This might be blasphemous

[Agentskull]

Between getting quality smokes and everything else I have yet to purchase a cutter. Most of my smoking is done in my garage I end up using my razor knife. This works great for now, but it will be nice to finally get a cutter so I can feel less foolish we I make it to my local b&m. It will be so nice to smoke in a heated environment.

 

[mdwest]

Send me an address in a PM.... We'll get your cutter problem solved right away...

 

[Robertsndr68]

There's a guy at one of my local b&ms that uses a bad ass, super sharp blade to Vcut his cigars. So it's not as outlandish as you think my friend.

 

[Agentskull]

too cool. just wanted share a little newbie story. we all have had them I am sure. just keeping the hobby within a budget. "even the crudest tool severs a purpose"

 

[timj219]

That takes me back. I used a utility knife when I started too. It worked OK but I think you'll like the cutter. Definitely safer especially if you enjoy an adult beverage with your cigar. :wink:

 

[njstone]

Whatever works! I sometimes just bite the end off, Castro style.

 

[Agentskull]

I have been known to have a drink or two. Usually after the cutting is done but not always.

 

[UtahRootBeer]

I would also say to get in on the newbie trade, odds are you will get one in your kit. plus if mdwest doesn't get you i will offer up a cutter also.

 

[javajunkie]

screw it, they're YOUR smokes, as long as you get to enjoy them, no harm no foul. hell, we all have out little rituals and habits that make it more our own. o)

 

[mistaforty]

You only look foolish with a dull blade and you hack the stick to pieces and I've seen some cutters dull/not work well also. I have a cold steel and a benchmade that I maintain the edges on and they go right through for a clean guillotine type cut. I don't hesitate to use them if I don't have a cutter... Lol You have to practice tho so it looks second nature

 

[mdwest]

small "starter kit" is in the mail

 

[mistaforty]

small "starter kit" is in the mail

Starting to learn what that means lol ...cool

 

[Alwayslit]

You only look foolish with a dull blade and you hack the stick to pieces and I've seen some cutters dull/not work well also. I have a cold steel and a benchmade that I maintain the edges on and they go right through for a clean guillotine type cut. I don't hesitate to use them if I don't have a cutter... Lol You have to practice tho so it looks second nature

Winner!!

 

[Robertsndr68]

small "starter kit" is in the mail

Skull you're in for it now haha

 

[mdwest]

I was actually very nice lol...

just a simple cutter.. a punch.. and a ronson torch...

Didnt want to be perceived as picking on the new guy.....


(well.... if Im truthful... there might be another item or two in there as well ....)

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[Agentskull]

your awesome. thanks

 

[Fnord]

It took me a while to get a cutter as well. Used to just have everything cut at the shop when I bought it (only one at a time within a few days of smoking). But, when I bought a humidor, I got a cheap $5 cutter that works well. I will eventually upgrade, but its good for now. Also, the Ronson torch is good to have. Cheap but effective.

 

[timj219]

Whatever works! I sometimes just bite the end off, Castro style.

I usually only try this with a pigtail

 

[UtahRootBeer]

sorry to hijack but where do you get the ronson lighters at? im looking to get a bunch for this exact same thing.

 

[mdwest]

Both Walgreens and CVS pharmacy carry them around here for less than $5... Honestly they are a great little torch for the money...