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V-cutters
ypetryna Offline
#1 Posted:
Joined: 07-19-2012
Posts: 1,323
Any votes in the Xikar v colibri camps? use a plastic no brand cutter and not a fan of the performance, but am i fan of the cut. i know of xikar set for life warranty, but all colibri stuff i have seen is only a couple years.

looking between the colibro v cut cutter and xikar vx 2

saw this https://halfwheel.com/xikar-vx2-v-cut and wondered if others experienced deep cuts with either as well. thanks
SteveS Offline
#2 Posted:
Joined: 01-13-2002
Posts: 8,751
I'm a Xikar fan ... no experience with the vx2 per se, but Xikar is solid quality ... Colibri, on the other hand, is a big name and a generally bigger price tag than their actual quality justifies
Ewok126 Offline
#3 Posted:
Joined: 06-25-2017
Posts: 4,356
I have the colibri V cutter just like the one shown on the page addy you posted. Honestly I love that cutter. It has some heavy weight to it but not overly heavy which I love. It cuts clean and has never failed me yet in the year I have owned it. As it stands right now the only Xikar product I own is a lighter and I love it as well. I did have to send the lighter back once. I love that Xikar has the lifetime on their products. The VX2 according to that page sells for 49.00, The colibri I think you can get cheaper. Seems I remember mine being 10 bucks cheaper which if it should ever break then I am out a cutter. I would love to give the Xikar a go especially if it is a good clean cutting cutter and the fact that if it should break then Free Fix due to the warranty.
oily bean Offline
#4 Posted:
Joined: 09-10-2014
Posts: 3
Colibri +1 vote
Palama Offline
#5 Posted:
Joined: 02-05-2013
Posts: 23,463
Overall I prefer a V-cut and use both my Xikar VX and the Colibri Deep V-cut. I've had my Xikar for almost 5 years and no issues whatsoever. Started to use the Colibri late last year and although I didn't care for it at first, have figured out that it's best for bigger ring gauge cigars (52+). The Colibri does produce a really deep but clean cut.
ypetryna Offline
#6 Posted:
Joined: 07-19-2012
Posts: 1,323
is the colibri also spring loaded? im like a kid cuz if it shoots open then +1
Ewok126 Offline
#7 Posted:
Joined: 06-25-2017
Posts: 4,356
ypetryna wrote:
is the colibri also spring loaded? im like a kid cuz if it shoots open then +1


Mine is and yes it makes this very cool switchblade click sound when you open it
Hank_The_Tank Offline
#8 Posted:
Joined: 11-15-2016
Posts: 3,677
I have a Xikar v cut and it's nice. Love the warranty.
ypetryna Offline
#9 Posted:
Joined: 07-19-2012
Posts: 1,323
Hank_The_Tank wrote:
I have a Xikar v cut and it's nice. Love the warranty.


the keychain one?

agree the warranty is stellar. even better when your local honors it. sexy time!
KingoftheCove Offline
#10 Posted:
Joined: 10-08-2011
Posts: 7,603
Wolf v-cut cutter.....plastic, but well made.......Solingen steel.
Perfect cut every time, and even works on 60rg cigars.
I v- cut less than in years past, but when I do, this tool is da boss.
Hank_The_Tank Offline
#11 Posted:
Joined: 11-15-2016
Posts: 3,677
ypetryna wrote:
the keychain one?

agree the warranty is stellar. even better when your local honors it. sexy time!


Nah, It is a big heavy one.
ypetryna Offline
#12 Posted:
Joined: 07-19-2012
Posts: 1,323
Palama wrote:
Overall I prefer a V-cut and use both my Xikar VX and the Colibri Deep V-cut. I've had my Xikar for almost 5 years and no issues whatsoever. Started to use the Colibri late last year and although I didn't care for it at first, have figured out that it's best for bigger ring gauge cigars (52+). The Colibri does produce a really deep but clean cut.



