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James · 06-07-2006, 07:05 PM

I have always been lead to believe that cutters with 2 blades are supperior to those with one. It makes sense to me. I was wondering about single blade cutters from companies like ST Dupont, any of there 300-400 dollar cutters that look and feel nice, I assume they will get the job done... right? Is investing in these a good idea (i know they are overpriced, try to keep that out of mind

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xrundog · 06-07-2006, 07:10 PM

I prefer a single blade. How much you want to spend is up to you. More money doesn't mean it will cut lots better. It will just look nice doing it.

James · 06-07-2006, 07:13 PM

I mean I dont want to be spending 600 dollars, but I dont mind spending 100-200 dollars. I have seen some of the colibri 30 dollar single blade cutters. I want something that looks very classy and feels solid in my hand. I like something that feels like (and hopefully is) good quality.

Cloud9Bob · 06-07-2006, 07:49 PM

Look for a single cutter blade made with Soligen steel.

James · 06-07-2006, 10:58 PM

http://www.elighters.com/cocicu.html

What about cutters like the first two. They are about 30 bucks, has anybody had experience with these cutters?

Harleyrider · 06-08-2006, 05:40 AM

IME, single-bladed cutters are more likely to tear the wrapper at the end of the cut than double-bladed. That's not to say that ALL single-bladed cutters will do it, just that they seem more likely to.

PuffTheMagicDragon · 06-08-2006, 07:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Harleyrider

IME, single-bladed cutters are more likely to tear the wrapper at the end of the cut than double-bladed. That's not to say that ALL single-bladed cutters will do it, just that they seem more likely to.

That has been my experience. Could be my technique or could be a low quality cutter, but it tears on the opposite site from where the cut started if that makes sense. I ordered a Cuba Crafters double blade cutter and it should be here this week. It looks top quality and has a lifetime warranty. I will do a review on here once I get it and get a few cuts outta it. For $10, I can't go wrong even if it isn't the greatest.

dralph. · 06-08-2006, 08:07 AM

BargainHumidors.com has an excellent single blade cutter for 4 bucks.

It cuts as well as my Palio...seriously. It has a locking blade, easy to use. Not one single bad cut with it EVER.

I've been tempted to spend more on a "really nice" cutter before, but I know I'd just lose it..and this cutter is better than others I've tried that cost MUCH more.

I was completely surprised by the quality of this cutter.

http://www.bargainhumidors.com/bh/Pr...id=ACC-HAVANAC

Harleyrider · 06-08-2006, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by dralph.

BargainHumidors.com has an excellent single blade cutter for 4 bucks. It cuts as well as my Palio...seriously...

I have one of those. For a budget-priced, single-bladed cutter, I agree it's excellent. However, I can't say that it cuts as well as my Palio. As between the two, I'll take the Palio every time (unless size and weight are critical). I also have a $2 double-bladed guillotine from Holt's, and it cuts almost as well as my Palio, but not quite as smoothly. FWIW.

dylanh · 06-08-2006, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by PuffTheMagicDragon

Cuba Crafters double blade cutter and it should be here this week. It looks top quality and has a lifetime warranty. I will do a review on here once I get it and get a few cuts outta it. For $10, I can't go wrong even if it isn't the greatest.

Works like a charm for me

. Haven't even thought about having to use that warranty, either.

06-07-2006, 07:05 PM	#1
James Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: New York, ny Posts: 161	Single Blade Cutters I have always been lead to believe that cutters with 2 blades are supperior to those with one. It makes sense to me. I was wondering about single blade cutters from companies like ST Dupont, any of there 300-400 dollar cutters that look and feel nice, I assume they will get the job done... right? Is investing in these a good idea (i know they are overpriced, try to keep that out of mind )

06-07-2006, 07:49 PM	#4
Cloud9Bob Contributing Editor Herf Meister Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: New York Posts: 5,365	Look for a single cutter blade made with Soligen steel. __________________ "It takes a long time to understand nothing"

06-08-2006, 05:40 AM	#6
Harleyrider Club Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: New Orleans, whenever possible Posts: 2,077	IME, single-bladed cutters are more likely to tear the wrapper at the end of the cut than double-bladed. That's not to say that ALL single-bladed cutters will do it, just that they seem more likely to. __________________ Vic I'm way too young to be this damned old.

06-07-2006, 07:10 PM	#2
xrundog Contributing Editor Herf Meister Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Central, Iowa Posts: 9,806	I prefer a single blade. How much you want to spend is up to you. More money doesn't mean it will cut lots better. It will just look nice doing it.

06-07-2006, 07:13 PM	#3
James Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: New York, ny Posts: 161	I mean I dont want to be spending 600 dollars, but I dont mind spending 100-200 dollars. I have seen some of the colibri 30 dollar single blade cutters. I want something that looks very classy and feels solid in my hand. I like something that feels like (and hopefully is) good quality.

06-07-2006, 10:58 PM	#5
James Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: New York, ny Posts: 161	http://www.elighters.com/cocicu.html What about cutters like the first two. They are about 30 bucks, has anybody had experience with these cutters?

06-08-2006, 08:07 AM	#8
dralph. Starting Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: probably watching a game...did you check the garage? Posts: 70	BargainHumidors.com has an excellent single blade cutter for 4 bucks. It cuts as well as my Palio...seriously. It has a locking blade, easy to use. Not one single bad cut with it EVER. I've been tempted to spend more on a "really nice" cutter before, but I know I'd just lose it..and this cutter is better than others I've tried that cost MUCH more. I was completely surprised by the quality of this cutter. http://www.bargainhumidors.com/bh/Pr...id=ACC-HAVANAC