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I have a Palio (thank you Fox) and an Xikar (thanks to my wife and kids). Both are fine cutters with the edge no pun inteded to the Palio.

To be honest, I use my teeth more times than not.

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I too prefer the punch type pf cut. It allows for maximum smoking pleasure 99% of the time. If the draw is too tight I make a clan cut with a guillotine, but the hole punch is best IMHO. :tu


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It all depends on the setting. If I can spread my chit out, a cutter or punch. On the golf course, it's all about the teeth. :)

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Haters, the lot of them. :r

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For larger rg's I use my Xikar, or a punch.
For my little rg's I have an ancient little V cutter.

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For torpedo ended cigars I cut them but generally I prefer to punch cigars for the neater cut, but if there's too little area exposed I just nibble more off using the punch, that way I get a larger hole but still with neat edges.

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I always use the guillotine cutter, but I am not a big fan of the "Ratters" method.

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Xikar Spectra. One (slice) and done. I prefer easy draws. I'm a patient smoker that really appreciates even burns. 1 draw every 30 secs. to 1 minute is OK for me to achieve a nice, even burn.

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about 50/50 split between palio and punch cutters. had a couple other guillotine cutters, but they don't hold a candle to my palio.

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I use a generic metal punch. I very much prefer the mouth-feel and draw when I punch a cigar to when I cut a cigar. I do cut torpedoes, belicosos and smaller cigars (under 40rg), but I use an El Cheapo double-guillotine. Works fine. I never could bring myself to spend so much for a Xikar or Palio when the $5 plastic one works just as well.

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I have been using this lately. I used to always cut but now I prefer a punch. It is a real Magnum 44 bullet turned into a punch - it works very well.

http://us.st12.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.c..._2029_16652172

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I spend the 40.00 on a palio and was a fanboy for awhile, but as time has gone on, and I have been cutting with the 2 dollar cheapo thats still in the car I've noticed absolutely no performance difference between the too. The palio is nice, but not sure if it was worth it.

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I've always used the guillotine. Mainly cheapo's during the years until my Palio came along (Yes, the honeymoon is still on;)). In addition to the Palio, I will generally use a punch when it comes to a larger ring guage. The NUB comes to mind. I had the privilage of using a Xikar punch when I visited Liberty Cigars in San Diego last August 08 on a NUB, which produced an excellent draw:ss

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Just because you're a poor craftsman does not mean there is a problem with the method.


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:r:r

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I use a palio for most of my cigars. A punch is handy for short filler cigars to keep the filler in the end.

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Here's what I have

http://www.cigarextras.com/ProductIm...X357-black.jpg 1st choice - Love the bigger sized punch on this one.


https://www.thecigarparlor.com/os_Co...xiBlack_sm.jpg 2nd choice - This one only really comes out when I have to take a little more of the cap to open things up.

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Usually depends on my mood. Generally I use a guillotine, but sometimes if I have my v-cutter with me I'll go with it. When in a bind, I always have a punch.

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I use the guillotine on most of my cigars. I own a V-Cutter and a couple punch cutters, but find I usually grab one of my guillotine cutters.
I like the guillotine most because I can adjust the depth of my cut much easier. Sometimes you have to take just a "bit" more off to get that perfect draw and I find the guillotine works really well for this.
I also must admit, I enjoy the ritual of inspecting the cap and where it ends, lining the guillotine just so and the quick snip (sound and feel).
I also prefer the feel a good guillotine in my hand whether it be my Xikar, Palio or any well made cutter.

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I like them all depending on the cigar. I like a nice loose draw so sometimes a punch or V doesn't do it for me. However the punch is nice because i always have it on me on with my keys. I just got a Xikar for christmas and i am not impressed to say the least. Any other feel the same way or know of any tricks with it?