"V" Cut vs. Flat Cut

Ripplingh2o · 09-09-2016, 09:31 PM

With my minimal experience I prefer the V-cut because more of the cap is retained & I seem to get a better bite on the cigar. Of the two V-cutters, I much prefer the one with the inverted blades since it cuts significantly more clean & crisp. Resulting draw is just as good as a flat cut and if I want it open more I can cut a second "V" which becomes a + or X cut.

T.G · 09-10-2016, 06:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Ripplingh2o

Of the two V-cutters, I much prefer the one with the inverted blades since it cuts significantly more clean & crisp. Resulting draw is just as good as a flat cut and if I want it open more I can cut a second "V" which becomes a + or X cut.

Very true, the Xikar/Wolf v-cutters cutters where the cut starts at the base of the triangle / tip of the cap and progresses inward towards the apex (vs starting at the apex and cutting outward) do tend to be much cleaner cuts.

Ripplingh2o · 09-10-2016, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by T.G

Very true, the Xikar/Wolf v-cutters...

Didn't know if I should identify manufacturers, but my Xikar V-cutter is superb!

T.G · 09-10-2016, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Ripplingh2o

Didn't know if I should identify manufacturers, but my Xikar V-cutter is superb!

No problem with mentioning manufacturers or non-Cuban cigar vendors here, unlike many other boards, no sponsorship/advertisements are accepted here.

09-09-2016, 09:31 PM	#1
Ripplingh2o MSG, U.S. Army Retired Join Date: Sep 2016 First Name: Robb Location: Northern Minnesota Posts: 42 Trading: (0)	Re: "V" Cut vs. Flat Cut With my minimal experience I prefer the V-cut because more of the cap is retained & I seem to get a better bite on the cigar. Of the two V-cutters, I much prefer the one with the inverted blades since it cuts significantly more clean & crisp. Resulting draw is just as good as a flat cut and if I want it open more I can cut a second "V" which becomes a + or X cut.