Is a Xikar really worth it? - Page 2

G G · 01-09-2010, 04:10 PM

If anybody has an extra palio they would like to trade for some smokes let me know.

Kreth · 01-09-2010, 04:21 PM

I think Palio-Xikar is like Coke-Pepsi, mainly a personal preference. Both companies make excellent cutters and back them with lifetime warranties to boot.
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icehog3 · 01-09-2010, 04:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Kreth

I think Palio-Xikar is like Coke-Pepsi, mainly a personal preference. Both companies make excellent cutters and back them with lifetime warranties to boot.
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I agree with Jeff that XiKar makes a quality cutter....I just prefer the Palio, but it is always best to try each (from a fellow BOTL at a herf, maybe), and see what fits best for you.

marge796 · 01-09-2010, 04:27 PM

I think you're right Jeff.

dunng · 01-09-2010, 04:25 PM

I have both, but always go for my Palio!

Don Fernando · 01-09-2010, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by dunng

I have both, but always go for my Palio!

I got nothing bad to say about Xikar, it's sharp, looks cool and they offer top notch customer service, but I like my Palio just a bit better.

floydpink · 01-09-2010, 05:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Don Fernando

I got nothing bad to say about Xikar, it's sharp, looks cool and they offer top notch customer service, but I like my Palio just a bit better.

My thoughts exactly. Thought my Xikar was the coolest thing when I got it, but have never used it since getting my Palio. I might feel different if I had one of those Wooley Mammmoth horn Xikars someone was buying around here last year.

GreekGodX · 01-09-2010, 04:54 PM

I have both (sometimes I think I'm just in cigars for the swag) and I like my Palio better. Just seems it is built better and cuts better. That said I really like the xikar scissors. They are the most compact and do just as good of a job cutting the cigar.
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muhren · 01-09-2010, 06:03 PM

I have a couple Xikars and the lifetime sharpening is pretty darn cool. I already sent one in and it returned ready to go! Only cost of sharpening = $4.80 for shipping. Good deal IMO.

Don Fernando · 01-10-2010, 04:22 AM

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Originally Posted by muhren

I have a couple Xikars and the lifetime sharpening is pretty darn cool. I already sent one in and it returned ready to go! Only cost of sharpening = $4.80 for shipping. Good deal IMO.

Palio offers the same service. When it comes to customer service both companies are the best.

01-09-2010, 10:57 PM

Thanks for all the preferences guys. I'm torn between the two because I like the cool factor of the switchblade action of the Xikar, but I just know that Id like the Palios sturdy design better in the longrun. But hell, I wont be able to afford either for awhile anyway so Ill have the time to think which one is for me.
Walnuts

01-09-2010, 11:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Pauly Walnuts

but I just know that Id like the Palios sturdy design better in the longrun.

There is no need to think of long run in terms of sturdiness, no matter what happens to your Palio or Xikar, you can get it replaced for free at most B&M's on the spot FOR LIFE! As everyone says, it all comes down to preference. I have no experience with Palio's so I can't say anything about it but I do love my Xikar Xi2 cutter. Ever since I got it nearly two years ago I have cut every single cigar I smoked with it(even including dozens of other friend's cigars) without a hitch. One side has started to stick a little bit, so I just took it into my local B&M and got it replaced on the spot for free. In summary, try em both from a BOTL and see how you like each. The Xikar takes a bit of practice but after practicing it will be comfortable and I am sure it is the same story for Palios. Good luck in your decision, you can't go wrong!

elderboy02 · 01-09-2010, 11:25 PM

I use a Palio and I love it. I used to use a Xikar, but it seemed to wobble when cutting b/c it is hard to control when applying pressure b/c there are no finger holes like the Palio has.

Wharf Rat · 01-10-2010, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by elderboy02

I use a Palio and I love it. I used to use a Xikar, but it seemed to wobble when cutting b/c it is hard to control when applying pressure b/c there are no finger holes like the Palio has.

The easy way to use a Xikar is to lay it on the table. You hold the cigar vertically with the cap resting on the table and snip.

I have no experience with Palio, but have nothing but good things to say about my Xikar which I've had at least 5 years.

01-10-2010, 09:39 AM

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Originally Posted by elderboy02

I use a Palio and I love it. I used to use a Xikar, but it seemed to wobble when cutting b/c it is hard to control when applying pressure b/c there are no finger holes like the Palio has.

Nothing wrong with either cutter...unless you have my problem...getting your thumb stuck in the Palio.

Which is why I stick with a Xikar...no fingers or thumbs getting stuck!!

Pilon · 01-09-2010, 11:48 PM

I have a Xikar MTX Tool I bought for $40. Love it.

01-10-2010, 01:31 AM

I have both, and I prefer the Palio slightly over the Xikar. They're both great cutters though.

-Mark.

