(Part 3) Top products from r/cigars

How important are aesthetics for you?

• Humidor: Food storage containers aren't pretty, but they work exceptionally well. The Sistema Klip it are my favorites. I have several in the 2L (about 25 cigars) and the 3L (40-50 cigars). Inexpensive, separate clips (instead of living hinges), removable gasket, and as with all Tupperware type products, if you decide cigars aren't for you, you can actually store food in it. They are available on Amazon (linked above) and I know that The Container Store carries almost the full line.
  
  
• Humidification: Boveda packs are perfect for the above storage option. They are about $3.50-$4.50 and can be had online or at stores. They are a two-way system that keeps a well sealed humidor at ±2% (per their specs). Great for starting as it isn't a big investment. When in a food-storage container they will last a very long time before they need recharge or replacement.
  
  
• Cigars: There are a lot of cigars and it is overwhelming for someone who is new (it's still overwhelming to me 6 months in!). Small Batch Cigar has a Reddit Newbie Sampler for $25-$27 that you can read about in the side bar. If it shows up as "Prodct Not Found" that means they don't have any on the shelf. Contacting the owner usually fixes that. The other option is to do their $30 Surprise pack and in the notes put "Hey I'm new!" or something. The owner is a great guy and will send you good stuff! If you prefer local, you can also just walk into a good brick-and-mortar store and tell them you are new. If it's a good place they should steer you right!
  
  
• Lighter: There are a lot of options, but for starting out, a standard Bic should work just fine. If you like the hobby, you can move up to the fancier ones later. I personally have a basic single torch and a Vektor soft-flame insert for a Zippo case, but the sky is nearly the limit.
  
  
• Cutters: If you don't know if you are going to like the hobby, start cheap. The little $2 ones are not great and won't give the best cuts because they might not be sharpened the best and will dull very very quickly, but if you don't enjoy the hobby then it is only a $2 loss. A great cutter that many people will use is the Xikar X# series. They use the same blade and form factor, but differ in body materials: X1's are aluminum, X2's are GFRN, and X3's are fancy exotics. They start at about $30-$35 for the X2's, but you can get good deals on them at various places. One thing with the Xikar X#'s is their shape. Not everyone likes the feel of the teardrop, so try one before you buy one.
  

You'll want to get any plastic smell out if there is one. Mine was fine so I didn't bother, but most people say you need to do something to clean it out. I'm going to make a post that gives a full run down of my setup soon, but until then I'll tell you what I use. These trays are perfect. Don't get the small ones, only the medium and large ones. Each shelf in the 281 cooler will hold either 1 large tray or 2 medium trays. On the bottom of each tray I have a piece of Spanish cedar that comes out of cigar boxes. I stopped by my B&M and he let me take a handful that he had laying around. I also have some of these Spanish cedar pen blanks in random spots in some trays. Here is a pic of both tray sizes, with one of the cedar blanks in the middle on the left. Here is a large tray on the metal shelf.Here are 2 medium trays on a metal shelf. Here is a frontal pic of my setup. The top 3 shelves each have 2 medium trays, the bottom 3 shelves each have 1 large tray, and another large tray sitting flush on the bottom. Here is a pic of another configuration I was using before when I kept some boxes in the bottom area. Then I have 2 of these hygrometers using their magnetic discs to sit on the front of the metal shelves. I have 2 computer fans and a timer coming tomorrow that I am going to setup in the bottom shelf to aid in circulation. What's great is that the trays have slots in them already so airflow is great in all areas of the wineador, and you can configure the trays any way you want. I am completely happy with the whole thing, you will be too. And what's great is you can upgrade the setup by getting the really nice custom made drawers in the future, as cash permits. I plan on doing that later this year most likely. It's nice to have a setup that is fully functional, holds a ton of cigars, and can be upgraded over time. Win-win!

Here's my advice since I literally just started a few weeks ago. This is exactly what I wished I knew before I spent money on random cigars from various sites.

