When I use a guillotine cutter, I gently press the blades against the cigar and rotate the cutter about a 1/4 - 1/2 turn thus slicing the wrapper very slightly. I then press cut the rest of the way. The cut is always clean and perfect never damaging or crushing the wrapper. Once I tried this technique I never looked back.
@jj-hb8cy
27 күн бұрын
I also just used a straight cutter and nip the cap off. My most preferred.
@jordanhal2814
Жыл бұрын
The ‘straight cutter on the table’ method is a great idea!
@johnforetjr6801
9 ай бұрын
Been smoking cigars for 2-4 years now. Used to be deathly terrified of straight until I saw a video on how to properly do it. Pin was confusing at first because I thought you had to take out what was cut but then again, another video I happened across showed me otherwise. I use all 3 cuts, what I use now depends on my cigar and mood. Haven’t smoked a torpedo yet but now thanks to you and your video I’ll be able to not just cut but smoke one.
@joeysaucedo3428
Жыл бұрын
I prefer the V cut because the cap of the cigar can at times be a just a little dry and if you use a guillotine or a punch it could cause the cigar to unravel at the tip though using a V cutter to me will prevent from that happening
@ScorchedCast
Жыл бұрын
V cut, I’ve messed up too many caps lol
@austinbrown5426
Жыл бұрын
Lick the cap just a little bit before you cut and the cap will very rarely crack. Just don't do it if you're using someone else's cutter lol
@joeysaucedo3428
Жыл бұрын
@@austinbrown5426 oh ok Thanks for the tip I will definitely do that next time.
@austinbrown5426
Жыл бұрын
@@joeysaucedo3428 I use a punch a lot and they will crack a cap pretty easily, I've found just moistening it a bit makes a huge difference. Happy to help, that's why we're all here!
@DontBeAGunt
Жыл бұрын
A mature cigar shouldn’t do that. You can also moisten the cap with your mouth and use your own cutter to avoid making anyone angry.
@tonka3439
Жыл бұрын
When the torpedo hits your uvula: "Hey buddy, throw up now!" Made me giggle 😂
@Aaron-up8mk
Жыл бұрын
Biggest cigar I’ve smoked was a 7x70 Ogre and I was grateful to have a punch cut for that. 99% of the time, v cut works for me. I’d never seen the torpedo trick before, that was great!
@user-kt7ff3jw1w
Жыл бұрын
Excellent video, thank you! I've fallen in love with the v-cut over the years and it's pretty much the only cut I use. For this reason I have avoided the torpedo and similar shaped cigars because I always assumed you couldn't get a good v-cut on them. Thanks to this video I'm looking forward to adding torpedo shapes back into my rotation.
@ice319
Жыл бұрын
I learn something new every time I watch these videos from you, Tim. I just bought a box of Oliva V Melanio Figurado cigars, which are shaped like torpedoes on the cap end. I forgot my straight cutter at home, and had to use a V cutter, which I had never used on a torpedo before. I cut it straight, and it was still fine to smoke. In fact I love using a V cutter on torpedoes now. But I didn't do it at an angle, even though I always cut at an angle with a straight cutter. Seeing you do it in this video kinda opened my eyes to a better way of enjoying torpedoes. Thank you Boss!
@Slayem_RS5
5 ай бұрын
I've had my Colibri for about 10 years still cuts clean. 10/10 id recommend
@lordmarco
Жыл бұрын
V cut for life!
@MotoChurro
Жыл бұрын
As a newbie I like to sick with the kiss method. My Cigars Daily order will be arriving today. Just wanted to give a big thank you for the fast shipping!
@millcreekrange
Жыл бұрын
I mostly use a punch. Mostly because it’s built into my lighter and it’s convenient. But I’ll also use a V-Cut at times as well. Especially when I’m out at the cigar lounge enjoying a good smoke.
@jwoodfin1
Жыл бұрын
Tim, love your content brother. Only a few months ago your channel found its way into my feed....I was a non smoker but your advice and knowledge led me to try a cigar.....now my world has changed....this hobby is soooo relaxing and stress relieving!!! I have been missing out on the "brotherhood of the leaf"....this is true therapy and meditation!!! I picked up one of your acrylic desktop humidors and love it...I have also purchased some sampler packs and found some of my favorites. Thank you for opening new doors and experiences!!!
