Sorry I don't have a link. I think they have quit making that model. I picked mine up about 5-6years ago on c-bid for $13.00! Haven't seen them in a while, sorry.
Best Cutters?
- Thread starter Nickerson
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I acquired a Cuban Crafters Perfecto cutter a couple months back & haven't used anything else since. It's stainless steel, well-built, and virtually idiot-proof - which makes it a great choice for me! :blob:
Xikar xikar xikar
I forgot that you asked about big ring gauge cutters. I got a Colibri Slyce specifically to handle big cigars. They say it can cut up to a 64 RG, and I suspect you could actually go a bit bigger if needed. I don't use it all the time, but so far, so good..
Herfin' Harg
BoM March 2012
I have a faux-walnut Palio guillotine, one of the aluminum teardrop xicars, and a pair of xicar mtx multitool/scissors.
I rarely use the teardrop xicar, even though I like the design and it has great blades, as it feels clunky in my hand, and I have a hard time getting the cut "just right" with the spring-action working against me. It's also a little heavy/clunky to have riding around in your pocket, but that's my fault for picking up the one with the metal casing.
Blades on the Palio are just as good, and I find it easier to use than the Xi. Also, it has a curvature to the plastic that allows you to rest your stick on it, if you find yourself without a cigar-sized ashtray. It's lightweight, and the profile is slim even in the protective case. I also like the larger-than-average thumbholes, as I'm a big fella with a "mickey mouse-esque" set of man-hands.
But more than anything, I tend to use the multitool. The blades are sturdy, every bit as sharp as the others (which, again, are all quality blades, imo), and I like the smoothness that I can get from cutting with the scissors. Admittedly, the tools on the thing are pretty much worthless, but I'm sure one of these days I'll find a use for the screwdriver. The thing is very small when folded, lightweight, and seems quite durable. They're not great for cutting anything north of a 55rg, but I tend to expect that with any cutter. (As an aside, I regularly see them posted for $25/free ship on www.cigarmonster.com, where the others tend to retail in the $40-50+ range.)
All of these cutters have great "no-hassle" warranties, and I'd recommend any of them. It's really just a matter of what feels best for you.
I rarely use the teardrop xicar, even though I like the design and it has great blades, as it feels clunky in my hand, and I have a hard time getting the cut "just right" with the spring-action working against me. It's also a little heavy/clunky to have riding around in your pocket, but that's my fault for picking up the one with the metal casing.
Blades on the Palio are just as good, and I find it easier to use than the Xi. Also, it has a curvature to the plastic that allows you to rest your stick on it, if you find yourself without a cigar-sized ashtray. It's lightweight, and the profile is slim even in the protective case. I also like the larger-than-average thumbholes, as I'm a big fella with a "mickey mouse-esque" set of man-hands.
But more than anything, I tend to use the multitool. The blades are sturdy, every bit as sharp as the others (which, again, are all quality blades, imo), and I like the smoothness that I can get from cutting with the scissors. Admittedly, the tools on the thing are pretty much worthless, but I'm sure one of these days I'll find a use for the screwdriver. The thing is very small when folded, lightweight, and seems quite durable. They're not great for cutting anything north of a 55rg, but I tend to expect that with any cutter. (As an aside, I regularly see them posted for $25/free ship on www.cigarmonster.com, where the others tend to retail in the $40-50+ range.)
All of these cutters have great "no-hassle" warranties, and I'd recommend any of them. It's really just a matter of what feels best for you.
smokingIsh
BoM July '09
Here is a link to the SAK I currently use. I like it best out of all the cutters I have.
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They have a model that is just a knife, cutter, and possibly a nail file. Much thinner than that one.
I'm a fan of the original Davidoff double-blade cutter (and I've tried or used most of the cutters on the market).
But the cutter that I think is the best is the Paul Garmirian single blade cutter. It's super sharp and does a great job.
But the cutter that I think is the best is the Paul Garmirian single blade cutter. It's super sharp and does a great job.
SurpriseMVP
Mike
Have been using xikar for the last 5 years. Over the last year the mtx scissors. I keep them on my key chain and love them. I recently bought a palio because everyone here seems to like them a lot. The Palio hands down is the best cutter I've ever used.
I've been using Xikars but got a Palio after reading so many reccommendations and must say I do still prefer my Xikars. I find more resistence with the cut when using the Palio, whilst the Xikars give a nice easy action.
Could be that I am just so used to the Xikars, but they work better for me.
Could be that I am just so used to the Xikars, but they work better for me.
cmhicksusmc
Corporal/USMC
I've hot xikar xi1, xi2 and x8. In the market for a v cutter though.