1. Depending on how many sticks you plan on getting at a time, invest in a tuppedor. Don't waste your time with a wooden humidor (at least right now). I picked up these from amazon and all my ~40-50 sticks sit comfortably in there.
   

• Plastic "humidor"
  
• Hygrometer
  
• Boveda Packs, although I might lean towards the 65% next time. Also, you only need 1 pack in a tuppedor, 2 is overkill. They can also be recharged, so don't throw them away when they dry out.
  
  

2. If you have a nice brick and mortar tobacco store (not a hole in the wall place that caters only to e-cigs and accessories) near you, visit them and ask questions. If they are worth their salt, they should be fairly knowledgeable about cigars. They will point you in the right direction. I stupidly didn't do this and just kind of bought random shit online and have had mixed results with what I bought. The stuff I've bought at the store has been much, much fresher too. However, you will be spending 30-40% above what you'll pay online. I found it worth it for how much time and effort the staff spent helping me, but it is quite a bit more expensive.
   
   
3. If that's not an option, look for sampler packs online. You can find cheap options that include a bunch of different sticks so you can sample a variety. I would suggest looking at smallbatch mixes find a price you're comfortable with spending (30 to 40 should be plenty, maybe buy 2 of the $30 to $40 packs so you end with ~10 cigars) and in the comment section of your order mention that you're brand new to cigars. He should be able to make an excellent mix for a new smoker. Use code "rcigars" for 10% off (without the "", not sure if valid for the mix).
   
   
4. Also, if you don't come from a background of smoking cigarettes, stick with the mild to medium strength cigars. I smoked a few full strength ones from the samplers I got and they kicked my ass. It was unpleasant to say the least. If you DO plan on smoking a full strength cigar, smoke on a full stomach and drink something sweet with it. Sweet tea or a pop of some sort works well to quell the nicotine content.
   
   
5. Accessories. All you really need is a decent cutter and a torch lighter and you're all set.
   

• A cutter
  
• A butane lighter
  
• Fuel [Note, you can use cheaper fuel, but your lighter may get clogged with shitty zippo butane fuel.]
  
• Some sort of ashtray. You don't realize how nice it is to have one until you don't have one and have no place to rest your cigar.
  
  

6. If you do find a cigar you enjoy, try buying a 5 pack of it. Let it rest for a week or so and try them out over the course of a month or several months and see if you enjoy them as much as you did the first time. See if they get better with age. I have far too many 1 offs that I enjoyed, but would I still enjoy them a month from now? 2 months from now?
   
   
7. Oh, and generally stay away from infused cigars. They use shittier tobacco since they can mask it with flavors. The girlfriend still likes these, but I think she's starting to come around to a natural sweetness/chocolate taste instead of an artificially infused one. Plus they stink up your humidor and can potentially ruin the taste of your other cigars in them if they are in close contact.
   
   
8. Online sites that I've enjoyed purchasing from and ship quickly:
   

• http://store.cigarfederation.com/
  
• http://www.smallbatchcigar.com
  
• http://www.holts.com
  
• Stay away from Thompson Cigars. I've also had issues with jrcigars. They held my order for no reason and I had to contact them to ship it out. I ordered it over 10 days ago and still haven't seen anything, although it's supposed to be here on Tuesday.
  
  

9. Look up retrohaling. You'll taste more of your cigar this way. Warning, it does burn the hell out of your nose the first handful of times you do it. Start with a mild cigar instead of a full strength one like I stupidly decided to do. :P
   
   Hopefully this helps.
   
   Edit: Many edits to fix errors and add additional info.

Already mentioned a few times on here but I will elaborate.

The demand for Cubans on top of the fact that they are controlled and run by the government forces them to release cigars extremely quickly to help meet the demands world wide. Because of this, the tobacco isn't aged ahead of time like you'll see with many quality NC manufacturers. This is why you see people commenting on the aging of Cubans after they have them. Basically, you're having to do the aging yourself that you're used to not dealing with with say a Padron.

