Cigar Cutter Lighter Combinations
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.
Some cigar lighters come with guillotine-style cutters attached. These are among the most popular cigar cutters on the market. They are well-known for providing a clean cut and, the double-bladed models are oftentimes use by those who prefer thick cigars. Most of the cutters attached to lighters will be of the single-blade variety. These cutters are a bit safer than the double-bladed models. This makes them more suitable for being carried about in one’s pocket.
There are some lighters available which have attached to them scissors-type cigar cutters. In most cases, these fold out from the lighter and can be put back in place where they are safe from harm and from causing harm when not in use. These cutters are generally preferred for only the smaller gauges of cigars and some smokers maintain that they produce rather sloppy cuts. Again, this will largely be a question of user preference. The scissor-type cutters are obviously a bit more fragile than the guillotine type.
Cigar cutters attached to lighters can be cleaned and sharpened either by the user or by a technician. For the very expensive models, one may do better to bring the lighter in for servicing. Good quality tools require good quality care and technicians can ensure that everything is cleaned and sharpened up to standards. These devices need to be handled with care by the user, as well. Cigar cutters are very sharp and one needs to make certain that they always close and lock the device according to instructions provided by manufacturers. The blades are sharp enough to cause a serious injury.
The size of the lighter will play into what type of cutter is attached. For instance, very large gauge cigars require a large gauge cutter and, thus, a large lighter. They are also usually cut with an angled blade which means the guillotine will likely be provided with as much. Some lighters may include other implements such as pipe tools. Whichever one is chosen, they are enormously convenient and useful multi-tool devices.
Ryder is a consultant for an online specialty lighters store and has expert knowledge of cigar accessories, including torch flame lighter.