Punch, guilloine, V cut or other

[piperdown]

So take the poll and let us know which type you prefer.

I'll start.

Since I got my Xikar V-cut years ago that's about the only cutter I use anymore. Makes a nice cat's eye cut which I can test out the draw of the cigar. If it needs a bit more draw then I'll cut the opposite way to make a cut that looks like a +.

The great thing I like about the v-cut is I don't have to worry about cutting a shallow cap and having it unravel on me and it works for perfectos too.

[Schatzman]

So take the poll and let us know which type you prefer.

I'll start.

Since I got my Xikar V-cut years ago that's about the only cutter I use anymore. Makes a nice cat's eye cut which I can test out the draw of the cigar. If it needs a bit more draw then I'll cut the opposite way to make a cut that looks like a +.

The great thing I like about the v-cut is I don't have to worry about cutting a shallow cap and having it unravel on me and it works for perfectos too.

I do the same. Xikar now has a keychain version I use all the time.

[bluenoser]

I currently only have a cheap single blade cutter that mauls a cigar as opposed to cutting it, and my sharpened .308 casing punch. The punch has done a beautiful job on everything so far, tho I have a couple smaller sticks it's too big for and a diesel unholy that just won't work with it so they're resting until I get something else. Plan to grab a decent dual blade cutter and a v-cut sometime to try

[Browns7213]

I can't take the poll cause I use a punch and a guillotine equally. Any size over 44 I punch anything under I cut.

[Tobias Lutz]

I punch about anything (including some perfectos and torpedos)

[EricGagne]

Xikar Metal V-Cut for me. I say it's the 3rd best thing humanity came up with, after cigars and scotch.

[steelman]

I can't take the poll cause I use a punch and a guillotine equally. Any size over 44 I punch anything under I cut.

I agree with David. Punch then cut the ones too small to punch.

[jpalamar]

Recently started punching most cigars.

[El Whedo]

I punch anything big enough, and cut anything small... so I didn't vote, like David.

[projectsunfire]

So take the poll and let us know which type you prefer.

I'll start.

Since I got my Xikar V-cut years ago that's about the only cutter I use anymore. Makes a nice cat's eye cut which I can test out the draw of the cigar. If it needs a bit more draw then I'll cut the opposite way to make a cut that looks like a +.

The great thing I like about the v-cut is I don't have to worry about cutting a shallow cap and having it unravel on me and it works for perfectos too.

same here. Hell I'll even use it on a torpedo sometimes. If its a large enough gauge I will sometimes do the x-cut. Since I have been using the v-cut I almost never have unraveling issues anymore

[Redneck_toy]

I generally punch a cigar,then test the draw. If it's still too tight, I'll break out the guillotine cutter. Would love to try a v cut sometime. Hard to justify $40 on something I may not like…

[B daddy]

I like a V-cut but I haven't grabbed for anything but the CC perfect cutter since it was gifted to me. Just had no reason to.

[Redneck_toy]

While we're on the subject, are any of the cheap v-cutters even worth buying. I'd really like to try one before I drop the coin on a Xikar. What's the consensus?

[chris19]

I punch almost everything. I have never tried the V cut.

[theHammer56]

I also punch the larger 52+ and guillotine the 50-'s. BUT - since I seldom smoke a 52+ size, I DID vote - guillotine.

BTW... if it's a Torpedo that takes it over 52, that doesn't count. I guillotine those, too.

[piperdown]

While we're on the subject, are any of the cheap v-cutters even worth buying. I'd really like to try one before I drop the coin on a Xikar. What's the consensus?

Yes. I bought a cheapie for about $8 and that's what made the decision to get the xikar. Still have the cheap one and use it when I'm off and away.

[Mulley]

Is unraveling that big of an issue??? I consider myself pretty noobish and have some cockeyed cuts and have yet to have an unraveling issue.

Only had one unraveling issue and it was the from the first time I used a punch. But I'll chalk that one up to user error. I kind of punched it slow and cracked the cap.