The Ramon Allones Smal Club Corona is a great little cigar and you commented on one of the other concerns with Cubans, quality control. Depending on the manufacture (some are better than others), you'll want some sort of tool like a Perfect Draw that you can use to help open up those plugged Cubans.

Cuban leaf is something to experience and learn along with all the other regional tobaccos out there. Just go into it knowing what to expect and that will help out a ton with your enjoyment.

Yes yes and yes... I use a butane soft flame insert for mine http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003IRLBUA/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1404182091&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70 I love it but I'm a sucker for soft flames and cigars. I believe it is actually designed for pipes but I really like it. I've also used a Vector butane torch insert http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008Z8W714/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1404182091&sr=8-2&pi=SY200_QL40 I love having the feel and weight of a zippo with the refinement of a butane torch. Either of those options will treat you right, you just have to pick your type of flame :) Cheers!

My advice (and you'll probably hear this from a lot of people): toss out that foam/sponge once your humidor is seasoned and only used boveda packs.

If you're a true purist (I am not), you can get a boveda seasoning kit here (you may need additional 84%RH packs depending on the size of your humidor), but the most common (quick and easy) method is to gently wipe the whole interior (every surface) with distilled water (make sure there is no pooling), and then leave the moist sponge in there (on a dish) for 24 hours (or until your humidity reads 5-10% higher than where you want it to stay (so probably around 75%RH). In order to test this, btw, you will need to make sure your hygrometer is providing an accurate reading (a digital hygrometer is best, but if you only have an analog hygrometer, test and calibrate it using the salt test). After that, remove the wet foam and insert 1 60g boveda pack for every 20-30 cigars your humidor has the capacity to hold (so if it can hold 60 cigars, you can probably use 2 or 3 packs, if it holds 100 you can use 4 or 5, and so on).

Play around with it until you get it stabilized--it will require some experimentation (adding extra or different RH boveda packs, moving them around, testing the seals, etc.).

Remember also that once you start adding cigars, the humidity of those cigars (or lack thereof) will have an effect on the overall humidity in your humidor. Every time you add or remove things from your humidor the RH is likely to shift to some degree and may take a little while to re-stabilize--don't panic, it's no big deal and will become less of an issue once the humidor is mostly full of fully-rested (perfectly humidified) cigars. In the meantime, if you can maintain ~63-69%RH (or more like ~60-66% if you're storing Cubans) in your humidor, your cigars should do just fine.

[Ultimately you will have to find the RH you prefer for your cigars. The above are just suggestions based on my personal experience.]

Edit: the process for re-seasoning is the same as the process for seasoning. If the humidor is dried out it needs to be seasoned, and the fact that it was seasoned at some point in the past holds no bearing.

Well taking into account the fact that your step mom doesn't like him to smoke... If you drop 40-50 on a good humidor set up and another 100 on sticks, will she want them thrown out? It's not like this is a set it and forget it thing it takes at least a daily monitoring.

I'd say a good in between, for looks and for ease of use would be:

A 10 count herfador. Looks more presentable then just a Tupperware container (which is also a great cheap option).

Get a couple bovedas. One pack in here with 10 sticks should last at least a few months.

Then for sticks: see /u/sequenc3 comment bellow. Solid list. I'd add pretty much anything from Arturo Fuente and Olivia as brands to look at as well.

When starting out always go for the tupperdor route. It doesnt matter what the environment is the cigars remain the same rh.

​ The default setup for a new cigar smoker is this: Systema container | cedar tray | Boveda 65 | Hygrometer. You could get away with not buying the hygrometer as long as you use the Boveda's but It's always good to know the rh. Other recommendations: The Cuban Crafters Perfect Cutter and another great tool to have is the PerfecDraw, not cheap but worth every penny.

First of all, you need a container. Did she give you a cigars in a box? If it's a wooden humidor, you should check the seal. We do this by using a dollar bill (of any denomination) and trying to slide the edge of the bill through the crack where the lid meets the case. If it is very tight, and doesn't slip through easily, it should be good to go.