@marvhalsey7544
9 ай бұрын
Very helpful! I use a backstopped straight cutter most of the time. It's got the logo of my favorite cigar lounge on the backstop. Plus I have a backstop from LaGloria as well. Very classic. I also have the JetLine FatBoy with punch, which can actually have 2 depths if you don’t use the locking setting. And I love the cigar rest on it. I'm going to try that Colibi SV! Seems to have the best combo. Thanks, Tim! UPDATE: So I bought the Colibri SV and I love it! Subjectively, the V cut seems to me to allow a slightly richer flavor to come thru the cigar to my pallet. But, the visible difference is that the interior of the cigar stays drier (fresher) longer than a straight cut. The interior of the V doesn't get wet, which definitely alters the flavor. So while I still like my logo backstop cutter, and the built in punch on my Fatboy, the SV has become my Goto at home by the fire. Thanks for all your great content and enthusiasm, Tim!😊
@nathanhawee5373
Жыл бұрын
Im still new to stogies, so thanks for the info
@ishallfearnoevil6156
Жыл бұрын
I use punches on Churchills, V cut on box pressed, and straight cut on everything else.
@jimigrunge
Жыл бұрын
Call me old fashion but I love a straight cut. Currently have a Calibri Double Guillotine with 440 stainless blades that I have at least 800 cuts on and it's still sharp as the day I got it. The black coating is looking almost as bad as that old V cutter you showed but its still cutting great. If I forget that I usually just grab my pocket knife (also 440 stainless) ,which is always kept razor sharp, and use that. My lighter does have one of those punches built in as a last resort but doesn't get used much.
@allsportnj
Жыл бұрын
I have a punch cut on my keychain for when I am out and about, a v cutter for when I am home and a straight cutter is in my bag for beach/pool/barbecue days.
@BLS1976PACHAPTER
Жыл бұрын
I have been going with the crosscut more and honestly I love it
@Sports.Doctor
3 күн бұрын
I'm new so as of now I use Straight Cut but just bought a V Cutter and have not try the Punch but maybe next I will let everyone know my favorite.
@Lonesomerocky
Жыл бұрын
I never use a punch! I don't know how many cigars I've ruined trying. I gave up. I use a V-cut mostly and of course the straight a close second. Great educational video as usual Tim!!! Long ashes to you!
@austinbrown5426
Жыл бұрын
It's very easy to ruin a cigar with a punch unless you have a quality one. The ones built into lighters dull after like 3 cuts haha.. I use a punch more than anything else, you just need a nice sharp one and licking the cap helps as well. If you hold cigars in your mouth because you're using your hands than a punch just feels better and holds up to teeth and drool better lmao
@legalmercenary
Жыл бұрын
+1 on the H-Steel cutter. I'm probably 150 cigars deep on mine and it's still sharp enough to collect a debt. Infact I sold my Colibri V because I completely stopped using it after getting the H-Steel.
@robertfleagle4250
Жыл бұрын
As usual Tim, great vid. I have all 3 types of cutters, straight, v, and punch. I typically use a straight cut. I do like v cutters as well. I usually use a punch if I smoke my cubin sandwich bundles, because I've noticed I get more tobacco pieces from them if I use a straight cutter. Stay safe brother and thanks again for the awesome videos.
@skeeterbone
4 ай бұрын
Thank you Tim. I am just getting into v-cutting from a punch and I have definitely noticed a difference in draw. Thanks for the cutter recommendation too.
@JohnSmith-tz7iy
Жыл бұрын
Straight cut everything and you can never go wrong
@Jerexify88
Жыл бұрын
I got put on the Perfect Cutter a long time ago, so I've used a straight cut for years, but to be honest, lately I've been more and more interested in the V-Cut. It's more versatile... Torpedo? Works great. Big ring gauge? Crown cut. It just seems like it would be really handy to have.
