One of the most popular products with cigar smokers are the combination lighter/cutters available on the market. These devices make it very easy for those who like to enjoy their cigars on the go. Especially for those who like to enjoy a puff when they’re engaging in outdoors activities, they’re very convenient. A cigar lighter with cutter attachments means that one need not worry about losing any of their smoking paraphernalia when they’re in the boat, on the links or anywhere else.
Cigar lighters are their own specialty field and the same characteristic extends to cigar cutters. Some individuals prefer guillotine cutters that offer a very clean and precise cut. Others will only use a guillotine with a double edge because of their preference for very large cigars. Some smokers prefer scissors-type cutters which require a bit more skill to use than their guillotine cousins. No matter what one’s preference, there is likely a lighter available.
There are those individuals who prefer a scissor-style cutter. These devices are among the oldest types on the market and some users find the cuts they produce inadequate. Most often, the complaint is that the cut is rather sloppy compared to the ultra-clean lines offered by a guillotine-style cigar cutter. This may come down to one’s technique but oftentimes it is simply a question of the smoker’s preference.
Very few lighters are provided with a punch-style cutter. These cutters are more often seen as keychain attachments and, owing to the round shape, they are difficult to attach to a lighter. The fact that guillotine cutters are flat and a scissor cutters can be folded into the lighter makes it very easy to transport and keep the lighter flat. These devices do require a bit of maintenance now and again. Most often, this maintenance is best performed by a qualified service technician. Provided that they are kept clean and sharp they should last just as long as one would expect of a high-quality lighter.
A dull cigar cutter not only compromises the cut of the cigar but can actually provide a hazard to the user. Dull blades are much more likely to slip which can result in mishaps. Users are very much encouraged to make certain that their lighter’s cigar cutter is kept sharp and clean. This ensures the longest possible service life, the best cuts and the most safety for the user.
Dave Sabot is the owner of specialty butane lighters store. With expert knowledge of cigar accessories, including pipe lighters, Dave also owns an online cigar humidor store.
