Originally Posted by irratebass (Post 1409481)

Wolf V Cutters

Originally Posted by CigarNut (Post 1409541)

Sorry, but I cannot resist this: This link should help (Click this link -- it's pretty cool). :noon

Thanks ToE!

Originally Posted by ApexAZ (Post 1448923)

I bought some Gurkha Regent Toro cigars and have had some issues with the wrapper cracking. I had one last night and the wrapper cracked about 1.5 inches up the length of the cigar when I punched it. I assume this means they might be a little dehydrated. My humidor seems to be holding around 68% RH and I'm wondering how long I should let these sit before they are properly rehydrated?

Originally Posted by SteelCityBoy (Post 1448943)

I try my best to let my smokes rest for about a month before smoking them. Sometimes however I just can't resist! It really depends I guess on where the sticks are coming from. If you just pick them up from a local B&M they should be good to go. When they come from long airborn trips it is best to let them bask in some good relative humidity for a bit. Also could be that someone just handed you a dried out stick which in that case could take a bit longer to bring back to good life. :2

Originally Posted by ApexAZ (Post 1449061)

I purchased from CI, which were shipped ground from PA to AZ. They took about 7 days. My guess is that they got a little dry.

I do really enjoy the flavor, but the wrapper and draw have been a little challenging on a couple.

Originally Posted by T.G (Post 1448942)

Certain Gurkha cigars are infamous for fragile, splitting and exploding wrappers.

Originally Posted by md4958 (Post 1449101)

Given the arid climate you live in, I would probably give most cigar 3-4 weeks to acclimate.

You mentioned draw issues, were they tight, like they were plugged? Could you feel a hard spot under or around the band area?

Originally Posted by irratebass (Post 1453738)

Which is better for humidification, the gel or the boveda packs? I heard the gel you can use for years, just refill with dstilled water, and the packs are only good for a fw months, but I want your opinions.

Originally Posted by irratebass (Post 1453738)

Which is better for humidification, the gel or the boveda packs? I heard the gel you can use for years, just refill with dstilled water, and the packs are only good for a fw months, but I want your opinions.

Originally Posted by Bill86 (Post 1453741)

You can recharge the boveda packs. The gel is messy and IMHO ...crap.

Originally Posted by kydsid (Post 1453743)

In my experience the boveda packs because they provide more consitent humidity levels in a humidor than gel. That is more important to me than lifespan. All things equal though I don't use either in my regular humidors. I do use boveda packs in the traveldor.

Beads (either type) are really the only answer to humidor humidifiaction IMO. Consistent humidity and long lasting. Don't bother with lesser options. ;)

Originally Posted by Mattso3000 (Post 1453756)

I've had the xikar jar in my 150 for 11 months and it's been locked on 68 on the hygrometer since I put it in.

Originally Posted by irratebass (Post 1453753)

Ok I am now confused, Which of these do you suggest, not saying I am getting them, I am just wanting some opinions:

http://www.neptunecigar.com/pr/xikar..._jar_4_oz.aspx

http://www.neptunecigar.com/pr/cigel_humidifier.aspx

Originally Posted by irratebass (Post 1453758)

Are these considered beads?

Originally Posted by kydsid (Post 1453777)

I would go with the Ci-Gel as it says to add distilled water. The Xikar say used propylene glycol. The implication is the Ci-Gel itself is the regulator for humidity whereas the Xikar is just a matrix for PG similar to florist foam.

I would still use a boveda pack instead of either one.






No. Xikar does not make beads. Beads are those from Shilalabeads or Heartfelt. Take the free option for now but save some money to get beads. They are really not that expensive. Around $30 a pound which is good for a large humidor. I run 2.5lbs, more than needed actually, in each of my edgestars.

Originally Posted by CigarNut (Post 1453862)

I thought you were going to go with Boveda Packs? I would go with the Boveda packs and stay away from (any kind) gel (Xikar or other brand).

Originally Posted by kydsid (Post 1453777)

I would go with the Ci-Gel as it says to add distilled water. The Xikar say used propylene glycol. The implication is the Ci-Gel itself is the regulator for humidity whereas the Xikar is just a matrix for PG similar to florist foam.

I would still use a boveda pack instead of either one.






No. Xikar does not make beads. Beads are those from Shilalabeads or Heartfelt. Take the free option for now but save some money to get beads. They are really not that expensive. Around $30 a pound which is good for a large humidor. I run 2.5lbs, more than needed actually, in each of my edgestars.

Originally Posted by 44stampede (Post 1519643)

What are the edgestars that you are referring to? Do people convert wine coolers to humidors?

Originally Posted by MurphysLaw (Post 1519647)

Yup, check out this thread: http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=48955

Originally Posted by deaster25 (Post 1526911)

I just bought a tube of beads from heartfelt for my humidor. The way I had it set up before was with a generic tube of gel that I had separated from the cigars with a divider. My question is, can I remove the divider and let the tube come in direct contact with the cigars without any chance of harming the cigars. Also would the cigars closest to the tube be more humid than the ones on the other side? I have a 50 count and I bought the tube that is double the required minimum size.

Originally Posted by Eros (Post 1540526)

So I just got a humidor yesterday. I salt tested a digital hygrometer and calibrated it accordingly. Then I placed a shot glass with water in the humidor and closed the lid with the hygrometer inside. The humidity rose to 87%. I took out the glass, placed in some hydrating beads and the humidity has stayed at 68%. Did I get lucky? Most people say it takes at least a few days to season. Should I wait a little longer? I just bought some cigars and they were on the road for 5 days and have been in their bag for an additional two. I would like to get them in as quickly as I can.

Originally Posted by Eros (Post 1541105)

So how low is too low as far as rh goes? I mean I don't think 62 is too much lower than 65 in regards to negatively impacting the cigars, but when should I worry? When its down in the mid 50's? Lastly, when I start adding more cigars, and the humidity keeps dropping, should I just re-season the humidor? Sorry for all the questions, I am a newbie after all.

Originally Posted by Eros (Post 1541137)

Ok good. I am going to re season my humidor properly. Now I've heard varying opinions on this. Some say never to add any water directly to the wood and just let a shot glass of distilled water or a damp sponge sit in there on a baggie for a day or more. Others says apply water to the wood lightly and repeat every half hour until the wood is saturated. What has worked best for you guys?

Originally Posted by Eros (Post 1541137)

Ok good. I am going to re season my humidor properly. Now I've heard varying opinions on this. Some say never to add any water directly to the wood and just let a shot glass of distilled water or a damp sponge sit in there on a baggie for a day or more. Others says apply water to the wood lightly and repeat every half hour until the wood is saturated. What has worked best for you guys?

Originally Posted by mase (Post 1541293)

Someone told me that he stores his cigars in the vegetable drawer of the refrigerator. To the best of my knowledge he is not using any humidification device. Can anyone help me understand why he might do this?

I understand the cold would keep any beetle eggs from hatching. I doubt the drawer would keep consistent humidity.