@chrismoody9855
Жыл бұрын
Yeah I've certainly been more drawn to the v- cut over the past couple of months. I invested in the same cutter Tim has. Works great.
@markahdz
Жыл бұрын
V-Cut is my preference, in some cases box pressed cigars are a little challenging but if you take tour time it can be done, also depends on the size of the cigar.
@Shez74
Жыл бұрын
G’day from Australia. Just joined the feed. I use a V-cut by Colibri for most of my cigars.
@coolGrap199
Жыл бұрын
Happy gay day to you too mate! Appreciate the support. Enjoy the cigar
@danielleslie6771
Жыл бұрын
wow tim thanks for the amazing video, as I get more into enjoying cigars I am learning so much information.
@reyboy4284
Жыл бұрын
I started with a straight cut. One time I didn't have a cutter but I had a knife. I was scared to use the knife so I cut a v cut with my knife. After that I found I enjoyed the integrity of a v cut. but I found for some cigars, it didn't provide enough draw. So what I started doing and what I do now, is I use a V Cut, but then I rotate it 90° and cut again. Making a "cross" cut. Feels nice, prevents me from taking the risk of damaging the cap too much especially when I'm smoking and not just sitting there. Sometimes I smoke when I work so this lets me get a firm grip on the cigar with my mouth. Try it!
@johntracy5536
11 ай бұрын
I prefer the V-cut personally because of the mouthfeel and also because I don’t cut too deeply. I usually cut torpedoes on the bias slightly with a straight cutter, but I’m definitely going to try the V-cut for that going forward. Punch is okay but does cause cap issues
@kenklingenberg4680
Жыл бұрын
Tim, as of late, I've been using the punch. But I have V cut and straight cut as well. The punch is now my preferred because I'm lazy and my lighter has a punch as part of the lighter.
@mikeg6666
Жыл бұрын
The punch has become my favorite preference , no tobacco to worry about in your mouth. The only thing I use a straight cutter for is cigarillos....
@EJGentleman
Жыл бұрын
Straight followed by Punch (largest punch for the ring gauge) and the V. I received a perfect cut straight cut as a gift and love it. Deep V cut by Colibri is my favorite V.
@austinbrown5426
Жыл бұрын
I use a punch a lot as well, on bigger gauges I do what I call a pig nose cut, you use a smaller punch and make two holes with a small space between. It looks kinda like a pig snout haha
@HillWatty-hu1rg
Жыл бұрын
Hi!!! I’ll be getting some of your cigars, in the mail, today! I’ve grown to be a big fan of the V cut! Happy Smoking!
@ericwilliams4465
Жыл бұрын
I typically use a deep V cutter. Colibri works great. I use a punch cut when I don’t have it handy as it’s on my lighter. What I do is make two punches side by side to enlarge the draw area. Sort of a “figure 8” look. Work’s reasonably well.
@sticknsip7624
Жыл бұрын
When I buy sticks, I usually buy 3-4 at least of each kind, so that I could try each with a different cut to see if I can taste any differences and note them. But the V is my favorite! Sometimes with the 👑 head cut and thepunch behind that
@theoak64
Жыл бұрын
Viva la Fernandez! Colibri deep V-cut. I always make a crooked cut with a straight cut. I've not done a punch yet. As for lighter i use Eagle torch. Inexpensive and reliable.
@mnmike130
Жыл бұрын
I use them all. I liked your tip on V cutting Toros. Thanks for the tips
@nydieselinfl
Жыл бұрын
I mix it up, and sometimes it’s situational. In my Raptor, I have a Straight Cutter, so that’s what I normally go with while driving, but at the office, I use a punch, since there’s one on my lighter, and the cigars that I keep in my office humidor are normally toros or robustos. At home, I do all 3, wherever is convenient at the time. I have like 20 cutters total, whether it’s a V- cutter , Straight cutter or punch, whenever is in reach, I use. Plain and simple. My wife likes the Straight cutter. To each their own.
@richardheilman4602
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info. I smoke a Toro sized cigar for the most part and use a shallow V cut cutter and cut an X on the cap. I seems to serve mw well.