If it is in any other kind of container, look to see if it forms a seal. If it doesn't, you will want to get a tupperdore. I recommend the Sistema stuff on Amazon. This is their container that I used for my Box Pass, it fits about 32 cigars. You could probably find a smaller one if you intend on just using/having these 6.

Once you have a container, you just need some humidification! This is what I use in my tupperdores.

65-62% is the lowest I would go. You want the humidity inside your container to be around there, however, it can be hard to maintain those levels. I use those levels of RH because I use tupperdores, which have a wonderful seal and hold humidity well. However, wooden humidors breathe quite a bit. Most people would use ~69% RH for wooden humidors.

Good luck! Enjoy the cigars, and I am very sorry to hear about your loss.

I bought a "Cigar Caddy" 5-stick travel case (amazon) 5 months ago and have been satisfied with the purchase. It is a little small and won't fit 5 bigger-gauge sticks, but it is just wide enough to fit a few NUBs vertically on one end.

Bonus, I got to handle it and a friends OtterBox dry box at the same time, and can confirm they come off the same assembly line. Only the sticker was different. This is also the same product as the "Herf-a-Dor" seen here.

If you are really rough on them, maybe re-purpose a Pelican like this one?

I have this Xikar 15-count travel humidor and it works great. Durable, holds humidity great, is waterproof, and it floats!

Use a Boveda pack, and leave the cello on, it'll protect the cigars in traveling. If you're buying Cubans at the LCDH (La Casa Del Habanos, only place to be guaranteed of buying authentic Cubans), real Cubans won't come in cellophane.

Have a great trip, I've been to Cozumel several times, and will actually be there for a single day on a cruise stop Thursday Dec. 28.

I just converted from humidor to tupperdor. Pick up a sistema in either 101 or 67 oz, and some boveda packs to keep the humidity. It's seriously the best way to keep sticks fresh and is super easy to setup.

So, I was in the same boat not long ago.I only had a small assortment of cigars and threw a boveda in a tupperdore. My readings were all over the place and I was distraught.

First things first. Calibrate your Hygrometer, MAKE SURE it is where it should be. Give this a try

Also, Get some cedar in there. Cedar is great at many things including soaking up some of that humidity and helping keep a nice steady environment. There is a reason real humidors are made of it. I used a couple of these blanks from Amazon

Now, After all this is done, GIVE IT TIME! It will take at least a week or so to settle down to a normal RH. Don't panic and just trust in the Boveda pack.

Plugging the hole is pretty easy. You can use pretty much anything you want. For mine I got those foam ear protection plugs. The ones you squeeze and then put into your ear and they conform to provide protection. I put two of those into the drain pipe, stuffed them in and then covered with a small layer of silicone. This way if for whatever reason I need to undo this it's just a little silicone on top and the foam ear things will just push out with a straw or something. You can even use tape...but for $5 for a tub of silicone is a no brainer when you will be storing potentially thousands of $$ of smokes. Why save a few cents now to loose many dollars later. But as I said, as long as it plugs the hole you will be fine.

Next for the hygrometer, I would recommend something such as :

https://www.amazon.com/Cigar-Oasis-Caliber-Digital-Hygromter/dp/B00JXOKQVW/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1538674709&sr=8-10&keywords=hygrometer

or

https://www.amazon.com/Inkbird-Thermometer-Hygrometer-Temperature-Humidity/dp/B0140UC9XQ/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1538674709&sr=8-15&keywords=hygrometer

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Both will get the job done. Also get a couple, so you can put one on bottom and one on top shelves.

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In my opinion there really isn't too much difference between the two. You will actually find a few companies with this "style" of meter. They just might have different button placements, but i'm almost 100% all of these are OEM'd by the same company in Asia and then they just do a few different touches (such as buttons, and placement) for different vendors. Either way, when ever you get a new hygrometer throw it into a ziploc with a Boveda overnight to confirm it is accurate. If it's within 1%RH (+/- 1) of the Boveda you are good to go.

