Lube suggestions?

[BTWheezy]

Just got this Xikar v-cutter.  Love the cutter, but I’m finding the mechanism is a little sticky, specifically on the down-stroke, which is causing some uneven cuts. Anyone have any ideas for a lube that wouldn’t be messy, nor impart flavors on the cigar?  Graphite?  Tiny drop of lightweight oil?  Any ideas?

Thanks,

Wheezy

[Bri Fi]

This wasn’t the thread I was expecting. I was going to say “just spit on it”

[Habana Mike]

Just spit on it.

[Enduin]

Coconut oil is a great option. I use it to lube various things where I want a food grad lubricant and it works great! 

[NSXCIGAR]

I have some electric clipper oil I use on metal devices. Looks like straight mineral oil to me though...

[LordAnubis]

You get cans of dry setting PTFE based lubricants, i'd use that. I wouldn't use anything wet.

[djrey]

Use this stuff. Food grade oil that does not go rancid. It's what I use on all my Japanese carbon knives and have used it on cutters before. Good to have around the kitchen.

https://www.amazon.com/KUROBARA-Tsubaki-Japanese-Maintenance-Camellia/dp/B00362HBPQ/ref=sr_1_6?dchild=1&keywords=JAPANESE+KNIFE+OIL&qid=1625829960&sr=8-6

[BTWheezy]

Amazon order placed for:

1. PTFE dry lube

2. Japanese knife oil

3. AstroGlide

4. Lemon drops

Doing some internet-based research on a “Peter North” to determine applicability. Will advise. 

[SCgarman]

No! I wouldn't use anything on it. The more you use the cutter it will break in! And FYI Astro Glide is a water based lube for SEX or wanking. NOT for lubricating metal to metal parts. OMG😂

[Cigar Surgeon]

[BrightonCorgi]

vegetable oil.  get it going with that and then wipe totally clean. why buy something?

[KCCubano]

I have same cutter. I soak in 99 ISO overnight. Then rinse and dry. Apply small amount of graphite lubricant. The graphite works well on tough to open SLB'S as well.

[Kaptain Karl]

I wonder if ol Bill Clinton asked the same thing to his cigar buddies back in '95

[Greenhorn2]

KY Kelly? She'll whack away after that!

[Mickey D]

15 hours ago, Heels82 said:

Peter North that thing and see what happens.  

Showing your age there, pal. 😜👍

[mprach024]

Try buying it dinner, put on some music and light some candles, give it a massage.  Heard that works.

[Sub]

A light silicone grease or oil would meet your needs as well.

[DeskSmkr]

21 hours ago, LordAnubis said:

You get cans of dry setting PTFE based lubricants, i'd use that. I wouldn't use anything wet.

Same recommendation here. I've only tried one so I can't speak to all. My PTFE aerosol can sprays on clear, very thin viscosity, and dries in a few seconds leaving behind a light dry film. Film wears away and needs periodic re-application. Heavy application leaves a white translucent film. It's not terribly noticeable though it will dull the shine.

Yes I have used on one of my cutters. Yes I would again.

[Meesterjojo]

Best lube I have is this stuff called "resolve dry" from China. Magical.

Otherwise maybe try spray butter?

[PigFish]

This stuff is a staple around Casa Pigfish. You will note that it says not for retail consumer use. I am an professional... -LOL

This makes it kind of tough to find. You have to get it at an industrial supply. It contains silicone and isobutane and leaves no oil distillate carriers. That is what makes it different from most of the silicone sprays that you find in the hardware and autoparts stores. Silicones are used for lubrication of medical devices. They are generally inert and food safe. You spray this, and you won't see it on your cutter. It won't make it oily.

For the record, I don't use it on cutters. I simply keep them clean. Keep them clean and they won't bind (generally). But if they are out of tolerance and wear surfaces are no longer tight and parallel, then perhaps you should trash the cutter and get a new one.

Cheers! -Piggy

[SCgarman]

3 hours ago, PigFish said:

This stuff is a staple around Casa Pigfish. You will note that it says not for retail consumer use. I am an professional... -LOL

This makes it kind of tough to find. You have to get it at an industrial supply. It contains silicone and isobutane and leaves no oil distillate carriers. That is what makes it different from most of the silicone sprays that you find in the hardware and autoparts stores. Silicones are used for lubrication of medical devices. They are generally inert and food safe. You spray this, and you won't see it on your cutter. It won't make it oily.

For the record, I don't use it on cutters. I simply keep them clean. Keep them clean and they won't bind (generally). But if they are out of tolerance and wear surfaces are no longer tight and parallel, then perhaps you should trash the cutter and get a new one.

Cheers! -Piggy

The OP insinuated his cutter is brand new. I suggested no lubrication and just use it and it will likely "break in" and then no worries! The responses for lubrication suggestions have been interesting to say the least. Especially the ASTRO GLIDE suggestion!🤪

[Huckleberry]

The “purple stuff” for the win!

[cigcars]

      *I use 3-in-1 oil on everything.

[Nevrknow]

Frank’s Hot Sauce. “ I put that shit on everything!”.

😂

[BrightonCorgi]

There is also a food grade silicon spray used in commercial kitchen settings.