@chrisg1749
7 ай бұрын
I have been using a punch because it doesn't need any additional hardware other than the punch on my torch, but I've been desiring more draw so I'm leaning towards a V cut.
@austinbrown5426
Жыл бұрын
I used to kinda look down on punch cutting cigars, but it's slowly become my favored way of cutting cigars. It just has a better mouth feel, the cap always remains intact even if I'm holding it in my teeth and it's really hard to get it wrong when you hand a buddy a punch who doesn't know what their doing. I do v cut larger gauges, but my norm is a punch.
@BarberDave
Жыл бұрын
I use them all but more so a punch & V. I do like the draw from a punch
@superman6338
Жыл бұрын
straight cut, cause I haven't tried the other versions of cuts yet, and don't own a different cutter. Still new to this thing. Bought two sample packs from Cigars daily - just getting into this
@sticknsip7624
Жыл бұрын
Get your local tobacconist to give you a different cut on your sticks if you go to a cigar shop/house
@Fortjul
Жыл бұрын
Try the select draw. It's different but I love it
@avaleesdad
Жыл бұрын
Depends on vitola and press. Box pressed demands a deep v cut. Torpedo must be straight. Other than that, it's whatever you're feeling.
@Robertico7316
Жыл бұрын
I go back and forth from v cut to straight cut. I very really use a punch matter of fact almost never lol. I usually us a straight cut for smaller ring gauge cigars on a ring gauge 56 or bigger I go with a v cut. Torpedo I go mostly with a straight cut, but to be honest I've never cut a torpedo with a v cutter that way you did so I'm going to try it. Again thanks for the video like always.
@troyvlahos7991
7 ай бұрын
For me, it depends on the cigar. If it's a large ring gage, I will use a punch, most standard ring gage parejos I use a V-cutter. And for torpedoes, I use the straight cut at an angle.
@mikecunha2823
Жыл бұрын
Great content. Really enjoyed it
@edwardcernecca802
20 күн бұрын
Straight V and Punch for me depending on the cigar.
@BigSeeBG
Жыл бұрын
I'm actually buying that SV cutter after watching this video! I've been holding out on a V cutter because I have that stupid douchey "straight cut is original style" bs mindset sometimes but I love an easy draw so I'm going to give it a try! Thanks Timmy!
@samman623
3 ай бұрын
Saw you on the Whiskey Tribe pairing sticks with whiskeys and i had to come over and learn the ways of the cigar! Cheers 🍻
@cygnusx-1862
Жыл бұрын
Capiest part of the cap???? Love it.
@autotechnica
8 ай бұрын
Nice video.i have all types of cutters but i find myself using the v cutter the most. A lot of loose tobacco leaves get jammed into the bottom though so eventually I'm worried it will clog and prevent the cutter from closing. The straight cutter just requires too much attention. If I'm in my car driving making a perfect straight cut almost always ends badly. My least favorite, like you is the punch cutter. I find it rarely extracts the punched part properly and ends up making a mess when i try to pull the piece it by hand. I vote v cutter. The only downside of a v cutter is not being able to cut down a cigar if you want to save a lit one for later. I know that's a bad practice but it happens so i always keeps a straight cutter around too
@Viking_Kong
Жыл бұрын
I don't really have an allegiance to one type of cut over the others. I tend to mix it up a bit with my cuts. Depending on the cigar I'm smoking, I'll use the Jetline H-Steel cutter, Colibri V-Cut or the Colibri Quasar Punch. I like the Colibri Quasar Punch because it has multiple size punches on the same unit, so there's never an issue with the hole being too narrow. I've never had an issue with cracking caps. I have seen several instances, even in this video, where the V-Cut can apply too much pressure to the cap and crack it though.
@clickboomgaming5712
11 ай бұрын
Ever since I've gotten the colibri SV, I've only used the V side! xD But on some larger cigars when I started back in the day, I may go for straight for a more open draw.
@TexasNationalist1836
Жыл бұрын
What cigar do you recommend for a person who likes dark stouts and Porter beers
@gorefreak1970rb
11 ай бұрын
I like the punch.