went to get some beer (avery liliko'i kepolo) awesome stuff, and checked out the colibri. the store didnt have the xv2 or the beer. but a diffrent location ended up having both. the colibri was 25 but when i saw the xikar was 36, seemed like it was worth the extra cash. i must say i do like it except silver was thier only color. i may take it to another shop and see if they are willing to swap out colors for me thou. ill see about snagging a colibri on here if possible maybe buit didnt wanna pass up the xikar at that price. thanks all for the guidance
stinger88 Offline
#13 Posted:
Joined: 05-29-2012
Posts: 6,574
I have the Xikar and I like it. I have used the cheap ones and the Xikar is way better. It has remained sharp for years. Pretty sure that reckless gave it to me. A very nice gift indeed.
Hank_The_Tank Offline
#14 Posted:
Joined: 11-15-2016
Posts: 3,677
Don't buy anything but Xikar. The lifetime warranty is the best.
Thunder.Gerbil Offline
#15 Posted:
Joined: 11-02-2006
Posts: 121,359
KingoftheCove wrote:
Wolf v-cut cutter.....plastic, but well made.......Solingen steel.
Perfect cut every time, and even works on 60rg cigars.
I v- cut less than in years past, but when I do, this tool is da boss.



I believe the Xikar XV blades come from Wolf.


ypetryna Offline
#16 Posted:
Joined: 07-19-2012
Posts: 1,323
wouldn't be surprised, they all look the same. it's all probably made in 1 factory
Just Relax Offline
#17 Posted:
Joined: 09-26-2016
Posts: 587
I love these cutter posts. I recently started v-cutting too but haven't spent money on one yet. Reading these posts all I can think about is being able to ask my grandpa his opinion and getting made fun of as he bit the end off of his Garcia y Vega.
Arrow_34 Offline
#18 Posted:
Joined: 12-19-2002
Posts: 186
+1 for the xikar vx cutter, I have had it since it came out and it is a bit worn due to pocket wear. But still cuts like a champ. I tend to use my xikar straight cut more often, but love the deep v with the xikar. Also, can personally say I love the lifetime warranty, they replaced my xikar xi3 zebrawood after the wood broke off. Shipped it them and they shipped me a brand new one.
Pudding Mittens Offline
#19 Posted:
Joined: 08-15-2016
Posts: 1,291
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ypetryna wrote:
looking between the colibro v cut cutter and xikar vx 2

I own a Colibri V, a Xikar VX, and two Xikar VX2s. Here are my findings:

Colibri V: cut too wide and deep for most cigars, acceptable for maybe 60 ring and over, maybe 58 and 56, but that's about it IMO. Too hard to keep lip-seal on anything smaller because the hole is so huge and deep. Obliterates the heads of smaller vitolas like lancero. Cheesy 2-year warranty, after that, screw you pal.

Xikar VX: modest-size cut, great for smaller ring cigars and cigars with a draw that's too loose when straight cut, the VX cut can tighten that up a bit. Also a good general-purpose V-cutter all-around. Plain appearance. Lifetime replacements for any reason forever.

Xikar VX2: wider, deeper cut than the VX, but not as crazy-large as the Colibri V. IMO excellent choice of cut geometry, the perfect middle ground. Stellar general-purpose V-cutter. Very sexy design and two of the finshes (gunmetal and red) are absolutely gorgeous visually. Lifetime replacements for any reason forever.

Winner: Xikar VX2.

Don't pay the $49.99 full retail, look for deals and coupons to stack on top. I got my pair of VX2 units for $25 and $30.
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Herfosaurus Offline
#20 Posted:
Joined: 08-29-2012
Posts: 89
I've got both the Colibri and the Xikar VX and usually use the Colibri. It makes a deep, aggressive cut that IMO doesn't work well with less than about a 50 ring. I usually smoke toros or Churchills, so the size of the cut isn't an issue to me. That said, the Colibri is certainly an acquired taste and the cut is much wider and deeper than the cuts made by those plastic cheapo cutters.

As for pricing, watch the auctions. I bought a few Colibris at -- IIRC -- 22 bucks each. On the one I carry, the blades have stayed sharp cutting several cigars per day, day after day, though I did lose a screw. I emailed Colibri and they sent a pack of replacements.

