cigar shop lounge etiquette?

12-21-2009, 08:38 PM

So, there's a small smoking room at a smoke shop I go to and in this cold weather would be nice to use from time to time. I have a question on etiquette however. Is it okay to bring a smoke to smoke with you as long as you pick up a stick from them while there, or should you purchase the stick your gonna smoke while at the shop?
Thanks
-john

Eleven · 12-21-2009, 08:42 PM

My local B&M has a policy posted on the counter: "You are welcome to smoke here if you buy here"

I can't imagine anyone having an issue if you buy a stick, walk over to the table and fire up some other stick. Most of the time no one is even going to notice that.

My place is kinda big, so its easy to wander around and away from the employees, and there is more than one area to sit and smoke.

Gotta use your judgment but if they allow smoking, I would always make a purchase if I was going to sit and smoke there.

12-21-2009, 08:45 PM

Common Courtesy to support the B&M Lounge.

chippewastud79 · 12-21-2009, 08:51 PM

Buy atleast one stick. Sometimes I will come in with a lit stick and buy the second one, or buy the first one and light my own for the second. If you are a 'regular' and buy from them often, particularly 5'ers or boxes, the more you go the less the issue.

BengalMan · 12-21-2009, 08:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Eleven

My local B&M has a policy posted on the counter: "You are welcome to smoke here if you buy here"

I can't imagine anyone having an issue if you buy a stick, walk over to the table and fire up some other stick. Most of the time no one is even going to notice that.

My place is kinda big, so its easy to wander around and away from the employees, and there is more than one area to sit and smoke.

Gotta use your judgment but if they allow smoking, I would always make a purchase if I was going to sit and smoke there.

Where do you go in SW OH?

Eleven · 12-21-2009, 09:12 PM

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Originally Posted by BengalMan

Where do you go in SW OH?

The Wharf in Beavercreek. About 12 minutes from my house.

My wife went in the other day for the first time. And probably last time

They have a couple birds living in the shop, I have NO idea how they survive that smoke!

The Wharf

Savor the Stick · 12-21-2009, 08:49 PM

Good question. Most shops have their own guide lines on what they want and expect. Speaking only for myself I would pick up a couple of stick from them, but have what I want to smoke with me. Most (not all) B&M's are notorious for being over humidified because of the constant going in and out of the customers, and the doors opening and closing, new stock just have come in,....etc.

So I would purchase and let them know what I was doing and why as nicely as possible---and get there approval. I want the B&M I go to; to stay in business and be around in the future.

12-21-2009, 08:51 PM

Kevin, that's EXACTLY why I asked. Humidity. Would like a cigar that's rested a bit. Even bought from them, rested and brought back. Lol. Your recommendation seems quite reasonable.

BengalMan · 12-21-2009, 09:23 PM

Haha, I go through The Wharf at least once a month on account visits. I'm actually planning on going on Wednesday for a few hours to help them work the shop and hand out some cigars. I'll be there from about 11am-2pm on Wednesday. Stop by if you can, first cigar is on me.

Eleven · 12-22-2009, 07:26 AM

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Originally Posted by BengalMan

Haha, I go through The Wharf at least once a month on account visits. I'm actually planning on going on Wednesday for a few hours to help them work the shop and hand out some cigars. I'll be there from about 11am-2pm on Wednesday. Stop by if you can, first cigar is on me.

Thanks for the offer, but sadly thats about the worst day and time for me. Will either be finishing up work or already on my way to Columbus around then.

Now just about any other Wednesday and we're cool. But this one should be my last day of getting all that Christmas jewelry done and delivered!

icehog3 · 12-21-2009, 11:11 PM

I always buy when I go to smoke at a B&M. But I rarely smoke NCs, so I bring my own cigars to smoke. I gift the ones I buy to friends or to the Troops.

I will not frequent a B&M that has a policy against bringing in my own cigars. I don't flaunt the cigars I bring, nor do I tell people outside my group what I am smoking. I figure they can have me spend $20 or more and let me smoke what I want, or they can not get my (nor my friends') money. I know not everyone agrees with my thoughts on this, but that is how I feel. Doesn't make me right, that's just what I feel is reasonable.

pnoon · 12-21-2009, 11:19 PM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

I always buy when I go to smoke at a B&M. But I rarely smoke NCs, so I bring my own cigars to smoke. I gift the ones I buy to friends or to the Troops.