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There's plenty! Here's an example of one (and it's cheaper without the glass too!):

https://www.amazon.com/Prestige-Group-Chalet-Humidor-Capacity/dp/B003V0L4RY/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1496669762&sr=8-6&keywords=humidor&th=1

While I like the design, I'm kind of sold on the window. I love to mire at my collection lol.

 

edit: So what are the chances the glass will cause issues?

In general, humidors are lined with spanish cedar, which absorbs moisture and helps maintain a desirable relative humidity (RH) for cigar storage. Do not put cigars into the humidor until after you have seasoned it and have a steady RH, because the spanish cedar may absorb the moisture from the cigars.

Different people recommend different RH, but I personally try to keep mine at about 65%. This will depend on the ambient humidity where you are smoking.

Check out this page for a few recommendations on how to season the humidor. There are different methods, and I personally prefer the no-wipe method. Make sure you use distilled water, not tap water.

You will also need some humidification devices to keep the RH at the desired level. Many people on here would recommend Boveda packs for a small to medium humidor because they are low-maintenance, dependable and can be recharged.

I went to a small herf last night, and took this with me. I got an easy 30 sticks in there, and there was certainly room for more. Plus you could run over it with your car and the sticks would be fine. I love pelican.

I live in CO at 6000ft (very dry) and use this humidor and humidification combo. It looks great and works great for me! Remember to season the humidor first (84% Boveda pack works good).

Prestige Import Group - The Chalet Glass Top Cigar Humidor - Capacity: 20-50 - Color: Black
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004JH6T3M/ref=sxts_1_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1501517610&sr=1

Drymistat Humidor Humidifer Tubes Set Your Humidor to 70% Humidity (Pack of 2) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015SYZY9O/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Fy1Fzb9HDTAVP

do you have any recommendations for digital & how to make sure they are calibrated?

i just got one of these in yesterday actually, since i dont like analog things. threw it in a baggy with salt/water mix to see what it shows and it was around 72 after being in there for a night.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0140UC9XQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1


is there any brand that is "better" or easiest to calibrate/manage over time? i picked that one cause price was good and had plenty of decent reviews. and most of them seemed to be about the same thing with diff name anyways.

figure if you got that much tied up you have tried a few things and done your research already :)

Sorry, I'm on mobile, but have had really good luck w swapping one of the cigars with one of these:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B015SYZY9O/ref=mp_s_a_1_fkmr0_1?qid=1453265817&sr=8-1-fkmr0&pi=AC_SX118_SY170_QL70&keywords=humidor+gel+stick#immersive-view_1453265886385

You might save them with some TLC. The question is is it worth it. Depends on the sticks. Assuming you want to proceed, get an airtight container something like this, put the cigars in with one of these. Then just wait a few months.

Canigetaholla pretty much covered you, but I'd like to add that I bought my first humidor from Amazon, and still use it today, 3 years later.

http://www.amazon.com/Quality-Importers-Capri-Humidor-Mahogany/dp/B0055QM9O4/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1368284415&sr=8-1-spell&keywords=Caprimhumidor

Yup. Just make sure it has an airtight seal and that you clean it out very well to rid it of the plastic smell.

I'd also throw some large 65%rh Boveda packs.

I use these. You might want to consider them as well. Inexpensive and don't take up too much room. And certainly don't smell like stale smoke :)

That's my favorite one for the moment. I also got a couple of these that have been going strong for a couple years: https://www.amazon.com/Scorch-Torch-Skyline-Lighter-Gunmetal/dp/B00G9ERJVO/ref=pd_sim_121_1?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00G9ERJVO&pd_rd_r=GG3YN4CYZNN3AZHBRDEB&pd_rd_w=ouC0N&pd_rd_wg=VWQP6&refRID=GG3YN4CYZNN3AZHBRDEB&th=1

I grabbed this to start. It's solid and hold humidity well. Other than that I grabbed a Drymistat Tube and it has been pretty set. I quickly moved into a Winedor though as 50 sticks is just too small if you consider smoking fro an extended amount of years.

