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bctech · 10-14-2005, 02:31 PM

does anyone here know what is the different between XiKAR Xi1, Xi2 and Xi3 ?
how should I choose the best cutter?

eastwood44mag · 10-14-2005, 02:40 PM

2 has the best blades, 3 looks the best and costs most, 1 is the original.

HunkaBurninLove · 10-14-2005, 04:47 PM

I had a X2 but didn't like the feel of the plastic handles. I have an X1 and like the heftier/heavier feel.

mdman · 10-14-2005, 04:51 PM

Xi1 is the Metal Xikar..
Xi2 is the composit Xikar and
Xi3 are the Rosewood, Tech, and other exotic wood cutters.

http://www.mdcigars.com/xikar.htm

bctech · 10-14-2005, 11:47 PM

which one is better ?

bctech · 10-14-2005, 11:47 PM

which one is better ?

rookie139 · 10-15-2005, 04:59 AM

They are essentially the same and is primarily your own personal taste re: aesthetics

Any of them are great cutters!...I've owned all three and loved them all...Now, I currently have two Xi2s

jjmd · 10-15-2005, 05:06 AM

I agree with Rookie. The blades are fantastic on all 3. I have a Xi3 Rosewood that works like a charm everytime.

crgraham32 · 10-15-2005, 09:33 AM

I have the Xi1 and absolutely love it. If you have the good fortune of shopping for this in person make sure to look at the blades though. Some are made in Germany (the better ones) and some are not. I looked at 2 Xi1 cutters side by side, both the same color, and the one I purchased had this printed on it:

SOLINGEN
GERMANY
US Pat.
5937523
US Pat. Des
410109

The other did not. I am not sure where the other blades are made, but the ones made in Germany are supposed to be superior.

rookie139 · 10-15-2005, 12:04 PM

I believe (but not certain) that the newer Xikars has "Made in China (or Taiwan)" on the blades....I'd have to take a look to be sure...I have definitely noticed a substantial difference in quality between them

The Solinger Germany (earlier ones) are much better IMHO

10-14-2005, 02:31 PM	#1
bctech Starting Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 41	XiKAR cutter does anyone here know what is the different between XiKAR Xi1, Xi2 and Xi3 ? how should I choose the best cutter?

10-14-2005, 02:40 PM	#2
eastwood44mag Club Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Chicago.......ugh Posts: 4,559	2 has the best blades, 3 looks the best and costs most, 1 is the original. __________________ I am a mushroom. They keep me in the dark and feed me horse shit. "My cigars tend to attract the kind of women that b#*ch a lot" --N99

10-14-2005, 04:51 PM	#4
mdman Club Member Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Yuma, AZ USA Posts: 4,102	Xi1 is the Metal Xikar.. Xi2 is the composit Xikar and Xi3 are the Rosewood, Tech, and other exotic wood cutters. http://www.mdcigars.com/xikar.htm __________________ Cigars are fer smokin™..! www.mdcigars.com

10-15-2005, 04:59 AM	#7
rookie139 Herf God Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: North Burbs of Chicago Posts: 17,261	They are essentially the same and is primarily your own personal taste re: aesthetics Any of them are great cutters!...I've owned all three and loved them all...Now, I currently have two Xi2s __________________ Ed and his family will always be in our thoughts...R.I.P.

10-15-2005, 09:33 AM	#9
crgraham32 Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Georgetown, KY Posts: 730	I have the Xi1 and absolutely love it. If you have the good fortune of shopping for this in person make sure to look at the blades though. Some are made in Germany (the better ones) and some are not. I looked at 2 Xi1 cutters side by side, both the same color, and the one I purchased had this printed on it: SOLINGEN GERMANY US Pat. 5937523 US Pat. Des 410109 The other did not. I am not sure where the other blades are made, but the ones made in Germany are supposed to be superior. __________________ "The enjoyment of a cigar after a hard week gives me a feeling of well-being and relaxation that a Valium could not match." - Lou Gehrig

10-14-2005, 04:47 PM	#3
HunkaBurninLove Starting Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: The Hotel California Posts: 65	I had a X2 but didn't like the feel of the plastic handles. I have an X1 and like the heftier/heavier feel.

10-14-2005, 11:47 PM	#5
bctech Starting Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Posts: 41	which one is better ?

10-15-2005, 05:06 AM	#8
jjmd Club Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Dallas, Texas Posts: 3,739	I agree with Rookie. The blades are fantastic on all 3. I have a Xi3 Rosewood that works like a charm everytime.

10-15-2005, 12:04 PM	#10
rookie139 Herf God Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: North Burbs of Chicago Posts: 17,261	I believe (but not certain) that the newer Xikars has "Made in China (or Taiwan)" on the blades....I'd have to take a look to be sure...I have definitely noticed a substantial difference in quality between them The Solinger Germany (earlier ones) are much better IMHO __________________ Ed and his family will always be in our thoughts...R.I.P.