Beginner Questions (Ask Them Here!)

[mravery]

Originally Posted by newcigar

hey, question from a noob,

what are the takes on a punch? good or bad?

Personally, I like to use a punch. I probably cut about 25% and punch 75%.

Cheers
Mark

Originally Posted by mravery

Personally, I like to use a punch. I probably cut about 25% and punch 75%.

Cheers
Mark

i was always curious about the punch, my lotus came with one, but i never knew how to use it, just stuck to the double guillotine

[mravery]

Originally Posted by newcigar

i was always curious about the punch, my lotus came with one, but i never knew how to use it, just stuck to the double guillotine

Also.. I should add.... I always put the 'un-punched' stick in my mouth for a min or so to soften the end before I punch it. Seems to make a bette , cleaner hole then trying to do it dry.

Cheers
Mark

[Langod]

I do the same, even with my usual guillotine cut. Definitely cuts down (pun!) on the ragged edges....

definitely worth considering on the next stick, maybe i'll try that punch on a cheaper stick first, i guess. thank you all.

[chachee52]

I just bought my first humidor and was wondering the best type of beads to get. There's the tubes which most people seem to be using, but on site that I've been shown has sheets. My humidor is just over 2200cu/in don't know if that matters, but what do you guys think is better the tubes or the sheets?
Another question, I'm going to need 2 of either, is it better to get two the same size or one big one small? Does it matter or just as long as it's the right coverage for the box?
Thanks guys!
Todd

[bobarian]

Originally Posted by chachee52

I just bought my first humidor and was wondering the best type of beads to get. There's the tubes which most people seem to be using, but on site that I've been shown has sheets. My humidor is just over 2200cu/in don't know if that matters, but what do you guys think is better the tubes or the sheets?
Another question, I'm going to need 2 of either, is it better to get two the same size or one big one small? Does it matter or just as long as it's the right coverage for the box?
Thanks guys!
Todd

I recommend Heartfeltindustries.com. I use a 2oz tube of 65% in my desktop and a pound each in my Vinotemps.

[chachee52]

Originally Posted by bobarian

I recommend Heartfeltindustries.com. I use a 2oz tube of 65% in my desktop and a pound each in my Vinotemps.

that's the company that was refered to me, but my main question is they have two styles a tube of beads and sheet/case. Which on is better?

[icehog3]

Originally Posted by chachee52

that's the company that was refered to me, but my main question is they have two styles a tube of beads and sheet/case. Which on is better?

For your size humidor, I would use the tube. Better for convienence, as they both perform the same.

[MrOneEyedBoh]

I believe they are for different applications. They all do their job efficiently.

Ok, quick question from a newbie.

I am buying my first humidor and have my eye on The Pompeii (http://www.cheaphumidors.com/HUM-100PR.html). I think I would like one with a glass top but have seen scattered comments about glass tops potentially causing problems. Could any experts please advise if this is generally true from experience?

Of course, would also love to hear the thoughts of any one that owns this particular humidor.

Thanks very much

[14holestogie]

Originally Posted by Doza

Ok, quick question from a newbie.

I am buying my first humidor and have my eye on The Pompeii (http://www.cheaphumidors.com/HUM-100PR.html). I think I would like one with a glass top but have seen scattered comments about glass tops potentially causing problems. Could any experts please advise if this is generally true from experience?

Of course, would also love to hear the thoughts of any one that owns this particular humidor.

Thanks very much

I bought a used one of the same model from the Bay and have had no issues with it holding humidity. Glass tops just add another variable if the seal isn't good, but I've had no issues with my 2 glass-tops.

[icehog3]

Originally Posted by 14holestogie

Glass tops just add another variable if the seal isn't good,

Tim is right, many glass top humidors hold humidity just fine, but getting one without a glass top removes one more potential issue regarding a proper seal.

Originally Posted by icehog3

Tim is right, many glass top humidors hold humidity just fine, but getting one without a glass top removes one more potential issue regarding a proper seal.

Thanks Tim and Tom, much appreciated.

Have been doing a lot of reading, but just a few more questions before I make the all important first purchase, if people wouldn't mind obliging.

1. Seasoning - Do people recommend/had good experience with the Boveda seasoning packs? Or do people just go with the bowl of water trick?

2. Humidity - Was looking at going with the Puck as my first humidity controller.
a) Do people recommend the 65% or 70%. I know it can be personal taste. I've read a lot about 65% being better, and would like to go with 65% But will the 65% Puck actually normally deliver less than 65% (and 70% =<70%) due to leakage etc?
b) Have people had good experiences with the Puck? Or would more people recommend Boveda packs or Heartfelt beads for a long-term cost effective solution? I need to decide on one!


3. Am looking at maybe buying from cheaphumidors.com unless anyone knows of a better site and/or a discount code?

[icehog3]

1. I have always just seasoned with the beads and distilled water, and never had a problem. Remember, seasoning takes a little patience and may take a few days...your Rh might jump around until it is fully seasoned.

2. I prefer 65% or lower, my cigars seem to smoke better and taste better at lower humidity. If you jave a humidor with a good seal and learn how to use the beads properly, it should hold right around 65%. Be sure you have a properly calibrated digital hygrometer as well. I used Heartfelt beads before getting active humidification for a large cabinet, and was happy with the results.

3. I bought two humidors from cheaphumidors and had good experiences with both.

[skier171]

Another Noob Question Here,

I have a 30ish ct humi. and Just got a 100 ct (selling the 30 to a friend, works out well to help me down the slippery slope...), but I'm thinking of going with the bigger puck?

Would you guys suggest that puck or to go with some other form of beads?

Thanks in advance.

[14holestogie]

Beads are much less maintenance. A little pricier upfront, but you're buying peace of mind. shilala or heartfelt both have them.

[Mugen910]

I concur with Tim, I've had a few pucks that come with the humidors and I end up just replacing them with beads.

[bobarian]

Cigarmony has puck shaped bead holders. http://www.cigarmony.com/puck-ifierpuck-10065.aspx

So does Heartfelt. http://www.heartfeltindustries.com/p...od=RH_Large_65

There is a volume calculator on the Heartfelt site that will tell you the amount of beads you need for your humidor.

[14holestogie]

Originally Posted by bobarian

Cigarmony has puck shaped bead holders. http://www.cigarmony.com/puck-ifierpuck-10065.aspx

Who says you can't have your cake and eat it too?
Good catch, Bob.