{"product_id":"xikar-xi3-damascus-guillotine-cut-double-blade-cigar-cutters","title":"Xikar Xi3 Damascus Guillotine Cut Double-Blade Cigar Cutters","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"To celebrate 20 years of the Xi cutter, founder’s Kurt Van Keppel and Scott Almsberger have designed a limited edition cutter for the ultimate collector, the Xi3 Damascus. Brushed, stainless steel body and wings are paired with hand-forged stainless Damascus steel blades by the world-renowned Mike Norris in “Gator Skin” Damascus Pattern. \\n\\nWhat is Damascus steel?\\nDamascus steel originated in medieval times, where it was developed and processed to produce the sharpest cutting surface ever seen before. Damascus steel is created by hammer-welding strips of steel, followed by repeated heating, forging and folding of the steel. This process is performed numerous times, creating multiple layers of forged steel that produce distinctive patterns of banding and mottling, reminiscent of flowing water. Damascus steel is renowned not only for its appearance, but also for its flexibility, strength and razor-sharp edge.\\n\\nFlat-top TORX pivot adds strength and modern design\\nShagreen stingray sheath included to protect cutter when not in use; stingray is 25x more durable than cowhide leathers\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15297,\"3\":{\"1\":1},\"9\":0,\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":[null,2,0],\"15\":\"Calibri\",\"16\":9}'\u003eTo celebrate 20 years of the Xi cutter, founder’s Kurt Van Keppel and Scott Almsberger have designed a limited edition cutter for the ultimate collector, the Xi3 Damascus. Brushed, stainless steel body and wings are paired with hand-forged stainless Damascus steel blades by the world-renowned Mike Norris in “Gator Skin” Damascus Pattern.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhat is Damascus steel?\u003cbr\u003eDamascus steel originated in medieval times, where it was developed and processed to produce the sharpest cutting surface ever seen before. Damascus steel is created by hammer-welding strips of steel, followed by repeated heating, forging and folding of the steel. This process is performed numerous times, creating multiple layers of forged steel that produce distinctive patterns of banding and mottling, reminiscent of flowing water. Damascus steel is renowned not only for its appearance, but also for its flexibility, strength and razor-sharp edge.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReasons to Buy the Xikar Xi3 Damascus Guillotine Cut Double-Blade Cigar Cutters\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDemascus Steel plating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuillotine Cut Double-Blade \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh Quality 440 Stainless Steel with an HRC of 57\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless Steel wings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlat-Top TORX pivot for strength\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIconic teardrop shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModern design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAffordable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Fits up to 54 ring gauge\"}' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":15171,\"3\":{\"1\":1},\"4\":[null,2,16777215],\"9\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"14\":[null,2,0],\"15\":\"Calibri\",\"16\":9}'\u003eFits up to 54 ring gauge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"XIKAR","offers":[{"title":"Silver","offer_id":46158144798912,"sku":"XK-CUT-XI3-DEMSL","price":560.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0685\/8231\/0080\/files\/Xikar-Xi3-Damascus-Guillotine-Cut-Double-Blade-Cigar-Cutter-Silver-XI-302DM-Exterior-Front-1_clipped_rev_1__57531.1592823483.1280.1280.png?v=1741653485","url":"https:\/\/nurthwoodshumidors.com\/products\/xikar-xi3-damascus-guillotine-cut-double-blade-cigar-cutters","provider":"Northwoods Humidors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}