Xikar XV-Cigar Cutter

[JollyRogers]

Item: Cigar Cutter
Manufacturer: Xikar
Name: XV
Type: V Cut
MSRP: $55
Online: ~$40

Recommended: Yes

The Xikar XV is the V cutter to which all other V cutter's are compared. I imagine if you ask most people what the best quality V-cutter to buy they would say Xikar.



While I've found I prefer a standard straight cut, I do occasionally enjoy a V-Cut and I'm happy to have the right tool for that job! I was honestly surprised when I received the cutter and noticed the reverse V on the blade. From what I can tell this is the key to getting clean cut's and why the Xikar is the best out there. One nice feature of this cutter is that one side is concave which allows the cutter to act as a cigar rest, keeping the cigar from rolling away and up off the table.



My one complaint about the XV is that the metal on metal action during the cut is a bit grating, I wish it was smoother. That's not to say that the cutter catches or doesn't slide well, it does. What I mean is that the rails joining the two halves could be polished a bit more so you don't notice that you're sliding two pieces of metal across one another.



Xikar will give you a free "leather" case which I highly recommend getting by filling out a form on their website.

If you want to try a V cut or have been using a V cut and just want the right tool, do yourself a favor and pick up the Xikar XV...it's the best in its class.

[jhedrick83]

The Xikar V cutter is a favorite of mine, I use it 95% of the time. The other cool thing is the concave side is a perfect cigar rest. Nice review, Chris!

[JollyRogers]

The Xikar V cutter is a favorite of mine, I use it 95% of the time. The other cool thing is the concave side is a perfect cigar rest. Nice review, Chris!

You know I totally forgot to mention the rest on this and the X8 cutter. Great feature which I use often! Updated initial post to include mention of it.

[Upstatemax]

I'm assuming this is a self sharpening design?

Do you think the "grating" feel you get from it could be from that design?

I can't imagine that the V blade is going to slide across the sharpener as smoothly as a straight blade can.

[projectsunfire]

The Xikar V cutter is a favorite of mine, I use it 95% of the time. The other cool thing is the concave side is a perfect cigar rest. Nice review, Chris!

same here. the only time I don't use it is with a torpedo...and I have to say even then I consider it. I have been using mine for close to a year and its still very sharp. Thanks for the review!

[Nature]

I obtained an XV a few months back. This is my first V cutter of any type. I did not anticipate that it would become my primary cutting tool.
I definitely prefer the V over a straight cut on the larger RG cigars. And yes, you can use it on torpedos too.

I was not aware of the free case from Xikar. I will have to check it out.

[RenoH414]

@JollyRogers

Chris can you send me a link to the free case? I looked on Xikars site but I can't seem to locate it.

Thanks man.

Reno

[JollyRogers]

@RenoH414 I'll just post the link here for everyone: https://www.xikar.com/warranty/login.asp

Basically you get the case when you register the product for a warranty.

[RenoH414]

@RenoH414 I'll just post the link here for everyone: https://www.xikar.com/warranty/login.asp

Basically you get the case when you register the product for a warranty.

Thanks Chris. I registered it and should have the case in about 3 weeks. I appreciate the help brother.

Reno

[JollyRogers]

No problem @RenoH414

I'm pretty sure both of mine showed up quicker than that. Be careful not to toss the envelope, it shows up in a normal white envelope. The sheath is pretty thin especially when new it could be easily missed with your junk mail. They have fancier sheaths you can buy, but for free, these can't be beat and protect everything especially when carrying in your pocket with your keys.