@TheEternalFather92
Жыл бұрын
I’ve been using a jet line punch cut torch lighter combo for about a year now. My favorite cut but anything under a 50 ring gauge I’ll whip out ole faithful guillotine
@coolGrap199
Жыл бұрын
Bruh! This is exactly what i needed to hear about. Im smoking a liga privada t52 while you dropping this. Also thanks for dropping this video on gay valentines day. Appreciate the support❤
@jordanhal2814
Жыл бұрын
Gay valentine’s day?
@mikeg6666
Жыл бұрын
First off it's bro , and what the hell is gay Valentine's day?
@richarddangles69
Жыл бұрын
Almost always a V cut guy. Got a xifei 3 in 1 for those times when I need a punch or straight cut. 60 bucks well spent
@AngelRodriguez-gd6qy
Жыл бұрын
It is all about retaining the shoulder integrity. For a press box, v-cut never fails. For a large ring gauge, punch is the way to go. All others, a straight perfect cutter is reliable. Lastly, go all metal. They last forever.
@jockeyjack3367
10 ай бұрын
Mine depends on the cigar. 80% straight cut. V cut on a Cuban sandwich and a double V cut on a box press And a punch on anything around 40-43 gauge
@Frog_man007
11 ай бұрын
I use a standard straight cutter however, I did just purchase a colibri v cutter wish me luck!
@oskycuevas08
Жыл бұрын
Straight cut and depending on the tightness of the roll, a punch also.
@ladariuscooper8816
4 ай бұрын
Crown cut works well for me
@fanofalotofshit
Жыл бұрын
I use the punch on my torch, for larger cigars I double barrel it
@hellreiser6663
Жыл бұрын
Not so much about the taste but definetly the feel. I prefer large but shallow punch cuts
@jakubcerny8650
11 ай бұрын
I am used to do punch cut everywhere I can, it is easy and always on hand, because it is on lighter. When I need to cut torpedo I need to dust off my straight cutter obviously 😁
@billa337
Жыл бұрын
I have them all but find I use the v cut the most. Straight cut any torpedoes that cross my path but almost never use a punch.
@SladekillerOfficial
11 ай бұрын
I use punch. I have done it on torpedos straight on only issue was leaving a tail lol but I had a knife on me and cut the tail off but it smoked grate none the less lol
@BWBParmwrestling
8 ай бұрын
Don't have a cutter yet.. Probably gonna pick up the Palio V cutter you have on your site. Just using my grandpas old case knife for now.
@david894
10 ай бұрын
Another great video. I like this guy!!!
@darthnox2210
Жыл бұрын
I usually go Straight Cut or Rose Cut (Criss-crossed V Cut)
@mmmcccc7910
Жыл бұрын
Haha ! you left an edit at 8:11. Thanks for the videos Tim!
@Bloosee
Жыл бұрын
I've been smoking for 4 years, never actually tried a punch cut even though there is one on my lighter. I prefer the straight cut unless the cap is very round and then I'll grab my v cutter.
@mikeg6666
Жыл бұрын
Try the punch it works excellent and you never have to worry about tobacco getting in your mouth if the cigar isn't rolled tight enough...
@wolco003
Жыл бұрын
WHAAAAAAT!!!!! The Deep V and Torpedo's???? OMG, I know what shape Im smoking tomorrow!
@Chris_5150
Жыл бұрын
I use a straight cut. My cutter is from the Warrior Poet Society. It is the WPS Figaro.
@josecorrea9623
Жыл бұрын
I use a V cutter ❤
@Drathaar01
4 ай бұрын
I've got a 15ish year old Palio straight cutter that still cuts as clean as day one. I've cut hundreds of cigars with that beauty. Probably well over a thousand, really. Lots of hundreds. It's been all over the US and world with me. We're currently in Ukraine... where cigars aren't available anymore. Thanks to Russia.
@shannas7516
Ай бұрын
I mainly use a straight cutter, but I just bought a punch. Now I'm thinking the V is what I should have gone with.
@bradjakubowski8987
Жыл бұрын
I generally use a punch, because my lighter has on built in. And I have never messed up the cap with it.
