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When you go to smoke your favorite cigar you need two things, a cigar
lighter and a cigar cutter. There are 3 basic types of cigar cutters,
the wedge or v cut, the straight cut and the hole punch. Choosing which
cutter to use it based on personal preference and the size and shape of
the cigar you want to smoke. The most commonly used cigar cutter is the
straight and is most always used on a cigar with a small ring gauge.
The straight cigar cutter is the most basic. It is used to make straight
cuts using a sole or double guillotine blade. Most cigar aficionado's
use the double guillotine version because it makes a cleaner cut. The
guillotine cigar cutters are the most practical, can be easily and
safely stored and are the least expensive.
The hole punch cigar cutter is used to put a small hole in the cap of
the cigar as apposed to just cutting it off completely. The hole needs
to be big enough as to not impede the smoke draw. Also, if the hole is
to small it can cause a build up of tar that can affect the taste as
well as the draw.
The wedge cigar cutter or v cutter resembles the guillotine cutter. It
differs in the fact that the shape of the blade cuts a wedge into the
cap of the cigar as opposed to cutting it off. With it's unique design,
this cigar cutter slices from one side and at the same depth to avoid
any danger of cutting too deep.
Choosing a cigar cutter is not complicated. Try all three variations out
and see which one you prefer. Cigar cutters can be found in your local
cigar shop or online. Be sure to read reviews on the various cigar
cutters to help in your decision making.
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