I will not frequent a B&M that has a policy against bringing in my own cigars. I don't flaunt the cigars I bring, nor do I tell people outside my group what I am smoking. I figure they can have me spend $20 or more and let me smoke what I want, or they can not get my (nor my friends') money. I know not everyone agrees with my thoughts on this, but that is how I feel. Doesn't make me right, that's just what I feel is reasonable.

There are some shops that expressly state they do not allow you to smoke something not purchased there. But I'm with Tom in how I handle this. One local B&M we occasionally meet at has a beer/wine bar and we patronize the establishement by spending quite a bit of $$$ at the bar. The owner has no problem with us bringing our own cigars to smoke. (Note: We also share a stick or two with him.)

icehog3 · 12-21-2009, 11:54 PM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

There are some shops that expressly state they do not allow you to smoke something not purchased there. But I'm with Tom in how I handle this. One local B&M we occasionally meet at has a beer/wine bar and we patronize the establishement by spending quite a bit of $$$ at the bar. The owner has no problem with us bringing our own cigars to smoke. (Note: We also share a stick or two with him.)

Good point, Peter...at one of my favorite B&Ms, Cigar King in Skokie, IL, the staff always gets a cigar or two in their breast pockets when I leave.

12-21-2009, 11:57 PM

The few times I've smoked in my local B&M, I bought what I smoked right before lighting up. Usually had a few others I bought too, but took them home. I have sat in there and seen guys come in from outside and go straight to a seat and pull out a stick they brought in a light up. Never buying anything. I'm pretty sure at least 2 of the guys I saw do this were regulars though. They were conversing with the owner a good bit on first name basis.

Mugen910 · 12-22-2009, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

I always buy when I go to smoke at a B&M. But I rarely smoke NCs, so I bring my own cigars to smoke. I gift the ones I buy to friends or to the Troops.

I will not frequent a B&M that has a policy against bringing in my own cigars. I don't flaunt the cigars I bring, nor do I tell people outside my group what I am smoking. I figure they can have me spend $20 or more and let me smoke what I want, or they can not get my (nor my friends') money. I know not everyone agrees with my thoughts on this, but that is how I feel. Doesn't make me right, that's just what I feel is reasonable.

The few times I've visited my local B&M they see my 5ct in hand. I usually just buy at the counter first, make small talk and then off to a comfy spot. They are there to make $$ which is fine for me as it provides a warm place to smoke.

pds · 12-22-2009, 08:53 AM

I simply ask someone in charge. They are running a business, and I intend to support it. If you share your dilemma in that way with the owner, and ask him what would constitute "support" for him, you won't question what he expects, and I bet you will have his respect as well.

Mr. Ed · 12-22-2009, 10:22 AM

I guess common courtesy would dictate buying something at the B&M and then going from there. If the policy is not stated explicitly just ask whoever is in charge.

icehog3 · 12-22-2009, 12:03 AM

Perhaps they make box purchases, and then bring in cigars they bought theit earlier to smoke, David?

I would never think of smoking at a B&M without spending some cash there.

12-22-2009, 12:26 AM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

Perhaps they make box purchases, and then bring in cigars they bought theit earlier to soke, David?

Probably so

icehog3 · 12-22-2009, 12:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Namerifrats

Probably so

Hope so, anyway.

12-21-2009, 08:38 PM	#1
strider Guest Posts: n/a	cigar shop lounge etiquette? So, there's a small smoking room at a smoke shop I go to and in this cold weather would be nice to use from time to time. I have a question on etiquette however. Is it okay to bring a smoke to smoke with you as long as you pick up a stick from them while there, or should you purchase the stick your gonna smoke while at the shop? Thanks -john

12-21-2009, 08:42 PM	#2
Eleven Solid As The Sun Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Scott Location: SW Ohio Posts: 1,859 Trading: (23)	Re: cigar shop lounge etiquette? My local B&M has a policy posted on the counter: "You are welcome to smoke here if you buy here" I can't imagine anyone having an issue if you buy a stick, walk over to the table and fire up some other stick. Most of the time no one is even going to notice that. My place is kinda big, so its easy to wander around and away from the employees, and there is more than one area to sit and smoke. Gotta use your judgment but if they allow smoking, I would always make a purchase if I was going to sit and smoke there. __________________ CA: putting the 'man' in bromance since 2008! --markem.

