Forum: All Cigar Discussion
02-22-2013, 06:01 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 10,466
Re: When You Find A Beetle
Took my sticks out of the freezer yesterday and placed them in the frig. Looking forward to re-introducing them to the humidor this evening after work. I actually cheated yesterday evening and...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
02-17-2013, 06:44 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 10,466
Re: When You Find A Beetle
I saw mentioned more than a few times to make sure my freezer is cold enough. How cold is "cold enough." I don't own a deep freeze as was mentioned in a video link suggested by Zane. Would a...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
02-16-2013, 08:08 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 10,466
Re: When You Find A Beetle
Sorry I haven't gotten back with you sooner but I had Internet Connection issues. It's fixed now. I have repackaged all of the cigars in freezer bags and they are in the freezer. I also found...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
02-15-2013, 07:59 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 10,466
When You Find A Beetle
What's the advice when you find a live bettle in the humidor? I always do the freezer protocol that I've learned on this forum with all the cigars that I buy. About 2-3 months ago I saw a cigar...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
11-28-2012, 06:58 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 7,535
Re: Nub Cigars
I've been reading the recommendations, thanks. Like all cigars, everyone has their favorite so I found this sampler pack; two of each kind. I'm sure I find my favorite soon.
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
11-16-2012, 02:52 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 7,535
Re: Nub Cigars
FNA, I guess I missed the boat with Nubs but after last night, my thoughts are a bit different. I'm surprised by the times you gave me. That cigar really only lasted 20 minutes. So am I reading...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
11-16-2012, 05:53 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 7,535
Nub Cigars
Over the past few months I decided to do a bit of cleaning out of my humidor, smoking odd cigars that I've picked up over the years as gifts. You know the ones you get from friends that buy you a...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
11-15-2012, 07:33 AM
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Replies: 143
Views: 49,772
Re: Fake Cohiba?
I got these same cigars as a gift from my wife who was in Haiti. She bought them from a roadside vender being told and believing they were CC's. Just as everyone else stated they were very poorly...
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Forum: Accessory Discussion / Reviews
10-31-2012, 07:09 AM
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Replies: 14
Views: 6,852
Re: Cigar band adhesion
I buy a lot of locally made cigars from Ybor City that are not banded. I've always thought of labeling them so I could remember their names. Would someone be willing to post pictures of their home...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
10-24-2012, 09:33 AM
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Replies: 51
Views: 16,960
Re: Surrogates
I was only looking at the single cigar prices. You're right about the box price. Thanks for bringing it to my attention.
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
10-24-2012, 07:22 AM
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Replies: 51
Views: 16,960
Re: Surrogates
Prior to seeing this, I never heard of the Surrogates brand, so I decided to check out their Web Site. I don't know what the rest of you think about the pricing but I don't see much of a difference...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
06-08-2012, 06:24 AM
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Replies: 45
Views: 16,491
Re: Cigar Boss App
How? I've been trying for a week now to figure it out.[/QUOTE]
I have an iPhone and this is how my version works. Hit the brands icon on the home page. In the upper right hand corner of the...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
06-07-2012, 09:50 AM
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Replies: 45
Views: 16,491
Re: Cigar Boss App
Not all cigars are listed but I bet it had over 80%. The ones that weren't listed on mine were the ones that were locally made. But you can add these manually with all information about the cigar...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
06-07-2012, 05:49 AM
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Replies: 45
Views: 16,491
Re: Cigar Boss App
Well, I downloaded the newest update for Cigar Boss and "My Humidor" list came back. I was very tempted to delete the app and try a different one. Something told me that maybe the next update would...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
05-30-2012, 01:39 PM
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Replies: 45
Views: 16,491
Re: Cigar Boss App
Had Cigar Boss for about 2 months. On the last app update, I lost all of my inventory in "My Humidor." Contacted the site and they knew it would happen but there was nothing that could be done to...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
05-02-2012, 07:09 AM
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Replies: 27
Views: 21,807
Re: Traveling tips anyone?
Am I over thinking this but for the folks who bring their lighters, do you drain the butane out as not to cause them to potentially explode due to pressure changes?
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Forum: Accessory Discussion / Reviews
04-27-2012, 06:32 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 13,687
Re: Online database software
Abanytime, No ETA on version 4.0. He just said they were aware of the problems I was having and will be working out the kinks in the newer version.
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Forum: Accessory Discussion / Reviews
04-25-2012, 01:01 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 13,687
Re: Online database software
I contacted Cigar Boss today concerning their apps ability to delete and add information on cigars and was told that their newer version (4.0) would have those functions. I was really impressed by...
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Forum: Accessory Discussion / Reviews
04-24-2012, 07:30 AM
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Replies: 26
Views: 13,687
Re: Online database software
I took the advice of several members here and downloaded Cigar Boss 3.0 yesterday. So far I've been able to inventory my humidor which I've never done before. That's nice to know what I really have...
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Forum: Accessory Discussion / Reviews
11-16-2011, 05:56 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 4,396
Bead Cases vs. Round Bead Holders
Heartfelt Industries is now selling a round bead holder filled with their humidifying beads similar to those cheaper humidifiers. Has anyone had any experience with these? I can't see why they...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
10-02-2011, 04:45 PM
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Replies: 2
Views: 3,283
Cigar Beetles
Hey folks, received a box of Cohibas from a friend. I put them immediately in the freezer for 8 days. I took them out today and removed each one from their cellophane wrapper. One cigar (which I...
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Forum: Accessory Discussion / Reviews
08-26-2011, 02:46 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 10,934
Humidor Temperature
If you live in Florida (like I do) how do you keep the temperature of your humidor in the low 70's as suggested. Even when home with the A/C on, the best I can do is the high 70's. During the day...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
08-17-2011, 01:40 PM
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Replies: 22
Views: 8,568
Re: Cigar Shape
Great information. Thanks. When you say just "snip the tip," do you do so straight like a non torpedo cigar or more like a bevel cut. This is not a joke question, I really don't know now, based on...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
08-17-2011, 09:05 AM
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Replies: 22
Views: 8,568
Cigar Shape
Is there any reason or benefit that a person would smoke a torpedo vs. a Robusto (rounded end) shaped cigar? Is it the cigar roller's decision based on a particular tobacco leaf or is it how they...
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Forum: All Cigar Discussion
08-16-2011, 06:01 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 13,209
Re: Partially Smoked Cigar
Thanks for the replies. Sorry I didn't get back with you sooner. Here's what happened. My wife just ordered some Drew Estate Acid Cigars. Smoked 1/2 of a Maduro and wanted to save it. I had...
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