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Cutter and Lighter
Christian_Sapp
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OK so my girlfriend asked me what i want for christmas and i have no clue i kinda want some bad ass accessories but i dont know to much about them. What would be a good cutter and a good lighter and any other accessories you guys think are good to have or if you have any other ideas for christmas thanks guys!
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Mine is the Rocky Patel lighter, it isn't going win a beauty contest but the damn thing lights every time I need it to.
For the cutter, I suggest Xikar xi2 or any of the Palio cutters. For lighters...depends on if you want a torch or soft flame. For torch, my Rocky Patel Executive triple torch is great. For soft flame, I suggest the Xikar EX. Just remember to use triple filtered butane or better. I use the Vector quintuple filtered butane. It's basically impurity-free, so less chance of the lighter clogging.
ok thanks, if you could pick one of those lighters out of all the ones you said which one would it be? is the fiber glass body better then the metal body for cutters?
As for a lighter, a XiKar is as good as it gets, especially given the potential for necessary repairs on a torch.
For lighters, I always recommend the Ronson Jetlite. Truly a great lighter for dirt cheap. After that, I recommend Xikar. They still have the problems that plague jet lighters from time to time, but their warranty is the best. If it ever fails to work to your satisfaction, return it to them or a dealer and they will swap it out, no questions asked.
If you are looking at important accessories, might also think about a nice cigar caddy or herf-a-dor. My advice with these is go larger than you think you might need. I have a 2, 5 and 15 stick holders and sometimes I load them all up at the same time if I am going somewhere for a while or to a party, tailgate, etc where I might be giving out a decent number of cigars. Always better to have a variety to choose from and bring some back home than not really feeling like anything in the caddy.
I would agree with One2 above, the Palio cutter is outstanding. The quality of the blade steel and precision of the cut is outstanding. I did a lot of research before my decision and read a lot about the Xicar cutters having problems with a spring. They replace it but you have to send it back. And I found a deal on the Palio that also included included a chrome cigar stand. Handy when only a shallow cigarette ashtray is offered.
As far as lighters, I've had no luck with any of the gentlemans lighters. And I have a few. Had a Lotus 11 Pipe Lighter I dropped at the local cigar bar. It broke into a bunch of pieces but I was able to piece it back together to the point it still worked. Returned it to Lotus for repair only to be told the model was discontinued and unrepairable. A comparable replacement was offered but it was defective also. Returned it and had it replaced by a Lotus 9 with an aluminum Lotus ashtray for my inconvenience. The ashtray works great but after trying different fluids (Lotus, Xicar, Ronson) the lighter won't ignite even when trying to catch flame off a Bic. Purge all you want! A real shame as it is a beautiful lighter with a $90 MSRP price tag. Glad I didn't pay that for it, but their customer service was outstanding.
Personally I have given up on carrying a gentlemans lighter, and will continue to use a wooden match, a Bic, or a cedar splint if available.
IMHO a good cedar-lined cigar case is a must. I have 2. A 3-stick from Cohiba, and a 4-finger from Perdomo. When I go out I usually slip a small Broveda humidification bag in the case too as a safeguard. I keep a couple in my humi I reuse just as a safety-precaution. Don't want anything drying-out. When traveling I use a simple tupidor with some propylene glycol or some Brovedas for humidification control.
Hope this helps (_(cac)___}}}~As for lighters I bought a nice triple flame that has a punch on the bottom and a window to see the fuel. It's also ergonomic and fits my hand nicely. No name brand on it but it works everytime when there is fuel in it...lol just ask the guys from Ohio! Bought it for $15 and have seen them around at many B&M's. I also have a Bugatti and a nice Ronson that I got from a great BORK out in Cali. Love love love that thing.
Cigar Caddys are nice, Ashtrays are cool too. Don't forget your cigar clip if you are a golfer...they are also useful if you are somewhere there isn't an ashtray, like camping, and need to put it on your chair or set it down. Tons of stuff out there that I would love to have but just don't have the money.