@burdyo85
4 ай бұрын
OMG THANK YOU! At the end of the video you mention how "many cigars in x,y,z and dominican Republic just kinda hand twist it at the bottom" I visited Punta Cana recently and I bought a couple early in the day but waited until the girlfriend and kids were sleeping to step outside and enjoy one....totally forgot, they took it at the tsa before the flight Almost like a vacation miracle, right as I'm about to bite it, I notice a little leaf ever, ever so slightly frayed from the cigar... I give it a gentle tug and it was like boobs falling out of a bra for the first time. I'd never seen anything like it. Perfectly ready to light without a cutter at all. So of course my dumb ass thought he discovered something new because of course all the cigars did it So I get back to jersey and a couple dozen cigars later I check every one to see if I can unravel it, losing my mind. Becoming unhinged. Wondering if the entire vacation was a dream. You made it right man, thank you
@arturorocha3019
Жыл бұрын
I usually use the straight cut. Once in a while when i go to a cigar lounge they'll V cut the cigar. I didn't mind it but i prefer the straight cut
@chrismorin1047
Жыл бұрын
Great video, as always. I use a double guillotine cutter from Colibri and love it. I am curious about the V cut, so might pick one of those up. Thank you, Tim, for such great content.
@Legendary9612
Жыл бұрын
I prefer a v-cut. Specifically, the Colibri SV cutter in the event I want to do a straight cut.
@peternorman2762
5 ай бұрын
I never understood why they put a cap on. I guess the cousin of the guy who had a cigar factory came up with the idea. - " Hey, ese, why don't you put a lid on all cigars and I'll start manufactoring cutters."
@JimmyYuma7
5 ай бұрын
Hahaha dude was a marketing genius! 😂
@aldemirbaldbeardiful8635
Жыл бұрын
I prefer use the v cut on the box press cigars since the straight cut might tend to damage the corners of the box press the I use the punch for the round cigars 🤙🏼
@Michael-cv1uv
3 ай бұрын
I have quite a few cutters of all types about the house. The one that gets used the most is the $4 Craftsman's Bench punch that lives with my car keys. Go figure.
@BrutusMaximusAurelius
Жыл бұрын
Usually V cut from robusto size and up. Straight cut for the rest. And a punch when I’m on the road and bring my lighter with built-in punch cutter.
@nils0603
5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video man, I just got the exact same SV-Cutter and love it so far I now ordered the Hoyo de Monterrey Epicure No.3 and was wondering if I should use the V-Cut kind of like you did with the torpedo here?
@zenos.5315
5 ай бұрын
The V cut works best for myself.
@jbonhom
Жыл бұрын
Love all the vids and I love the rundown of the different cuts for cigars, but I wanted to mention that you can make a bigger surface area with a punch cut in a pinch. What you can do is double punch the cigar. This is a good way to make a larger surface area on your cigar. If you only have a punch cutter. You can do a punch and a half by punching part of the way into the original punch cut and that will make a larger surface area for your draw. That is a great way to make a larger surface area if the punch cutter is the only cutter that you have with you.
@dailyfocusgaming6830
Жыл бұрын
I usually just punch everything and if it’s a smaller ring gauge like 38-44 then ill typically do a V cut! Rarely do I straight cut but if I do it’s usually on a smaller gauges
@mrthesquid
Жыл бұрын
I switch between a straight cut with a xicar x1 and a v cut with a colibri v cutter. It depends on what I grab first.
@joshdeaktor5827
Жыл бұрын
I’m a straight cut guy, but will occasionally go v cut. I will do a punch as a last resort since my lighter has a built in punch.
@CarniVlog
Жыл бұрын
I ussually straight cut, but sometimes choose a 'double v' or 'cross cut'
@nicholascruz5244
9 ай бұрын
I like the punch cut. Only because I think it’s cool.
@frost68nskate
Жыл бұрын
I don't like straight cuts or punches unless i have to and sometimes a single v is not enough. I'll 99% of the time do an X cut or cross cut or crown cut whatever your preferred name for it is. It's just the best feel for me.
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