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Old 08-14-2009, 12:12 PM   #1
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Do many of you use a cigar punch? (I know Palio is the right answer here ). But I'm thinking of getting a punch to keep on my key ring, and was wondering how many BOTL's use them. Any brand preferences?
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Old 08-14-2009, 12:18 PM   #2
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i like to punch cubans
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Old 08-14-2009, 12:19 PM   #3
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i like to punch cubans
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Old 08-14-2009, 12:20 PM   #4
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Old 08-14-2009, 12:25 PM   #5
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I like my colibri punch and my xikar 009
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Old 08-14-2009, 12:27 PM   #6
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Nub man diddnt like it very much though

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Old 08-15-2009, 08:33 PM   #7
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thats great
but seriously I use one thats built into a pen that my boss gave me or a $5.00 punch since I rarely use one
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Old 08-15-2009, 08:35 PM   #8
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I carry a cheap punch on my key chain.

I prefer to punch short filler cigars.
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Old 08-15-2009, 08:46 PM   #9
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I just got a Xikar puncher that I use on my key ring. I believe I got the thing for about $30. I'm sure you can find them cheaper if you look around. Or you can save yourself some money and just bite the thing off.
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Old 08-15-2009, 09:01 PM   #10
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When I first started seriously smoking cigars, I used a punch almost exclusively. No I only use one on the larger ring gauge sticks that won't fit in the Palio. Some cheap little thing I picked up from CI.
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Old 08-15-2009, 09:04 PM   #11
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Hey Warren,
I just got one of these Xikar mutitools from Bao.
It fits great on my keychain and it's very durable, handy, and works great.
I had a whole pile of punch cutters and I just gave them away. I think I sent them all to Chas.
They really incredibly suck. Seriously. They're heavy in the pocket and clunky, too.
I think you'd very much enjoy the multitool if you want a keychain cutter.
They look incredibly huge, but they fold up smaller than a pack of matches.
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Old 08-16-2009, 05:37 AM   #12
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I use a punch probably 10 to 1 and the one is a belicosos. I just prefer the punch as I rarely get bits of tobacco in my mouth and the head stays firm throughout the smoke.

I have an 07 and an 09 Xikar punch and they are nice. However, the punch I use the most is a cheap on from CI (I actually get them on cBid). The are called a rubberized punch or something like that. It is very small, light and cheap. I think they are usually about $4 for a two pack on cBid. It also has a slightly smaller core than most other punches.
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Old 08-16-2009, 06:35 AM   #13
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I have a Xikar 008 punch. It's has a larger punch than most of the others I've seen. I really like it. I tend to punch smaller RG sticks rather than the larger ones. With a corona size, and the 008 it's almost like cutting the complete cap.

I would say I used it about 40% of the time. It doesn't take the place of the palio.
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Old 08-16-2009, 07:16 AM   #14
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I use a Xikar 008 punch probably 90% of the time. The 008 has a fairly large bore that allows a good draw. I also have a couple of cheap punches I use when I'm traveling.

The only problem I run into is when I occasionally leave the house with a torpedo, and forget to bring a cutter with me. I've done that at least three times in the last year.

Those are the times I'm glad I also carry a sharp pocket knife.

As far as the Palio, I have one, use it the other 10% of the time, but usually just prefer a punch. Different strokes, ya know.
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Old 08-16-2009, 02:27 PM   #15
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I have a Xikar 08 that I enjoy. I started punching with a cheap, platic punch from JR, though. It worked fine, but eventually it will lose the bumps that hold it together, and get lost. Fortunately, they are cheap enough to buy a new one whenever needed.

I will punch just about any larger rg parejo stick. I will even punch the occasional PC.
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Old 08-16-2009, 02:40 PM   #16
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I use my xikar 009 Punch all the time and I love it! Lifetime warranty to with no questions asked!
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Old 08-16-2009, 02:43 PM   #17
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I use my xikar 009 Punch all the time and I love it! Lifetime warranty to with no questions asked!
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Old 08-16-2009, 02:45 PM   #18
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Old 08-17-2009, 05:15 PM   #19
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I'm another fan of the Xikar punch. I punch the majority of cigars because I find it helps keep the loose bits of tobacco in the cigar and out of my mouth.
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Old 08-17-2009, 10:52 PM   #20
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I've had a Xikar 007 punch for a few years now and it is OK. The twisting motion can sort of stick and depending on how you carry it around (on a key chain for example) it can open somewhat on its own and expose the blade. I've also used the 008 and 009 xikar punches and feel they are a better design and would highly recommend both.
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