This is the best and exactly what you need.

https://www.amazon.com/Sistema-1700-Collection-Rectangle-Container/dp/B002ARYB8I?pf_rd_p=dd4f5b57-ba5b-418b-a348-64ec62df14cc&pd_rd_wg=0Py5K&pf_rd_r=R5PS2EGNG7P032CQFWAJ&ref_=pd_gw_cr_simh&pd_rd_w=hOSZL&pd_rd_r=0311bab0-f171-4e9a-bf15-a7ac55a25cb0

and this

https://www.amazon.com/Boveda-patented-Unwrapped-Resealable-broadleaf/dp/B077KVC1VY/ref=sr_1_4?keywords=Boveda+65&qid=1573581468&sr=8-4

and this

https://www.amazon.com/Inkbird-ITH-10-Thermometer-Hygrometer-Temperature/dp/B0140UC9XQ/ref=sr_1_14?keywords=hygrometer&qid=1573581498&sr=8-14

How many groomsmen?


If you're just buying a cutter for this event no need to be fancy, just buy a cheap straight guillotine cutter, something like this. Unless you're trying to get a cutter for each groomsmen as well?

My lighter is a zippo with the butane torch insert, works really well. I also have a soft flame insert for it, but favor the torch.

This is the torch one I have It's pretty damn cheap if you already have the zippo case to use.

pick up the perfect draw tool. It works wonders on draw issues. you can get it on amazon now as well.

Do you have a good, calibrated hygrometer? If not, I recommend the Caliber IV.

You can season it a few ways....one of the common ways is to lightly wipe it down using a brand new sponge and distilled water. Don't use too much water - you don't want to warp it and ruin the seal, though if it's a cheap humidor it may already have a bad seal.

Another way is very simple - using Boveda seasoning packs. This method is nice because it slowly adds moisture and has less propensity to warp the wood. However, it takes 2 weeks and may don't have the patience for that.

Personally, I just use a Tupperdor - not mine pictured but I use that exact model. The Tupperdor has an airtight seal. Combined with 65% Boveda packs, it keeps perfect humidity.

I put my wineador together for a little under $200.

Kalamera Wine Fridge $109

Spanish Cedar Trays x4 $60

You can either go with Boveda packs or beads with this setup. I already had the beads from my humidor so I was already set. You'll probably want to get a hygrometer as well, probably another $23 for a caliber IV.

I took a chance on this wine fridge. The new air ones are way out of my price range. Also becareful of the amazon trays because sometimes they come with mold.

Edit: LOL I'm bad at math

Late to the party, but I've recently been liking the ScorchTorch and it's built in punch.

Oh good! Then yeah , just season w/ Bovedas. 1 per 25 cigar capacity + 1

Me too. I don't know if it's just bad luck or karma coming back to get me, but all the fancy ones just don't cut it.

Actually, I have a Scorch Torch. Apologies - I have a Vector too, and it also works well, but my every day is a Scorch. Here's the link to Amazon. $10!

https://www.amazon.com/Scorch-Torch-Skyline-Lighter-Gunmetal/dp/B00G9ERJVO/ref=sr_1_3_s_it?s=hpc&ie=UTF8&qid=1468517669&sr=1-3&keywords=cigar+lighter

Cuban Crafters makes the best cutter I’ve ever owned. Guaranteed for life. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DPYR4TC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_67CjDb94HW5K3

And this quad-torch lighter hasn’t let me down yet. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074JCJ3RW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_h9CjDb1ZMYE6H

A small one of these and 1 of these!

Easy as pie! What kind of cigars, may I ask?

Maybe some day I will. But someone has me beat me by a mile. Allow me to introduce the grand daddy of all books on Post Revolution Cuban Cigars. An Illustrated Encylopaedia of Post Revolution Havana Cigars

I ordered some Spanish Cedar pen blanks off Amazon, they are very nice.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00BYGL0F8

Cuban Crafters perfect cutter - Lifetime warranty. I've had one for years. $19 or $22 for the one that does 80 ring.

It looks like an Inkbird Hygrometer. Based on picts on Amazon the first number is temp and the second is humidity.

