V-cut cutter?

Is anyone using the V-Cut cutters and if so, how do you like them. I have tried different cutters but haave not found one I like so I use a punch. In fact, I make the punches out of shell cases. I use a nickel plated .270 or .30 cal case for most and a .40 or .45 cal for some of the larger cigars. For small cigars I use a .223 or even a .17 HMR case. I use a Exacto Knife to sharpen the edge by beveling the inside edge until the case rim is sharp. These work great and are good conversastion pieces. But, I would still like a cutter and teh V-Cut cutters look interesting. Any thoughts?

[neoflex]

I actually prefer a V-Cut except on Torps and Belis. I feel I get a cleaner cut than a Guillitine and I just don't like a Punch for some reason.

Originally Posted by neoflex

I actually prefer a V-Cut except on Torps and Belis. I feel I get a cleaner cut than a Guillitine and I just don't like a Punch for some reason.

What brand V cutter do you use or have used? Any reccomendations?

The reason I like my Punches is that they make a nice cut without tearing. The ones I make stay sharp and don't break or loosen. I hate the punch that comes on the torch type lighters as they seem to come loose and are not big enough and are not very sharp. On my sheels I drill out the primer pockets to almost the diameter of the inside of the case. This gives a place for the debris to go but it doesn't just fall out leaving little cut discs in your pocket or on the floor. Then every so often you just clean it out.

[neoflex]

Originally Posted by mscales

What brand V cutter do you use or have used? Any reccomendations?

I actually use the cheap $5 one I got from my local B&M although a Xikar is on the short list. When I am home I have a stainless table top one that has two different sized holes for the caps. I can get the brand for you when I go back out to the garage.

[MurphysLaw]

I have the Xikar VX V-cutter and it's my go-to for just about any cigar, if you like a V-cut I highly recommend it.

[GolfNut]

Yup, another vote for the Xikar. It's pretty much all I use.

I even used it last night on a LGC Figurado Reserva

[Bill86]

How is that Xikar? Is it cheap plastic or no? I've been skeptical about getting one because they look kinda cheap but command around $40-$45 bucks.

Thanks. I was doing a little research on V cutters and found a 4 place table top cutter. It had 2 cutters for different size cigars that cut a slice and then had 2 V cutters for different size cigars. Looked very nice but they were out of stock. I forgot to bookmark it and so i will have to search for it again.

[Stephen]

Originally Posted by MurphysLaw

I have the Xikar VX V-cutter and it's my go-to for just about any cigar, if you like a V-cut I highly recommend it.

Originally Posted by GolfNut

Yup, another vote for the Xikar. It's pretty much all I use.

I even used it last night on a LGC Figurado Reserva

Another vote for the V-Cut. Bought mine a couple of months ago and use it for pretty much everything now. Love it.

[T.G]

Originally Posted by Bill86

How is that Xikar? Is it cheap plastic or no? I've been skeptical about getting one because they look kinda cheap but command around $40-$45 bucks.

They're very solid with the aluminum and polycarbonate bodies. The Wolf cutter on the other hand, which is where the reverse angle V-cutter blades originated, is plastic and feels flimsy.

[Bill86]

Originally Posted by T.G

They're very solid with the aluminum and polycarbonate bodies. The Wolf cutter on the other hand, which is where the reverse angle V-cutter blades originated, is plastic and feels flimsy.

Goes to show you looks can be deceiving.....I'll definitely look into one of those.

Thanks

[T.G]

Originally Posted by Bill86

Goes to show you looks can be deceiving.....I'll definitely look into one of those.

Thanks

No doubt. It definitely does look "plasticy" in the photos.

There is some blade flex when the unit is fully open, but that's unavoidable as the blade itself is very thin - it's basically a shaped razor blade (not quite as thick as a drywall blade).

The lifetime warranty on the blade makes it worthwhile, as it will probably dull with heavy use. They even planned for it, the cutter can be easily disassembled to change the blade - it has allen screws underneath to open it up.

[Bill86]

That's what my thoughts were, I figured plastic.

I've never V-cut a cigar though so I figure I should give it a shot.

That is true as well, could always send it in to Xikar for repairs.

[T.G]

To me, the V-cut doesn't deliver much differently than a punch. Maybe a slight concentration, definite reduction in flow. Doesn't tar up or get soggy as easily as a punched cigar though.

[bvilchez]

I was debating on getting one myself. Might do an interest thread for a GB on these.