What kind of cutter/punch do you use? - Page 3

T.G · 11-18-2009, 03:12 PM

I use a Gransfors Bruks hatchet.

Takes some practice and getting used to, but the looks are priceless.

11-18-2009, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by T.G

I use a Gransfors Bruks hatchet.

Takes some practice and getting used to, but the looks are priceless.

I'd like to see a picture of that.

I have a brand new Gransfors Bruks small forest axe.

11-18-2009, 06:35 PM

I buddy of mine gave me this cutter today. I've never seen one like it. 2 sized holes with 2 cutting blades that are connected on one side that acts as a V cutter.

HippoTec is the brand.

Tried his out today on a torp and it cut pretty cleanly. Haven't tried the V cutter yet though.

The blades on mine look a little dull so I figured out how to take it apart so I can try to sharpen it.

Has anyone seen anything like this before?

T.G · 11-18-2009, 08:07 PM

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Originally Posted by kayaker

I buddy of mine gave me this cutter today. I've never seen one like it. 2 sized holes with 2 cutting blades that are connected on one side that acts as a V cutter.

HippoTec is the brand.

Tried his out today on a torp and it cut pretty cleanly. Haven't tried the V cutter yet though.

The blades on mine look a little dull so I figured out how to take it apart so I can try to sharpen it.

Has anyone seen anything like this before?

I have seen those before, but for the life of me, I can't remember where.

jmsremax · 11-19-2009, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by dinder1

I have tried pretty much every cutter out there and now that my stash of Havana Cigar Cutters has run dry (my previous favorite) I use a Cuban Crafters Perfect Cigar Cutter.
For me the Cuban Crafters cutter at $15.00 is a steal! Great clean cut, heavy duty construction, lifetime warranty.

which one did you go with? Also, have you tried their punch cutter? I too were looking at these before and was interested in buying them but I didn't. I currently have a few cheapies that I got when I bought cigars through a local shop.

dinder1 · 11-19-2009, 09:16 AM

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Originally Posted by jmsremax

which one did you go with? Also, have you tried their punch cutter? I too were looking at these before and was interested in buying them but I didn't. I currently have a few cheapies that I got when I bought cigars through a local shop.

Hey Jon,
I use what Cuba Crafters calls their "Perfect" cutter....and so far it has been pretty close to perfect.

11-19-2009, 09:31 AM

I have 3 that I use with regularity. #1 choice is my Palio. #2 is my Xikar scissors (because of the sheath I have for it, and the handiness for nubbing a stick). #3 is my SAK; cuts great, but I just don't use it as much as I used to (before the Palio).

11-19-2009, 09:47 AM

Xikar Punch for every thing that it fits.

Palio for when a cut is needed.

SOG Twitch when none available

slickster81 · 11-19-2009, 10:24 AM

SOG Twitch?

Shaking Old Guy Twitch?

OK, just funnin' ya.

What is SOG Twitch?

11-19-2009, 10:41 AM

Zino Davidoff is what I use. Has been sharp for close to 15 years.

Anyone have a recommendation on something of good quality for larger gauges??? How thick can the Palios cut??

T.G · 11-19-2009, 10:48 AM

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Originally Posted by darkninja67

Zino Davidoff is what I use. Has been sharp for close to 15 years.

Anyone have a recommendation on something of good quality for larger gauges??? How thick can the Palios cut??

Like you, I've been using a Zino for ages, still as sharp as it ever was.

A Palio is my other cutter - I'd say they'll take up to about 54-56 ring.

11-19-2009, 10:49 AM

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Originally Posted by T.G

Like you, I've been using a Zino for ages, still as sharp as it ever was.

A Palio is my other cutter - I'd say they'll take up to about 54-56 ring.

Thanks.

Yeah the Zino is rock solid. I put it in my back pocket and never worry about it. Nice and compact too.

T.G · 11-19-2009, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by darkninja67

Thanks.

Yeah the Zino is rock solid. I put it in my back pocket and never worry about it. Nice and compact too.

