.
  • Hermes cigar cutter made from a curved whale tooth set in a brushed silver mount, with an open guillotine blade and lever, on travertine
  • Hermes whale tooth cigar cutter on a travertine console beside a brown book, the open blade showing its round cutting aperture
  • Angled view of the whale tooth cigar cutter on travertine, the curved polished tip leading up to the brushed silver cap
  • Whale tooth cigar cutter propped against a book spine, the cutting ring and spring lever opened above the silver mount
  • Hermes whale tooth cigar cutter against a brown book, showing the natural grain and a fine age crack in the cream tooth below the silver collar
  • Close detail of the Hermes cigar cutter mechanism, the HERMES PARIS stamp on the steel lever beside the round cutting hole
1 7
Hermes cigar cutter made from a curved whale tooth set in a brushed silver mount, with an open guillotine blade and lever, on travertine
Hermes whale tooth cigar cutter on a travertine console beside a brown book, the open blade showing its round cutting aperture
Angled view of the whale tooth cigar cutter on travertine, the curved polished tip leading up to the brushed silver cap
Whale tooth cigar cutter propped against a book spine, the cutting ring and spring lever opened above the silver mount
Hermes whale tooth cigar cutter against a brown book, showing the natural grain and a fine age crack in the cream tooth below the silver collar
Close detail of the Hermes cigar cutter mechanism, the HERMES PARIS stamp on the steel lever beside the round cutting hole

Hermes Whale Tooth Cigar Cutter

Found in United States

This Hermes cigar cutter pairs a polished whale tooth handle with a steel cutting mechanism, the natural curve and warm ivory tone of the tooth giving the piece a organic, tactile quality quite different from the more common leather or metal handled cutters. The tooth shows its natural grain and a small hairline consistent with genuine age and material.

The steel mechanism at the top houses a guillotine style cutter with a round cutting hole, hinged to fold flat against the handle when not in use. A small hook or ring detail sits alongside the mechanism, and the piece is stamped to confirm its Hermes origin.

The contrast between the pale, organic handle material and the cool, precise steel hardware gives this piece real presence, more a piece of material culture than a purely functional tool, though it remains fully usable for its intended purpose.

Made in France, this is a distinctive, materially rich cigar accessory for a collector, and a good example of Hermes working with an unconventional natural material in a small object.

Collectors Notes

This is a genuinely unusual material choice, even by the standards of our Vintage Hermes collection, and worth a look for anyone drawn to Hermes objects that lean into natural materials.

A nice companion to the Dunhill cigar cutter currently listed for a side by side comparison, and a fit for our Luxury Gifts for Men selection and our Accessories edit.
Shipping

We ship worldwide, with USPS Ground included for orders within the 48 contiguous U.S. states (5–8 business days). USPS Express (2 business days) is available at checkout for an added cost. Orders are typically processed within 1–2 business days, and you’ll receive an email with tracking details once shipped. Please note that delivery times are estimates and may vary due to weather, carrier delays, or peak seasons. If you have any questions about your order, contact us at info@collectorsgene.com.

Hermes cigar cutter made from a curved whale tooth set in a brushed silver mount, with an open guillotine blade and lever, on travertine
Hermes whale tooth cigar cutter on a travertine console beside a brown book, the open blade showing its round cutting aperture
Angled view of the whale tooth cigar cutter on travertine, the curved polished tip leading up to the brushed silver cap
Whale tooth cigar cutter propped against a book spine, the cutting ring and spring lever opened above the silver mount
Hermes whale tooth cigar cutter against a brown book, showing the natural grain and a fine age crack in the cream tooth below the silver collar
Close detail of the Hermes cigar cutter mechanism, the HERMES PARIS stamp on the steel lever beside the round cutting hole
Collectors Gene | Cameron Ross Steiner

Who Are You Buying From?

Every object here has a journey before it ever reaches you. I've spent years seeking these pieces out, in back rooms of old ateliers, from families who've inherited more than they can keep, through dealers I've come to trust, in conversations with people who still work with their hands, because I've always believed the things we choose to live with should carry something true. What began as a private obsession became a devotion, one I now share with my wife and daughter, who remind me daily that the best collections are the ones built to be passed down, not simply owned. What you're holding isn't just an object. You're inheriting its story, and becoming part of its next chapter.

Frequent Questions

Collapsible row

Use collapsible tabs for more detailed information that will help customers make a purchasing decision.

Ex: Shipping and return policies, size guides, and other common questions.

Collapsible row

Use collapsible tabs for more detailed information that will help customers make a purchasing decision.

Ex: Shipping and return policies, size guides, and other common questions.

Collapsible row

Use collapsible tabs for more detailed information that will help customers make a purchasing decision.

Ex: Shipping and return policies, size guides, and other common questions.

Collapsible row

Use collapsible tabs for more detailed information that will help customers make a purchasing decision.

Ex: Shipping and return policies, size guides, and other common questions.

Collapsible row

Use collapsible tabs for more detailed information that will help customers make a purchasing decision.

Ex: Shipping and return policies, size guides, and other common questions.

Collapsible row

Use collapsible tabs for more detailed information that will help customers make a purchasing decision.

Ex: Shipping and return policies, size guides, and other common questions.