Neuromancer · 01-10-2010, 04:23 AM

Xikars are great... I have a few of them...also have a Palio...Palio is a shade better but they're both top-of-the-line cutters...you'd be good to go with either...

01-10-2010, 07:44 AM

I own a Palio. The only Xikar that I'd probably consider having, would be the Multi Tool. But even then...the Palio does everything I could ask of a cutter...so there's no need to buy another. Sept maybe another Palio in Black.

rlmedic · 01-10-2010, 07:50 AM

I have the Xikar and love it! Its action became a little sticky after years of use sent it to them and they sent me a brand new one with less then 1 week turn around. I have a used the Palio and I have to say I like the feel and action better on the Xikar

01-09-2010, 04:10 PM	#1
G G BR549 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: Taylor, FL. Posts: 12,751 Trading: (10)	Re: Is a Xikar really worth it? If anybody has an extra palio they would like to trade for some smokes let me know.

01-09-2010, 04:21 PM	#2
Kreth Ronin smoker Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Jeff Location: Oneonta, NY Posts: 3,620 Trading: (14)	Re: Is a Xikar really worth it? I think Palio-Xikar is like Coke-Pepsi, mainly a personal preference. Both companies make excellent cutters and back them with lifetime warranties to boot. Posted via Mobile Device

01-09-2010, 04:27 PM	#4
marge796 It Just Doesn’t Matter!!! Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Chris Location: Topeka KS Posts: 1,624 Trading: (28)	Re: Is a Xikar really worth it? I think you're right Jeff. __________________ “Don’t talk to me about naval tradition. It’s nothing but rum, sodomy and the lash.” -Sir Winston Churchill

01-09-2010, 04:25 PM	#5
dunng MassHole Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Greg Location: MassHole Posts: 4,719 Trading: (59)	Re: Is a Xikar really worth it? I have both, but always go for my Palio! __________________ MassHole Banter

01-09-2010, 04:54 PM	#8
GreekGodX Opa!! Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: Christos Location: 7 Line Posts: 4,894 Trading: (82)	Re: Is a Xikar really worth it? I have both (sometimes I think I'm just in cigars for the swag) and I like my Palio better. Just seems it is built better and cuts better. That said I really like the xikar scissors. They are the most compact and do just as good of a job cutting the cigar. Posted via Mobile Device

01-09-2010, 06:03 PM	#9
muhren The Cigar Artist Join Date: Sep 2009 First Name: Mike Location: Ohio Posts: 1,268 Trading: (43)	Re: Is a Xikar really worth it? I have a couple Xikars and the lifetime sharpening is pretty darn cool. I already sent one in and it returned ready to go! Only cost of sharpening = $4.80 for shipping. Good deal IMO.

01-09-2010, 10:57 PM	#11
Pauly Walnuts Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Is a Xikar really worth it? Thanks for all the preferences guys. I'm torn between the two because I like the cool factor of the switchblade action of the Xikar, but I just know that Id like the Palios sturdy design better in the longrun. But hell, I wont be able to afford either for awhile anyway so Ill have the time to think which one is for me. Walnuts

01-09-2010, 11:25 PM	#13
elderboy02 Lets Go Buckeyes! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dan Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 12,521 Trading: (133)	Re: Is a Xikar really worth it? I use a Palio and I love it. I used to use a Xikar, but it seemed to wobble when cutting b/c it is hard to control when applying pressure b/c there are no finger holes like the Palio has.

01-09-2010, 11:48 PM	#16
Pilon Feelin' the Love Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Travis Location: Tiverton, RI Posts: 888 Trading: (49)	Re: Is a Xikar really worth it? I have a Xikar MTX Tool I bought for $40. Love it.

01-10-2010, 01:31 AM	#17
Roland of Gilead Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Is a Xikar really worth it? I have both, and I prefer the Palio slightly over the Xikar. They're both great cutters though. -Mark.

01-10-2010, 04:23 AM	#18
Neuromancer Will work for Boli GM's Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Marc Location: Lost in translation...near Newnan, GA Posts: 1,417 Trading: (23)	Re: Is a Xikar really worth it? Xikars are great... I have a few of them...also have a Palio...Palio is a shade better but they're both top-of-the-line cutters...you'd be good to go with either... __________________ "...pipe smoking is properly an intellectual exercise." ~ Christopher Morley, 1916

01-10-2010, 07:44 AM	#19
klipsch Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Is a Xikar really worth it? I own a Palio. The only Xikar that I'd probably consider having, would be the Multi Tool. But even then...the Palio does everything I could ask of a cutter...so there's no need to buy another. Sept maybe another Palio in Black.

01-10-2010, 07:50 AM	#20
rlmedic Still Watching My Back Join Date: Dec 2009 First Name: Ryan Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 130 Trading: (5)	Re: Is a Xikar really worth it? I have the Xikar and love it! Its action became a little sticky after years of use sent it to them and they sent me a brand new one with less then 1 week turn around. I have a used the Palio and I have to say I like the feel and action better on the Xikar