I like a guillotine. Make a cut, cold draw, and either light it up or cut a little more if needed.

[Horseshoe]

XiKar V Cutter! Lifetime warranty and it will work for anything. Any and all cigars. Second choice would be my new XiKar Xi3. Wicked sharp.

Oh the V-Cutter also is a cigar rest. :)

[Redneck_toy]

Is unraveling that big of an issue??? I consider myself pretty noobish and have some cockeyed cuts and have yet to have an unraveling issue.

Only had one unraveling issue and it was the from the first time I used a punch. But I'll chalk that one up to user error. I kind of punched it slow and cracked the cap.

I like a guillotine. Make a cut, cold draw, and either light it up or cut a little more if needed.

Fwiw, I usually wet the cap a little then slowly work the punch in, twisting a bunch. Solved my cracking issues

[snaus]

I received a guillotine cutter as a gift from my wife, so I use it.
Not having ever used anything else besides a razor blade, I am not sure if it is the best method.

[TreySC]

I voted guillotine, but I've used a v-cut a few times and have been wanting to get one.

[piperdown]

I received a guillotine cutter as a gift from my wife, so I use it.
Not having ever used anything else besides a razor blade, I am not sure if it is the best method.

It's all about personal preference.

[Indyhp]

I like a V-cut but I haven't grabbed for anything but the CC perfect cutter since it was gifted to me. Just had no reason to.I have yet to find anything better than my CC Perfect Cutter guillotine.

I tried a friend's V-cutter and don't care for the way it feels in my mouth.

I tried and have no objections to a punch, but don't wish to carry multiple cutters for different vitolas, so it's a Perfect Cutter for me.

[projectsunfire]

I like a V-cut but I haven't grabbed for anything but the CC perfect cutter since it was gifted to me. Just had no reason to.

I would recommend getting a cheapo plastic one to see if you like it. Then get the Xikar. It works great and you can't beat a lifetime warranty. I got mine on cbid for $34.

[OldSkoolTarHeel]

I use my v-cutter whenever I can. I have a bad habit of cutting too much of the cap off. The v-cut takes away my uncertainty. Stuff too small I try to punch. And torpedo's get the Dickman treatment.

[R1100RS]

I vote for the V-cut. HAd the Xikar cutter, but lost it in the recent move. Using guillotine for now, but will replace the v-cutter.

[Lostmason]

I normally use my calibri cutter,but I have a cheapie punch hanging on my key ring.I've had to resort to a box knife and now I keep my backup handy.

[Tombstone]

I prefer a guillotine cut most of the time. But I am not against a punch cut and if I don't feel like carrying a cutter I will bum my friends v cut. I like to do a double cut with the v cut making an x. The single groove does not do it for me, but two is doable.

[Automator]

I voted for the V-Cut. There are advantages and preferences for all types, but with the v-cut, I never get the tar build up that I sometimes do with the punch. And more importantly, with my Xikar v-cut, I can still make a perfect cut after my third scotch!

[HIM]

I punch about anything (including some perfectos and torpedos)

I can see where it would work with some perfectos but how do you punch a torpedo?

[Tobias Lutz]

I can see where it would work with some perfectos but how do you punch a torpedo?

I lick the cap, use a small punch (usually a .22 cartridge), and turn it in one direction only.

[JollyRogers]

I am liking the guillotine cut first, then the punch. My lighter has a pop out punch cutter so I'm able to carry both easily.

[Tony78]

Xikar punch is the first thing i reach for.

[jhedrick83]

It's a Guillotine or V for me depending on the cigar, and mood.

[ChiefIlliniwek]

Right now, my Xikar VX gun-metal cutter rules the world. I got one for Christmas after I lost my Xi1, so I've been down to that and a CC Perfect cutter. Even after I break down and buy a new Xi1, I'll probably stick with the the v-cut for awhile.

[Deke]

If I didn't have a Cuban Crafters Perfect cutter, would probably punch or V-cut. But the Perfect cutter cuts just the right amount.