How to Cut a Cigar with a Pocket Knife

Forgot your cutter?

No problem.

You can cut a cigar with a pocket knife. Here's how:

What You'll Need

  • Your cigar
  • A sharp pocket knife (your favorite one, whatever you carry)

The Step-by-Step Process

Step 1: Grab your cigar and open your pocket knife.

Step 2: Place the blade on the cap of the cigar.

Step 3: Here's the key—rotate the cigar while applying firm, steady pressure with the blade.

Keep rotating. Keep the pressure consistent.

The cap will slice cleanly off.

That's it.

Why This Works

It's not about hacking through the cigar. It's about using rotation and steady pressure to create a clean cut.

The rotating motion allows the blade to score the wrapper evenly, preventing tears and maintaining the integrity of the cap.

Simple. Clean. Effective.

Next time you're caught without a cutter, you'll know exactly what to do.


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