Cuban Crafters is frequently recommended. I bought one a couple weeks ago and like it a lot.

https://www.amazon.com/Cuban-Crafters-Perfect-Cutter-Chabetas/dp/B01DPYR4TC/ was the one I bought. The large does up to an 80 ring gauge and the medium does up to a 54. While I don't often go above 54, I went with the large.

You could maybe do some boxes for more regular sizes then cedar drawers , like the ones people use for wineadors for the oddballs? I think Amazon has em for $20ish


Edit:

Spanish Cedar Tray https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DHFGUU4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_xnjBybRNFYPJV


Spanish Cedar Cigar Tray https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B9234HE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_5njByb6W8GBH0

https://www.amazon.com/Illustrated-Encylopaedia-Revolution-Havana-Cigars/dp/3980930823

It's actually been done for Cubans and it's a respected book by aficionados.

I'm not sure if this is big enough but this is what I would recommend, or something similar


Pelican 1200 Case With Foam (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002INQT2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_9IhxDb35W4K98

I tried 2 other trays (the one on the bottom) from Amazon and none of them fit right because they are too big. But I finally found one that fits!

This will fit NewAir and Whynter models. So if you need extra storage for singles, get this. Im going to use it for cubans so the divider will come in handy. 👍

Link: Spanish Cedar Cigar Tray, Compatible with Display 5 or The Display 7 Cigar Humidor Models, by Quality Importers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DHFGUU4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_DrFrDb2CNSXY3

What you need is a travel humidor and since it sound like you're going to be flying with it, it needs to have a release valve for the air pressure from the plane.

What you need is something like this with that release valve. BTW I'm not saying buy this exact one. Just wanted to give you an idea of what to look for.

No, It doesn't have a glass top, I want to say it is this one, but I'm just guessing... It look a lot like this though

https://www.amazon.com/Prestige-Group-Chalet-Cherry-Humidor/dp/B003V0L4RY/ref=sr_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1518556898&sr=8-16&keywords=humidor

Totally smokable. For the future, though, dont put tape over it. You can get a jar of cigar glue on Amazon for $10USD and you just use the brush to glue it back together like in the picture. It's made of the same stuff they use to glue it together at the factory, so it's safe to smoke.

For cigars, you could get the reddit sampler or one of the mystery packs.

While zippo's aren't ideal, you can get a Navy one and replace the insert with a torch one, I have a thunderbird one and it works ok. I had to wrap it in one layer of electrical tape, but it was most likely my zippo case being really old and cheap.

For a cutter you can get a cut and smoke combo, not a bad deal.

I'm sitting here (still disappointed) an hour after excitedly coming home from work to open my new humidor. What a surprise when I opened the Chinese packaging to unveil: http://www.cheaphumidors.com/humidors/small-humidors/spearhead-black-walnut-40-count-desktop-humidor.html AKA https://www.amazon.com/Quality-Importers-Capri-Humidor-Mahogany/dp/B0055QM9O4

Stress cracks in the wood from the hinge mount screws, seal hopefully holds (lid seems quite loose), no hygrometer/lock/handles/window, and more money spent in boveda and now a hygrometer than worth it.

This isnt an imperfect humidor, it's a cheap import that I feel was grossly misrepresented. Did I get what I paid for? I guess, technically. Was it a deal? Not a chance.

Just bummed, really bummed.

I don't know if you're in the US or not but if you search "cedar tray" on Amazon you can get them for far less $50.

