 09:55 AM

I prefer the Double gullitine cutter. I tried a single blade cutter and I did not care for it all. I have to say though I have never tried a punch.

**55Kingpin** · 08-03-2005, 10:02 AM

Punches work well for me when I have a small ring gauge cigar or one with a very minimalistic head.......other times I use a DBG. The trick to a DBG is to get the blades right up to where they touch the cigar, and then give a quick, yet powerful close of the handles. If the DBG is worth anything at all, and sharp, this method should leave you with a nice clean cut.

Whatever you do, stay away from single bladed guillotines......

**Kenyth** · 08-03-2005, 02:19 PM

Yep, single blades suck. I should know, I'm using one right now. A punch or V cutter won't work on torpedos, pyramids, etc. For a universal cutter, the dbl. blade is the way to go.

**Korean&Proud** · 08-03-2005, 07:59 PM

I have tried the single bladed guillotines and hate em'. The doubles are okay but I seem to tear the wrapper or just get crooked cuts with it, maybe its just lack of skill who knows. I have the Xikar Multi-tool on the way and it has the scissors on it, ill let you know hwo it comes out. over all though I love the punch unless the ring gauge is too big than I go with the DG.

K&P

**Island Epicurean** · 08-04-2005, 07:56 AM

I prefer a good double blade cutter. I just got a new rose wood Double blade Xkiar and I absolutely love it!

**cigar no baka** · 08-04-2005, 10:38 PM

Originally Posted by Kenyth

Yep, single blades suck. I should know, I'm using one right now. A punch or V cutter won't work on torpedos, pyramids, etc. For a universal cutter, the dbl. blade is the way to go.

Hmm, well I use my V cutter on torpedos all the time and so far it has worked well for me. Why do you say they don't , what problems have you had?