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Posted: 8/14/2017 5:23:54 PM EDT
I just got my first bulk order from CI and it came in the humidor pictured below.
 Attached File Attached FileHow do I best preserve these cigars? They are R&J 1875 and Macanudos. Also, what is the best butane lighter for a reasonable price? Thanks in advance! TC ETA: I read the FAQ's and the instructions in the box so I'm good to start there. Thanks! |
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Posted: 8/14/2017 5:26:27 PM EDT
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I have one of these that just won't stop working. It was $8 when I bought it:
torch Always use triple distilled fuel or none of them will work worth a crap. Since I have passed my lighter around and almost lost it (arfcom Zippo with butane conversion) I prefer to use a cheapo. Funny how the cheapo just won't go missing. I always forget there is a cigar punch on it. In fact I just remembered when I read the description again.  
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Posted: 8/14/2017 5:38:45 PM EDT
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Thanks, wildearp! I use a $.99 lighter on the road but wanted one a bit classier at home. I'll look for the Torch and thanks for the tip about the fuel!
TC ETA: Does anyone have trouble getting a cigar punch through airport security? They eyeballedthe shit outta my corkscrew the other day but were looking for a knife. The corkscrew part is ok. |
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Posted: 8/14/2017 6:58:42 PM EDT
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Cigar punch or cutter? No issue. Lighter with gas? No.
Don't use those shit florist foam humidification blocks or the shit 'gel'. Unless you want mold, because that's how you get mold. Use Heartfelt Industries humidification beads (I'm in the 72% camp) and distilled water. Empty the humidor. Put the cigars in tupperware or zip lock bags with Boveda packs. Wipe down the inside of the humidor with distilled water and let it season. Get a real hygrometer too. Those analog ones are crap. You need a calibrate-able one.  
I use a zip lock and a Boveda pack to do that (over 24 hours). 
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Posted: 8/15/2017 6:49:43 AM EDT
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Thanks ODA!
TC ETA: I've been able to take a basic lighter with me in my bag. Even made it through two TSA searches this week. |
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Posted: 8/15/2017 8:31:50 PM EDT
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For a desktop I would use the boveda pack...throw it in and forget it.....you might as well go ahead and read the coolerdor thread and order some heartfelt beads for it
Eta: my bulk stock is kept in coolerdor....the daily smokes go in desktop humidor I usually pull a few every couple of weeks from coolerdor  crappy dark pic from bowels of basement but you get the idea
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Posted: 8/15/2017 8:43:25 PM EDT
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I have one of these that just won't stop working. It was $8 when I bought it: torch Always use triple distilled fuel or none of them will work worth a crap. Since I have passed my lighter around and almost lost it (arfcom Zippo with butane conversion) I prefer to use a cheapo. Funny how the cheapo just won't go missing. I always forget there is a cigar punch on it. In fact I just remembered when I read the description again. I'm 99% sure we have the same humidor. It works pretty well. Season it if you didn't already, put distilled water in the foam thingy, toss in a bovida, and enjoy. Edit: the hygrometer on the front of mine does not seem to hold calibration. I recommend getting an electronic one like this to drop in after you calibrate it. |
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Posted: 8/17/2017 8:56:16 PM EDT
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I love using a cheap Ronson JetLite from WalMart. They are about $4 - they are usually on a rack in the checkout lines.
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Posted: 8/17/2017 9:25:55 PM EDT
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I'll second the Boveda bags for a desktop humidor.
Also keep it out of the sun. Gratuitous Wineador pic... I even keep boveda packs in there.  Attached FileWhen I'm in the garage I use a butane brazing torch for a lighter.
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Posted: 8/18/2017 2:44:24 PM EDT
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I'll second the Boveda bags for a desktop humidor. Also keep it out of the sun. Gratuitous Wineador pic... I even keep boveda packs in there. https://www.AR15.Com/media/mediaFiles/83325/IMG_4802-283099.JPG When I'm in the garage I use a butane brazing torch for a lighter. |
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Posted: 8/18/2017 10:43:56 PM EDT
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Nice....the 858 in maduro on the top shelf is quickly becoming my go to smoke... I also like the Don Carlos number 4 and the Anejo 46 as a go to. |
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