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Re: Shop Etiquette

CigarTay94 said:

Do i cut the foot off of this or do I light it like it is?

The G’s are also Cameroon meaning the leaf is a Cameroon wrapper and is notoriously more delicate than most. The G’s seem to be less delicate but it’s still an example of one where I would not handle roughly for fear of damage. Cameroon is very popular because they are noticeably sweeter than most with a bit of nuttiness and sweet spice being common associated with that wrapper leaf. An example of the same leaf but typically more delicate and prone to damage would be the Fuente Hemingway line. Amazing cigars but the wrappers are prone to damage more so than many others.

On the opposite end there are wrappers that are known to be quite hearty and tough with noticeable tooth and a very thick and durable leaf. A couple examples are Mexican San Andres and Connecticut and Pennsylvania Broadleaf.

Brett

90+_Irishman

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Re: Ceder Sleeves, Tubes, and Coffin Warning.....

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I make my own colloidal silver at around 20ppm to use as a solution to wipe down my humidors. If mold were ever present anywhere, even on a cigar (which has never happened) I would clean them off and then gently wipe them with a dampened sponge with the colloidal solution. No mold for me.

I don't take this internally and only use it as a topical solution and to cleanse surfaces without causing contamination issues. At the strength I make it, I've found it to be safe and easy, but no endorsements of any kind are being implied, here. Due diligence on your own part is expected.

BKDog

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Re: What is in your pipe?

Uhle’s Blend 00 from @jsnake in a Nording freehand. This is the first all burley blend that I have really liked. It has a simple, straightforward flavor profile that is very smooth and enjoyable. Thanks Jacob! I will order more of this one for sure

dbeckom

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Re: How do you fight the urge?

silvermouse said:

Thanks, Peter. I just used your system to avoid saving 50% on a box of Camacho Barrel Aged, never had one but the reviews were good, but never had one, but the price was good....

They are bad you did yourself a service.

Patrickbrick

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Re: Ceder Sleeves, Tubes, and Coffin Warning.....

This is why I remove cedar sleeves. Check ones wrapped in tissue paper also.

deadman

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Re: Ceder Sleeves, Tubes, and Coffin Warning.....

I had three AF King T Tubos I had stored together, with the caps removed. a few week ago I noticed mold on the center one. Wiped the mold off and smoked it without any noticeable effect. Today I went through my AF Anjeo's and found a few with spots of mold under the ceder sleeves. Removed the sleeves and wiped them off. Two of them had mold near the foot, I plan on smoking them this week.

I've had the Anjeos for about two years in a Ziploc storage bin with with 65 rh Boveda packs, temp between 69 and 72 degrees.

Check your cigars with cedar sleeves, especially Arturo Fuentes.

attn @CalvinAndHobo

IndustMech

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Re: Use a Herf-a-dor until I decide on a humidor?

How cruel it is that so many newbies end up dealing with the most frustrating aspect of storing cigars when they are first starting out? Desktop humidors can be very frustrating to maintain proper humidity because most are cheaply made. I've had about six or seven of them now and I've had mixed results. If I could I would caution all newbs that there are better options. As mentioned earlier in this thread, small containers and coolers will do the job with less frustration. Do your research though, because there are a few considerations when deciding on a specific cooler or container to make it into a good humidor. (Plenty of advice online, and you're welcome to PM me if you want my opinion.)

Bob_Luken

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Re: How do you fight the urge?

Another thought I have, brought on by experience (and of course, many here would chime in and agree) is to not buy based on price alone, but driven by the fact that you like the cigar too. I've purchased far too many boxes based on price and maybe supported by forum/online reviews, only to find out they were mediocre or not in my wheelhouse. I didn't want to spend more per cigar by buying singles or 5'ers so I'd buy a box, and end up disappointed.