Is there really a difference?

[the nub]

If you're $5 cutter is sharp and working fine, I'd use that. I have a single blade 'Havana' cutter with the spring lock. It was free but sells for about $1. I've perfectly cut a few thousand cigars with that over the last 8 or 9 years. IMHO, the Xicar is a poor design. The blade thickness and chamfer almost guarantees a bad cut. It creates a 'step' across the cutting area. I've yet to see someone cut cleanly through a cigar with that- most of my smoking buddies have one and they (used to) swear that it was a great cutter. I can't understand why. I used to laugh at them (jokingly) with the ragged cuts they'd get from it. And it would be a crappy cut nearly all the time from different guys with their own Xicar. I'd let them use my cheapo cutter and they'd be amazed at how well it cut.

If you're $5 isn't working for you, then I'd recommend the Palio. Super sharp blade that cuts great.

[poker]

If not wanting to spend a lot of money, I agree that the Havana single blade cutter is one of the best out there. Its small, cuts clean, spring loaded, and simply works. I also remember they are a were about a buck or so.



I cant find anyplace that has them anymore except for these guys but its about 5 bucks each unless you buy in quantity:

http://www.cigarextras.com/index.asp..._campaign=broi

[NCRadioMan]

Originally Posted by poker

If not wanting to spend a lot of money, I agree that the Havana single blade cutter is one of the best out there. Its small, cuts clean, spring loaded, and simply works. I also remember they are a were about a buck or so.



I cant find anyplace that has them anymore except for these guys but its about 5 bucks each unless you buy in quantity:

http://www.cigarextras.com/index.asp..._campaign=broi

I've used mine for three years and it still makes a perfect cut!

I use the havana cutter 99% of the time but if I had to choose between Palio and Xikar, I would go with the Palio. Both are great cutters.