Spanish Cedar Tray

Amazon has 'em. 10 Cigar / 15 Cigar

Sistema 1870 Klip It Collection Rectangle Food Storage Container, 236 Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00284AG5U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_oR38BbBVG7BAC

Spanish Cedar Cigar Tray, Adjustable Divider, Fits Large Humidors, Made with Solid Spanish Cedar, by Quality Importers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00B9234HE/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_XR38BbE0CTEK8 X2

Boveda 65% RH 2-Way Humidity Control for Cubans, Oily Wrapper Cigars & Wooden Humidors, 4 Count 60-Gram Packets (Humidifier/Dehumidifier)-by Boveda Inc https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077KVC1VY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_oS38BbFS9D5MD

Inkbird ITH-10 Digital Thermometer and Hygrometer Temperature Humidity Monitor https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0140UC9XQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_MS38BbMD8GPNV

That should do it, cedar trays are optional but I found that they helped keep things organized

The manliest book about cigars you'll ever find and then you have the ultimate tome on cigars

Here you go! http://www.amazon.com/Illustrated-Encylopaedia-Revolution-Havana-Cigars/dp/3980930823

I might go with this also. http://www.amazon.com/Quality-Importers-Capri-Humidor-Mahogany/dp/B0055QM9O4/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1406610432&sr=8-10&keywords=humidor

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00JUERWT4/ref=mp_s_a_1_16_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1527721281&sr=8-16&keywords=xikar+cutter

You can get those propane heaters that they use at outdoor bars on amazon for $135.

http://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-Havana-Bronze-Commercial-Heater/dp/B00LILH3V4/ref=lp_553782_1_4?s=lawn-garden&ie=UTF8&qid=1464734564&sr=1-4

Winter is coming (eventually) this is great for winter smoking.

I just bought this guy and a bunch of short cigars in preparation.

Normally I'd say option 1 but since you are having the issue aquiring boveda, and after your reading you whole situation, I would go with option 2. However I personally would reccomend, these resuable tubes similar to the beads but use a gel instead.

I have a bunch of these from when I first started smoking and didn't know about bovedas. I take my used 65% bovedas and throw them in a ziplock with these and it recharges them after a while. I have enough bovedas that I just rotate them in and out.

http://www.amazon.com/Drymistat-Humidor-Humidifer-Tubes-Humidity/dp/B015SYZY9O/ref=sr_1_sc_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1458516835&sr=8-2-spell&keywords=humidification+tube+ciga

This: https://www.amazon.com/PerfecRepair-Cigar-Repair-Crack-Sealer/dp/B072BD918F/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=cigar+glue&qid=1569934592&sr=8-1

Sorry. That was supposed to say "air tight." I use the Klip It by Sistema.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002AS8NOA/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1482984026&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=Sistema&dpPl=1&dpID=41PeX5EK8JL&ref=plSrch

ALASKA BEAR® - Cigar Cutter Stainless Steel Guillotine Double Cut Blade in Black Gift Pouch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JUERWT4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_0s5TCb4KB8GT6

I’ve been using this guy for a year. As a cheap approach, it’s pretty good. No complaints thus far after 50 odd cuts.

> Short version - get distilled water, wipe down all of the interior wood surfaces of the humidor with a towel moistened with distilled water (without soaking them, you don't want them to crack). Put a shot glass of distilled water inside the humidor and let it sit for 24-48 hours bring the humidity way up. For a 50-count humidor, get 2 Boveda Seasoning Packs, throw them in your humidor and wait 14 days. Remove the shot glass Boveda Seasoning Packs, add your humidification element (boveda or beads preferably), (digital) hygrometer (calibrated (by you)), and sticks to the humidor. and let it rest for 24-48 hours. Verify that the RH is right (60-70% depending on your preferences) and then add cigars. DONE!

Made some correction the previous post. Wiping down the wood in a humidor can warp and crack the wood so it's not recommended.

Do we no longer approve of sistema

Bovedas are a two way humidty control packet. They sell one at a higher percentage for seasoning humidors.

Boveda 84% RH for Humidor Seasoning, Large 60 gram https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00FWPQB0Q/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_QQmRzbJY56H7H

Once your humidor is about 5 percent higher than your goal and not flucutating, swap it for a lower RH boveda (62, 65, or 69)

I bought a propane patio heater. It works really well as long as the wind is not too strong. Just had a two hour stick in 32 degree temps with a hoodie, no gloves, and no hat.

Haven't tried it, But perhaps a Pelican case? Airtight, watertight, and a spot for a padlock. They're durable as all hell, too. Anyway, just a thought.