Cutting non-smokers cigars

croatan · 11-04-2008, 08:00 AM

I always say "want me to cut it for you?" as I pull it out. Then, I turn it at an angle so he (or she) can see how much I'm cutting off and say something like "all you have to do is just barely shave the cap."

md4958 · 11-04-2008, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by croatan

I also way "want me to cut it for you?" as I pull it out. Then, I turn it at an angle so he (or she) can see how much I'm cutting off and say something like "all you have to do is just barely shave the cap."

Thats actually a great suggestion.

SmokeyJoe · 11-04-2008, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by croatan

I always say "want me to cut it for you?" as I pull it out. Then, I turn it at an angle so he (or she) can see how much I'm cutting off and say something like "all you have to do is just barely shave the cap."

Great advice... this is how I approach it as well. Really wasn't sure how to vote in the poll...

Excellent question for discussion, by the way!

Scottw · 11-04-2008, 08:33 AM

Did your buddy seem to be objectionable to you clipping the stick? Maybe next time show him how to do it.

md4958 · 11-04-2008, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Scottw

Did your buddy seem to be objectionable to you clipping the stick? Maybe next time show him how to do it.

Not at all.

11-04-2008, 08:57 AM

I always cut for my non smoker friends now.... too many times they've cut at least a quarter inch PAST the cap...... and then they wonder why the cigar unravels.

dannyboy · 11-04-2008, 09:22 AM

I have learned to offer to cut, and then show them how as I do it. As stated above, letting them watch while you say, "Just shave the cap off" works great. Too many awkward moments with people asking if I can cut it for them and feeling bad about it, or watching someone lop off 1/4" made me realize that offering is a good idea.

groogs · 11-04-2008, 09:32 AM

I only have one friend that I smoke with on ocasion, and he only smokes cigars if he is with me. The first time we were having a smoke together, I showed him how to cut a cigar, using mine as an example, and then I let him cut his his own. I think cutting the cigar is part of the experience, so I wanted to let him do the honors. I think it is worth the time to show a non cigar smoker how to cut it properly.

11-04-2008, 09:36 AM

I usually find myself heading a cigar circle training session, explaining and showing how to cut and toast as we all start up... I do usually ask if I need to cut for people as well if the don't feel comfortable.

Coz77 · 11-04-2008, 09:37 AM

Wow I'm surprised I'm the only one who voted "No, give them the option of doing it themselves, even if they screw it up"

I just show them Ron's (RGD) post... After reading that one Ive never screwed up a cut. Best resource out there IMO.

jaycarla · 11-05-2008, 09:24 PM

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Originally Posted by croatan

I always say "want me to cut it for you?" as I pull it out. Then, I turn it at an angle so he (or she) can see how much I'm cutting off and say something like "all you have to do is just barely shave the cap."

Perfect.

View Poll Results: Should you cut a cigar for a non-smoker
Yeah, it makes life easier and you can get on to the smoke	30	31.91%
No, give them the option of doing it themselves, even if they screw it up	8	8.51%
Take the time and show them how to cut, even if they dont care	56	59.57%
Voters: 94. You may not vote on this poll

11-04-2008, 08:00 AM	#1
croatan Missing Peter Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: James Location: la Vuelta Abajo Posts: 3,727 Trading: (6)	Re: Cutting non-smokers cigars I always say "want me to cut it for you?" as I pull it out. Then, I turn it at an angle so he (or she) can see how much I'm cutting off and say something like "all you have to do is just barely shave the cap." __________________ Fumo ergo sum.

11-04-2008, 08:33 AM	#4
Scottw Going Commando Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Location: Sussex, NJ Posts: 2,817 Trading: (6)	Re: Cutting non-smokers cigars Did your buddy seem to be objectionable to you clipping the stick? Maybe next time show him how to do it. __________________ "Ray when someone asks you if your a GOD you say yes."

11-04-2008, 08:57 AM	#6
Hardcz Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Cutting non-smokers cigars I always cut for my non smoker friends now.... too many times they've cut at least a quarter inch PAST the cap...... and then they wonder why the cigar unravels.

11-04-2008, 09:22 AM	#7
dannyboy Still Watching My Back Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Daniel Location: Maui, HI Posts: 202 Trading: (31)	Re: Cutting non-smokers cigars I have learned to offer to cut, and then show them how as I do it. As stated above, letting them watch while you say, "Just shave the cap off" works great. Too many awkward moments with people asking if I can cut it for them and feeling bad about it, or watching someone lop off 1/4" made me realize that offering is a good idea.

11-04-2008, 09:32 AM	#8
groogs Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Grant Posts: 1,945 Trading: (62)	Re: Cutting non-smokers cigars I only have one friend that I smoke with on ocasion, and he only smokes cigars if he is with me. The first time we were having a smoke together, I showed him how to cut a cigar, using mine as an example, and then I let him cut his his own. I think cutting the cigar is part of the experience, so I wanted to let him do the honors. I think it is worth the time to show a non cigar smoker how to cut it properly.

11-04-2008, 09:36 AM	#9
Benwoo Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Cutting non-smokers cigars I usually find myself heading a cigar circle training session, explaining and showing how to cut and toast as we all start up... I do usually ask if I need to cut for people as well if the don't feel comfortable.

11-04-2008, 09:37 AM	#10
Coz77 Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: NY Posts: 307 Trading: (1)	Re: Cutting non-smokers cigars Wow I'm surprised I'm the only one who voted "No, give them the option of doing it themselves, even if they screw it up" I just show them Ron's (RGD) post... After reading that one Ive never screwed up a cut. Best resource out there IMO.