Those are pretty much the reasons I'm still stuck on the Zino. Not that the Palio is bad, it's not, it's a great cutter. But the Zino is more compact, less likely to gum up and it's sharper...

Kreth · 11-19-2009, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by T.G

A Palio is my other cutter - I'd say they'll take up to about 54-56 ring.

I've cut a few 60s with my Palio. Obviously, you can't get down to the shoulder, but I usually want to restrict the draw a bit on something that big anyway.
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11-19-2009, 12:43 PM

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Originally Posted by slickster81

SOG Twitch?

Shaking Old Guy Twitch?

OK, just funnin' ya.

What is SOG Twitch?

SOG Twitch

St. Lou Stu · 11-19-2009, 01:04 PM

Palio

jmsremax · 11-19-2009, 01:13 PM

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Originally Posted by dinder1

Hey Jon,
I use what Cuba Crafters calls their "Perfect" cutter....and so far it has been pretty close to perfect.

Thanks for the tip...but unfortunately they are sold out. I will keep my eye on the site for when they come back in stock. The plastic ones I've been using have done the job, but I don't always cut it straight or sometimes cut too much. Time to upgrade.

DPD6030 · 11-19-2009, 02:04 PM

Xikar xi3
Xikar xi2
Palio Camo
Xikar 009 Punch
and the Xikar MTX multi-tool

Bubba - NJ · 11-19-2009, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by darkninja67

Zino Davidoff is what I use. Has been sharp for close to 15 years.

Anyone have a recommendation on something of good quality for larger gauges??? How thick can the Palios cut??

My Zino cuts a LGC Serie R #6 perfectly .

WyGuy · 11-19-2009, 04:39 PM

My Palio is my go to cutter, have a couple cheapies that I keep in the car and golf bag.

11-18-2009, 03:12 PM	#41
T.G Grrrrrr Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: The Other Adam Posts: 15,579 Trading: (37)	Re: What kind of cutter/punch do you use? I use a Gransfors Bruks hatchet. Takes some practice and getting used to, but the looks are priceless.

11-19-2009, 09:31 AM	#47
Wanger Guest Posts: n/a	Re: What kind of cutter/punch do you use? I have 3 that I use with regularity. #1 choice is my Palio. #2 is my Xikar scissors (because of the sheath I have for it, and the handiness for nubbing a stick). #3 is my SAK; cuts great, but I just don't use it as much as I used to (before the Palio).

11-19-2009, 09:47 AM	#48
SilverFox Guest Posts: n/a	Re: What kind of cutter/punch do you use? Xikar Punch for every thing that it fits. Palio for when a cut is needed. SOG Twitch when none available

11-19-2009, 10:24 AM	#49
slickster81 Ein weiteres Bier bitte Join Date: Sep 2009 First Name: John Location: Rochester Hills Posts: 246 Trading: (30)	Re: What kind of cutter/punch do you use? SOG Twitch? Shaking Old Guy Twitch? OK, just funnin' ya. What is SOG Twitch? __________________ Smokin' fine cigars, and swappin' lies....."Long Road Out Of Eden", The Eagles

11-19-2009, 10:41 AM	#50
darkninja67 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: What kind of cutter/punch do you use? Zino Davidoff is what I use. Has been sharp for close to 15 years. Anyone have a recommendation on something of good quality for larger gauges??? How thick can the Palios cut??

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St. Lou Stu Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tim Location: Belleville, IL (St. Louis) Posts: 2,304 Trading: (21)	Re: What kind of cutter/punch do you use? Palio __________________ Pretending to play golf since 1989

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DPD6030 Shepard of the sheeple Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Andrew Location: The Mitten Posts: 7,166 Trading: (151)	Re: What kind of cutter/punch do you use? Xikar xi3 Xikar xi2 Palio Camo Xikar 009 Punch and the Xikar MTX multi-tool

11-19-2009, 04:39 PM	#60
WyGuy Boiler Up! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mike Location: MN Posts: 1,359 Trading: (16)	Re: What kind of cutter/punch do you use? My Palio is my go to cutter, have a couple cheapies that I keep in the car and golf bag.