Which cutter Palio or Xikar ?

jkoj

jkoj

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I have a beautiful XiKar Xi3 redwood cutter and I'm thinking of picking up a spare cutter.Yes I only have one cutter.I really like the looks of the Palio carbon fiber.Do you BOTLs have a preference one way or another?Are the Palios easier to use?I like how the Xikar has lifetime sharpening.Anyway if anyone is thinking of selling a used Palio feel free to pm me, maybe we can work something out.
 
I've had both.....I bought a Palio after my Xikar and never looked back....hell I can't even find my Xikar anymore, and I don't care.
 
Palio or Xikar....??

65% or 70%...??

Cut, or punch....??

Beads or foam....??

Cello on, or cello off.....??

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Try clipping the cap of with your teeth.

Ok - I have both...I use the Palio more often!
 
hahaha, that pic is priceless! I only own an Xicar however, and I like it alot. However after a ton of threads I might have to pick up a palio or two!


Don
 
....so, I broke down and bought a Palio. My Xikar is three+ years old. I've used them both. They are both good, with very different ergonomics.

I still like my Xikar, but promise to try them both for a while. Is one a clear winner..??...not from where I sit.

They are both high quality, sharp as heck, and will likely serve you for a lifetime. Buy the one that "floats your boat" and you won't be disappointed.

One point, no matter which one you end up with; clean them...!! They'll both gunk up with tobacco oils over a short time and a good cleaning with some alcohol will bring either of them back to primo operating condition. I think a lot of guys miss this important point and wonder how many cutters are dissed only because they need a good cleaning...... :cool:

Choose the tool that makes you happy; you won't lose with either of these fine cigar tools.

Cheers, BOTL's - B.B.S.
 
BlindedByScience said:
Palio or Xikar....??

65% or 70%...??

Cut, or punch....??

Beads or foam....??

Cello on, or cello off.....??

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TFF


grateful1 said:
Try clipping the cap of with your teeth.

Ok - I have both...I use the Palio more often!
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I agree with Gary on this one... teeth or thumbnail work every bit as good as my Xicar or my Palio. Seriously, though, my favorite cutter and lighter is YOURS. ;) :thumbs:
 
Decisions, decisions, decisions. I think I'll have to go to Schlesinger's Thursday evening and try them both. I'll get back with you sometime this Friday if not the weekend........ :whistling: :thumbs: :cool:
 
BlindedByScience said:
Palio or Xikar....??

65% or 70%...??

Cut, or punch....??

Beads or foam....??

Cello on, or cello off.....??

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OK, That is pretty funny.Point takin.I guess I will have to pick up a Palio in the near future.A local shop has the burlwood for $55.I know I could probably get cheaper online but after shipping it will be close.Thanks again guys and again Blinded that was good I am humbled :laugh:
 
jkoj said:
OK, That is pretty funny.Point takin.I guess I will have to pick up a Palio in the near future.A local shop has the burlwood for $55.I know I could probably get cheaper online but after shipping it will be close.Thanks again guys and again Blinded that was good I am humbled :laugh:
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jkoj - just a friendly little reminder.... :laugh:

Most of these topics have been discussed over and over in the past. Point being that there's a wealth of knowledge already here for the taking, if a person looks for it..... :cool:

For your cutter, give Mark over at Cigarmony a spin. He's a good guy and I think he will be able to save you a few bucks.

Cheers - B.B.S.
 
I'm obviously biased, but I will say that I've tried many cutters throughout the years and I feel confident in promoting the XIKAR cutter.

and yes, there is a TON of these threads going around!
 
I just had a Palio explode into a million pieces on me. Sure wasn't expecting that...

The warranty shall come in handy.

-Mark
 
I just wish someone around here sold the Palio so I could pick it up and touch it and stuff to see if I really like it

Tim
 
Palio, hands down... no contest, finished, end kaput

Oh, I have a top of the range Xikar, still in the box. I want to trade for the oldest ISOM and extremely HTF you can muster together
I'll even throw in 2 other used Xikar if you come up with something really good.

Brian
 
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