Godofgravity

I've used both and own a Xikar. Both work really well but I prefer my Xikar for one reason; Palio's just don't seem to handle a larger ring gauge stick as well. The opening in them is rather small, IMO, and for larger sticks the Xikar works much better. I know a lot of people prefer their larger cigars punched, but if you like 'em cut like I do I think the Xikar is the way to go.