As for warranty, back in my retail days I did product exchanges with both companies. Xikar's customer service is first rate, but Colibri was legit also. Xikar's lifetime warranty is definitely a plus.
Pudding Mittens Offline
#21 Posted:
Joined: 08-15-2016
Posts: 1,291
Herfosaurus wrote:
As for warranty, back in my retail days I did product exchanges with both companies. Xikar's customer service is first rate, but Colibri was legit also. Xikar's lifetime warranty is definitely a plus.

Outdated info, sadly. Colibri, once upon a time, had a lifetime warranty. Then they either got bought out or went bankrupt and got taken over (I forget which), and the lifetime warranty went bye-bye, to be replaced by a 1-2 year warranty. I have no experience with it because I don't buy Colibri (except for the one V-cut I bought which hasn't broken yet), but from all I hear, nowadays if you're outside the warranty, they do nothing for you. I've also heard that even in-warranty service can be a slow hassle, and it can be like pulling teeth to get them to respond and actually do something.

Xikar's eternal warranty, on the other hand, is so good, all-encompassing and hassle-free that it's ridiculous. Awhile back they switched to an all-replacement model, meaning they don't fix your item anymore... so if you have dull blades or a bad sparker, but also scuffs scratches from carrying/drops/accidents? New item, bye-bye to those imperfections. You can also simply return it BECAUSE OF those scuffs and scratches with nothing functionally wrong, and they'll still give you a new one.

Oh, and each time, you get the latest version of the model, with all the latest upgrades. I've returned original Stratospheres and gotten the redesigned, improved Stratosphere II. I've returned the original Enigma and gotten the redesigned, improved Enigma II, then returned that and got an even newer Enigma II with even more design improvements.

Also, if your model isn't made anymore, they'll present you with a list of similar models to choose from, and they'll send you that. And of course, all the replacements they send are ALSO covered by the same eternal crazy-good warranty.

Most of my returns have been over-the-counter at CI brick and mortar stores, although most other Xikar dealers will do it too. No proof of purchase, no ID, nothing. They take it, and hand you a brand-new one off the shelf. Nice way to avoid even the small shipping fee and wait involved in mailing it to Xikar!
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bgz Offline
#22 Posted:
Joined: 07-29-2014
Posts: 13,023
Even with that good warranty, they are still vulnerable to flying out of the golf cart.

Palama Offline
#23 Posted:
Joined: 02-05-2013
Posts: 23,463
bgz wrote:
Even with that good warranty, they are still vulnerable to flying out of the golf cart.



Can't fix stupid! d'oh!





Sarcasm

J/K Ben!

I've never lost a cutter or lighter (...knock on wood...) but I leave my Xikars at home and only take the cheapie ones to herfs / smoking events / golfing tournaments.
bgz Offline
#24 Posted:
Joined: 07-29-2014
Posts: 13,023
Palama wrote:
Can't fix stupid! d'oh!





Sarcasm

J/K Ben!

I've never lost a cutter or lighter (...knock on wood...) but I leave my Xikars at home and only take the cheapie ones to herfs / smoking events / golfing tournaments.



Ya, learned my lesson after I lost an Xikar one day... now I just keep a couple plastic junkers in the golf bag.

Did lose a cheap torch my last time out... that kinda sucked. Hopefully it's under my seat.
live4cigars Offline
#25 Posted:
Joined: 06-22-2014
Posts: 24
I use the keychain Xikar for smaller ring gauges as its more shallow (and seems wider to me than Colibri) and a very portable size. Overall however, especially with 50RG and above, I do prefer the Colibri for it's solid heft and the depth and super clean precise cut. I didn't notice any mention of this but my version has serrated blades that grip perfectly without any drag like regular blades - perfect when bouncing around on bad NYC streets. As a result, I've since gotten other serrated cutters, like the Lotus Jaws straight cut, as I find them to provide far superior cuts. I haven't yet tried the new Xikar version that's supposed to be deeper like the Colibri.
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