12-21-2009, 08:45 PM	#3
tobii3 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: cigar shop lounge etiquette? Common Courtesy to support the B&M Lounge.

12-21-2009, 08:51 PM	#4
chippewastud79 Fatter than you! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Larry Location: A little place called home. Posts: 5,397 Trading: (44)	Re: cigar shop lounge etiquette? Buy atleast one stick. Sometimes I will come in with a lit stick and buy the second one, or buy the first one and light my own for the second. If you are a 'regular' and buy from them often, particularly 5'ers or boxes, the more you go the less the issue. __________________ If we weren't supposed to eat animals, then how come they're made of meat? You can never have too many cigars, they are like an investment in good times.

12-21-2009, 08:49 PM	#7
Savor the Stick ~Loves the Lord~ Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Kevin, or just K Location: Wichita Falls, Texas Posts: 1,945 Trading: (67)	Re: cigar shop lounge etiquette? Good question. Most shops have their own guide lines on what they want and expect. Speaking only for myself I would pick up a couple of stick from them, but have what I want to smoke with me. Most (not all) B&M's are notorious for being over humidified because of the constant going in and out of the customers, and the doors opening and closing, new stock just have come in,....etc. So I would purchase and let them know what I was doing and why as nicely as possible---and get there approval. I want the B&M I go to; to stay in business and be around in the future. __________________ Pastor K Please Support the Troops

12-21-2009, 08:51 PM	#8
strider Guest Posts: n/a	Re: cigar shop lounge etiquette? Kevin, that's EXACTLY why I asked. Humidity. Would like a cigar that's rested a bit. Even bought from them, rested and brought back. Lol. Your recommendation seems quite reasonable.

12-21-2009, 09:23 PM	#9
BengalMan Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ian Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 1,280 Trading: (10)	Re: cigar shop lounge etiquette? Haha, I go through The Wharf at least once a month on account visits. I'm actually planning on going on Wednesday for a few hours to help them work the shop and hand out some cigars. I'll be there from about 11am-2pm on Wednesday. Stop by if you can, first cigar is on me.

12-21-2009, 11:11 PM	#11
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,308 Trading: (60)	Re: cigar shop lounge etiquette? I always buy when I go to smoke at a B&M. But I rarely smoke NCs, so I bring my own cigars to smoke. I gift the ones I buy to friends or to the Troops. I will not frequent a B&M that has a policy against bringing in my own cigars. I don't flaunt the cigars I bring, nor do I tell people outside my group what I am smoking. I figure they can have me spend $20 or more and let me smoke what I want, or they can not get my (nor my friends') money. I know not everyone agrees with my thoughts on this, but that is how I feel. Doesn't make me right, that's just what I feel is reasonable. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

12-21-2009, 11:57 PM	#14
Namerifrats Guest Posts: n/a	Re: cigar shop lounge etiquette? The few times I've smoked in my local B&M, I bought what I smoked right before lighting up. Usually had a few others I bought too, but took them home. I have sat in there and seen guys come in from outside and go straight to a seat and pull out a stick they brought in a light up. Never buying anything. I'm pretty sure at least 2 of the guys I saw do this were regulars though. They were conversing with the owner a good bit on first name basis.

12-22-2009, 08:53 AM	#16
pds Club Stogie guy Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Paul Location: Minnesota Posts: 35 Trading: (0)	Re: cigar shop lounge etiquette? I simply ask someone in charge. They are running a business, and I intend to support it. If you share your dilemma in that way with the owner, and ask him what would constitute "support" for him, you won't question what he expects, and I bet you will have his respect as well.

12-22-2009, 10:22 AM	#17
Mr. Ed A horse is a horse... Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ed...duh Location: THE Burgh Posts: 499 Trading: (6)	Re: cigar shop lounge etiquette? I guess common courtesy would dictate buying something at the B&M and then going from there. If the policy is not stated explicitly just ask whoever is in charge.

12-22-2009, 12:03 AM	#18
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,308 Trading: (60)	Re: cigar shop lounge etiquette? Perhaps they make box purchases, and then bring in cigars they bought theit earlier to smoke, David? I would never think of smoking at a B&M without spending some cash there. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark! Last edited by icehog3; 12-22-2009 at 12:42 AM.