How to Choose a Quality Cigar Cutter: A Guide to a Perfect Cut
A gesture, a whole art
Smoking a cigar is a ritual. And it all begins with a precise gesture: the cut . Too deep? You risk damaging the wrapper. Too light? The draw will be stifled. The cigar cutter , often relegated to the background, is nevertheless one of the most crucial accessories for a successful enjoyment.
At Atelier Atypique , we offer high-end cigar cutters that combine precision, design, and durability . Here's how to choose the model that matches your style, your cigars... and your needs.
1. Why is the cut so important?
A cigar is a living object , hand-rolled, made of delicate leaves. The cut determines:
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the quality of the print ,
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holding the cape (prevents it from coming off),
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homogeneous combustion ,
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the amount of aromas released from the first puffs.
🎯 In short, a good cut = a great tasting experience.
2. The different types of cigar cutters
● The double-blade guillotine
The most popular among enthusiasts. The double blade cuts cleanly on both sides of the cigar with central pressure.
✅ Ideal for: robusto, toro, corona formats.
🛠️ On Atelier Atypique: stainless steel models, matte black or wood finishes.
● The single blade cigar cutter
More compact and practical, but requires more manual precision.
🎯 For experienced connoisseurs.
● The drill
She makes a small circular hole at the end of the cigar.
🔁 Allows for a tighter draw, ideal for small modules.
📦 Convenient to carry: Some of our models are integrated into lighters or key rings.
● The V-cut: cut in the shape of a “V”
Highly rated for larger calibers. Offers a more focused experience and good ventilation.
🎩 Elegant and often favored by long-time smokers.
3. Which materials should you choose?
The luxury cigar cutter can be recognized by:
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its blades in stainless steel or Japanese steel,
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an ergonomic grip ,
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a noble finish : brushed metal, natural wood, polished brass, carbon.
🌟 At Atelier Atypique, each model is tested to guarantee a clean cut, without crushing the cigar.
4. Criteria for choosing the right cigar cutter
| Criteria | To be favored |
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| Type of cut | Guillotine, V, hole punch according to your habits |
| Opening size | Width suitable for the modules you smoke |
| Handling | Easy grip, smooth cut |
| Design | Simple or sophisticated aesthetics depending on your style |
| Sustainability | Noble materials and robust mechanism |
5. Offer a cigar cutter: a refined gift idea
Looking for a gift for a cigar lover ? A cigar cutter is a personal, compact, and elegant accessory. Engraved or personalized, it becomes a unique piece.
🎁 Perfect for Father's Day, a birthday, or as an addition to a cigar box.
6. Maintaining your cigar cutter
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Clean the blades regularly with a dry cloth.
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Avoid humidity.
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Store in a suitable case or box.
💡 Some models available in our store come with a matching leather case.
A controlled gesture for a successful tasting
The cigar cutter is more than just a tool: it's the first step toward pleasure . The right model ensures an optimal draw, a clean cut, and a truly satisfying experience .
🛒 Explore our collection at atelier-atypique.fr and find the cigar cutter that suits you.
