Here's a newbie question, sorry...

Remo · 03-01-2011, 12:21 AM

if this has been asked before and answered but how does one pack cigars to be sent by mail? I have packed and shipped watches in the past but I suppose cigars are a different animal. I know the USPS flat rate box but what's the best way to keep them safe? and do you put a humi pack in there or just a zip lock? Thanks

JaKaacH · 03-01-2011, 12:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Remo_5_0

if this has been asked before and answered but how does one pack cigars to be sent by mail? I have packed and shipped watches in the past but I suppose cigars are a different animal. I know the USPS flat rate box but what's the best way to keep them safe? and do you put a humi pack in there or just a zip lock? Thanks

Its against the law to ship tobacco..

emopunker2004 · 03-01-2011, 12:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Remo_5_0

if this has been asked before and answered but how does one pack cigars to be sent by mail? I have packed and shipped watches in the past but I suppose cigars are a different animal. I know the USPS flat rate box but what's the best way to keep them safe? and do you put a humi pack in there or just a zip lock? Thanks

either bubble wrap pouches then into the box or ziplock baggie and bubble wrap in the box.

emopunker2004 · 03-01-2011, 12:39 AM

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Originally Posted by JaKaacH

Its against the law to ship tobacco..

Bill86 · 03-01-2011, 01:00 AM

I go with 5 finger bags and packing peanuts. Hasn't done me wrong. It seems flat rates with DC always come in good shape too. Me thinks they don't kick anything with DC or insurance on it.

EDIT no humi paks or anything. Cigars should be fine for the 2-3 days it takes to get the package a few states over or cross country.

Remo · 03-01-2011, 01:17 AM

Thanks guys

emopunker2004 · 03-01-2011, 01:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Bill86

I go with 5 finger bags and packing peanuts. Hasn't done me wrong. It seems flat rates with DC always come in good shape too. Me thinks they don't kick anything with DC or insurance on it.

EDIT no humi paks or anything. Cigars should be fine for the 2-3 days it takes to get the package a few states over or cross country.

you have a point there. especially the small flat rate boxes. seems like they arrive in brand new just packed condition

Eleven · 03-01-2011, 07:29 AM

I have never had damaged cigars arrive to me when they were sent in 5 finger bags and the small flat rate box. Some boxes have been slightly damaged, but every single time so far, the smokes have been fine.

mosesbotbol · 03-01-2011, 07:37 AM

I clingwrap each cigar and works like a charm to keep them humid for several days.

md4958 · 03-01-2011, 08:25 AM

Stickies are your friend Mike. This was in the New Inmate forum. Most of them are very informative, and I recommend that if you havent, take a bit of time and go through them.

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=3267

hotreds · 03-01-2011, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by JaKaacH

Its against the law to ship tobacco..

Wow! I guess we have a whole lotta companies breaking the law out there! Openly, at that!

Good advice above. I remember that someone sent me some smokes from across the pond and to save money just used a plain manilla envelope. The only thing those cigars were good for was a nice big chaw!

Remo · 03-01-2011, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by md4958

Stickies are your friend Mike. This was in the New Inmate forum. Most of them are very informative, and I recommend that if you havent, take a bit of time and go through them.

http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=3267

Doh! Thanks Moe. Right in front of my face. Sorry

md4958 · 03-01-2011, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by Remo_5_0

Doh! Thanks Moe. Right in front of my face. Sorry

No apologies necessary.

03-01-2011, 12:21 AM	#1
Remo C.I.A Join Date: Feb 2011 First Name: Mike Location: Palm Harbor, Florida Posts: 12,597 Trading: (122)	Here's a newbie question, sorry... if this has been asked before and answered but how does one pack cigars to be sent by mail? I have packed and shipped watches in the past but I suppose cigars are a different animal. I know the USPS flat rate box but what's the best way to keep them safe? and do you put a humi pack in there or just a zip lock? Thanks

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Bill86 Snob Join Date: Jul 2010 First Name: Bill Posts: 6,704 Trading: (67)	Re: Here's a newbie question, sorry... I go with 5 finger bags and packing peanuts. Hasn't done me wrong. It seems flat rates with DC always come in good shape too. Me thinks they don't kick anything with DC or insurance on it. EDIT no humi paks or anything. Cigars should be fine for the 2-3 days it takes to get the package a few states over or cross country.

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Remo C.I.A Join Date: Feb 2011 First Name: Mike Location: Palm Harbor, Florida Posts: 12,597 Trading: (122)	Re: Here's a newbie question, sorry... Thanks guys

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Eleven Solid As The Sun Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Scott Location: SW Ohio Posts: 1,859 Trading: (23)	Re: Here's a newbie question, sorry... I have never had damaged cigars arrive to me when they were sent in 5 finger bags and the small flat rate box. Some boxes have been slightly damaged, but every single time so far, the smokes have been fine. __________________ CA: putting the 'man' in bromance since 2008! --markem.

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mosesbotbol That's a Corgi Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moses Location: Boston Posts: 6,171 Trading: (6)	Re: Here's a newbie question, sorry... I clingwrap each cigar and works like a charm to keep them humid for several days. __________________ Port Wine & Claret \| British Cars \| Welsh Corgi's

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md4958 Captain Cannoli Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moe Location: Suffield, CT Posts: 5,712 Trading: (62)	Re: Here's a newbie question, sorry... Stickies are your friend Mike. This was in the New Inmate forum. Most of them are very informative, and I recommend that if you havent, take a bit of time and go through them. http://www.cigarasylum.com/vb/showthread.php?t=3267 __________________ "One fart can foul the air for everyone" - Esteemed philosopher "If avoiding the nasty $hit is being a snob, them I am guilty as charged."- Same esteemed philosopher.