looking between the colibro v cut cutter and xikar vx 2
https://halfwheel.com/xikar-vx2-v-cut and wondered if others experienced deep cuts with either as well. thanks
is the colibri also spring loaded? im like a kid cuz if it shoots open then +1
ypetryna wrote:
Mine is and yes it makes this very cool switchblade click sound when you open it
I have a Xikar v cut and it's nice. Love the warranty.
Hank_The_Tank wrote:
the keychain one?
agree the warranty is stellar. even better when your local honors it. sexy time!
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.
Nah, It is a big heavy one.
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.
Palama wrote:
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
Wolf v-cut cutter.....plastic, but well made.......Solingen steel.
KingoftheCove wrote:
I believe the Xikar XV blades come from Wolf.
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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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.
