How much do you cut off of a tapered head?

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Originally Posted by TreySC

Never tried it myself but you can also do the dickman cut on a torpedo. Which is cutting at an angle

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The last thing I want in my mouth is a dickman cut.... just sayin'.... not that there's anything wrong with that.

Cool, thanks for the responses!

I've been using the Dickman cut lately. Haven't had to spit yet....

I use a V cutter on those tips. It works great and you don't have to worry about cutting to much.

I cut mine with my pocket knife, I keep a sharp edge so it slices them nicely

I generally cut it to a 44rg-ish opening. Small enough that I get the benefit of a funneled draw, but large enough to fit my comfort level. Honestly though, I'm not a major fan of torps. Nothing against them, I'd just prefer a straight-up 46-50rg than a 52 or 54rg that's funneled down.

2-3 cuts from my Perfect Cutter. I check the draw after 2 cuts and if it needs more I give it 1 more cut.

I guess i use the "Dickman" cut..didnt know what it was called just a diagonal cut that opens up a torp shaped cigar for easy draw..

I also use a v-cutter if its close by..


The Troll

haven't tried a vcut but will give it a go on my next toropedo. I usually cut off about 3/8 of an inch from the tip of a torpedo, check draw, and if needed cut some more.

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Originally Posted by Horseshoe

I normally cut off 1/4 of an inch on torpedoes. Cut small, check draw, cut as needed and stay as far away from shoulder as you can.

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^^Yes. This.^^