I was thinking of getting a keychain punch instead of taking my Palio to the golf course. I've never used a punch and would like advice on a decent one. I've noticed that some of the Xikar punches say "twist" in the name - what does that mean?
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The Xikar 009 is a great punch. It is bigger than the standard punch but the best part is it is one piece so you have no parts to lose.
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That is a good point, I have a cheap keychain punch that seperates in the middle to expose the cutter end. I leave my keys behind so I do not have to carry them outside while I smoke. It is easy to drop the cutter end into a pocket after using it and forget to attach it back to my keys when finished.

On the other hand now that I think about it, I wouldn't want to carry all my keys out everytime so maybe I do prefer the detachable punch.

Kind of a win/lose situation for me. Like everything else I'm learning, comes down to personal prefference.
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I have both the 009 and 007. I like the 009. I use it for 37 rg lanceros - 54 rg gauge Behikes.

In fact I own 2 of them.

+1 to the 009

Watch cigar monster at night when the mashup is on (10pm or 11pm depends on your time zone) and they often have these for $19-$21 shipped.
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Thanks for the suggestions, I'll try to find a 009. I like the looks of the 007 too, but I think the 9mm will be more versatile.
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This one is really cheap, I wonder if the quality is low.

http://www.littlehavanacigars.com/pr...?prod=CC1201DE
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I have a 007. I had to send it back after a few months. It quit twisting....
The 009 is what I would go with. The push-pull seems more reliable.

Here is the kicker to me. I have a $12 "Havana" retractable (push button) punch I got from a B&M and it seems to be sharper than my Zikar!! It has no warranty, but it was half the cost and seems to punch easier.

$16 here: http://www.cigartoyz.com/_e/CIGAR_PU...igar_Punch.htm
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Thanks for the info and link. I wonder if Xikar would replace yours because a generic punch is sharper?
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i have that one. its nothing special but it works. PM me your address, i have a couple of the ones they sell on cigarbid that i dont need i can send to you.
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That is very generous, I appreciate it! PM incoming. :-)
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I am very impressed with the generousity of the regulars here at the Asylum. I have been on "community" forums before but you guys take the cake!
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i just won the nub punch that came in the gift set, i would have to say i was ever a punch guy i love my palio, but man after using the nub punch it is great... i might have to get one of the 009 for the smaller ring guage cigars...
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Very nice :-) I have a couple of those also and they work just fine for me. I would like to pick up 009 when funds allow though.
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No doubt! :-)
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Anyone know of one that would work well as a beer bottle cap opener as well? I would love to have a duel function gadget like that on my key chain.
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I like the way you think. Check this out: http://www.xikar.com/cutters_ximtx.asp
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Hmm, now that I think about it, I need a torch lighter with a punch and bottle opener...
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Never been a fan of the scissors. It is a step in the right direction though. I am thinking it would be pretty easy to do a punch and bottle opener combo. maybe we can get Palio on it.
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That would be sweet
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If you're looking for Xikar products let me know.:-)
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