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As it's always a topic of how to cut your cigar - I thought I'd show you how I do it all. First up is the cutters I will be using and the volunteer smokes -
My youngest daughter helped by taking the pictures - not bad for her first time using my camera. ![]() In this picture is what I consider the best way to learn to cut the correct amount off. Now I am using an XiKar here but most all cutters will work the same way. Start by opening your cutter and laying it flat on a surface. ![]() Now insert your smoke directly into the center - then snap the cutter shut. ![]() You should end up with a perfectly cut smoke ready to enjoy. ![]() __________________ |
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For the next cut we will prepare a torpedo shape cigar. Here I am using the Palio.
![]() Inserting the tip into the cutter somewhere between 1/4" to maybe 3/8". Remember that you can always cut off more if the draw is not good enough for you. ![]() Ready to go! ![]() |
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Again using the Palio we will do a traditional cut. Just like the first example except no table.
![]() What I am trying to do is to just take off the cap - and nothing more. ![]() Mission accomplished! ![]() Notice how thin the slice is. Again if you have a bad draw you could either re-cut or grab your Henry's Tool - ![]() Last edited by RGD.; 10-15-2008 at 08:08 AM. |
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And lastly is the punch. Mine is made by Donatus Solingen - it contains two sizes of cutters. You simply twist the end cap to get whatever size that you need.
![]() I grasp and cradle the cigar in my left hand, and using my thumb as a guide, position the cutter against it. ![]() Once I get it where I want it then it's a simple twist. I normally go clockwise with slight pressure as it cuts into it. With a little practice you can feel when it goes throught the cap. ![]() Once through the cap, a slight wiggle and the cut part simply falls right on out. ![]() And there ya go. I'm sure everyone has a favorite cutter and technique - but those are mine. Good luck with it all! Ron |
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Great pictures and info. Thanks for the tutorial.
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WOW! I have been doing it wrong the whole time!!! I have been using my teeth
![]() ![]() Great thread. Love the pictures
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I remeber this thread...fantastic post...should be a sticky!
Hey RGD...Put your florist foam to bead conversion post up too! I followed that one step by step to convert my creedos. ![]() |
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Thanks! - I've been cutting off too much ...
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Thanks for the tutorial. I use the table top method with my Xikar too.
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nice work here.
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Very awesome, glad you posted this...next up.... V cut?
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Looks familiar
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That is awesome sir! Thanks for posting this. Where can you buy that punch cutter at? Mine is a cheapo that makes too small of a hole.
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