What's Your Latest Accessory Purchase?

[WNYTONY]

Its really grown on me.

First, I had to relearn to manipulate this style of cutter as I have almost exclusively used xikar-style cutters for years.

Not sure what you mean by bite (sounds negative), but the thing I've come to like about it is that once you line it up and close on the cap - it "bites" in and you don't get that slip over the top or slanted cut (assuming you lined it up right).

Give me a couple days - I've been wanting to do an experiment where I cut a few cigars side by side with each and compare the results.

Well it's like teeth so I imagine it would bite down and tear the wrapper and not leave a clean cut.
Like biting off the end of a beef stick versus cutting it with a knife ?

[josh lucky 13]

Well it's like teeth so I imagine it would bite down and tear the wrapper and not leave a clean cut.
Like biting off the end of a beef stick versus cutting it with a knife ?

You an expert on biting beef sticks?

[WNYTONY]

You an expert on biting beef sticks?

Don't think I ever held myself out to be an expert but I have bitten my fair share. I've never taken a bite from the beef stick of penna stogey at the Orgy though, despite him offering it up on multiple occasions

[penna stogey]

Don't think I ever held myself out to be an expert but I have bitten my fair share. I've never taken a bite from the beef stick of penna stogey at the Orgy though, despite him offering it up on multiple occasions

Just say your scared Josh, the mighty Cigarfest Orgy is a buffet of beef sticks... Remember young grasshopper, it's a buffet, not a competition!! Word to the wise.

[SoCal gunner]

So what's the verdict after some usage TJ ? Driving and listening to the podcast and he is really talking it up this week. Does it give a clean cut or does it bite the end of ? Inquiring minds want to knowhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220625/4de64b0d39c3e42b6ea807a5543cd852.jpg
Ok, here's a side by side comparison with a Xikar X3 with low miles on it.

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The Victims, err test subjects.

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And
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Shots of cut, cap, litter for each.

[SoCal gunner]

Next cigar... (Churchil, w/bit of a different cap)

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And now a 60rg...

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The 60 rg cut had the biggest variance- the xikar kinda slid during the cut. Can totally blame it on user error and the fact the xikar is rated as upto 54rg and that this was just a one shot cut. That said, I believe the bite of the serrations helps prevent a slide like that.

[SoCal gunner]

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Caps maybe a little cleaner with the Xikar?

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Close up of the serrations- they aren't that pronounced - before purchase I pictured them being more like two steak knives coming together, but the photo shows otherwise. (Look at the back of the right-side blade)

[josh lucky 13]

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Caps maybe a little cleaner with the Xikar?

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220625/ed8bb77dc745579fdb0e08880ff4452c.jpg
Close up of the serrations- they aren't that pronounced - before purchase I pictured them being more like two steak knives coming together, but the photo shows otherwise. (Look at the back of the right-side blade)

You know I heard of a trick early on with the xikar. I never really use it but place xikar on a table insert cigar until the cap is touching table then close xikar to cut cigar

[SoCal gunner]

You know I heard of a trick early on with the xikar. I never really use it but place xikar on a table insert cigar until the cap is touching table then close xikar to cut cigarI used to do that all the time, but depending on the cigar, you can cut too much off sometimes. I like to try to just barely slice the cap off.

[WNYTONY]

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Caps maybe a little cleaner with the Xikar?

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220625/ed8bb77dc745579fdb0e08880ff4452c.jpg
Close up of the serrations- they aren't that pronounced - before purchase I pictured them being more like two steak knives coming together, but the photo shows otherwise. (Look at the back of the right-side blade)

Cuts look great with it - doesn't look like it tears at all. I thought the blade serrations were bigger as well. You may have sold me

[Nature]

A few souvenirs my wife and son brought back for me from France

Cognac and Calvados (an apple brandy from Normandy) in cigar shaped tubes and a lighter from Normandy

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[SoCal gunner]

A few souvenirs my wife and son brought back for me from France

Cognac and Calvados (an apple brandy from Normandy) in cigar shaped tubes and a lighter from Normandy

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220628/c4ff51d1127a0a92188daaffd85c7cbc.jpgSo cool!

[jrfoxx]

My new lighter.

Technically designed for pipes with the soft flame coming out the side instead of the top, and the 3 built in pipe tools, buts it is extremely classy looking with the zinc and leather, and the pick tool will be handy for my cigarette holder as it occasionally gets clogged with paper or tar. Plus its refillable. Got tired of basically wasting money on disposable lighters.

Was made by a U.S. company I have never heard of, but seems to be of very good quality for the price.


Details

Brand:

Urgrette

Color:

Pecan

Material:

Alloy Steel, Zinc

Style:

Torch,Classic

Item Weight:

0.15 Pounds

Fuel Type:

Liquefied Petroleum Gas

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[dinoa2]

Ordered 2 inexpensive hygrometers that were recommended by article at Famous smoke shop . picked them up at post office and thought open them to see what battery they used before going home. Opened one and remembered they are Analog! Put one in humi with digital hygro I think is fairly accurate and after couple hours they are reading about same. So maybe an analog that actually works.

[Nature]

Ordered 2 inexpensive hygrometers that were recommended by article at Famous smoke shop . picked them up at post office and thought open them to see what battery they used before going home. Opened one and remembered they are Analog! Put one in humi with digital hygro I think is fairly accurate and after couple hours they are reading about same. So maybe an analog that actually works.

Hard to beat the classic look of analog.

[jrfoxx]

Hard to beat the classic look of analog.I too like the looks of a nice, brass analog for sure, but never had one that worked worth a crap or didn't get stuck fairly quickly.

I friggin love cigars

[Ljutic]

I recently picked up this Humidifier/Hygrometer Combo to see if it might be a better fit for the walk in. I've used wick based humidifiers for almost 20 years, but I've always wanted to try an ultrasonic cool mist humidifier. I've developed a reasonable expertise with the Govee app, and it's limited automation potential, so I'm looking forward to exploring the potential of this combo.


https://i.postimg.cc/rsgST1mJ/51-Sp-Me0t-IHL-AC-SL1000.jpg

[SoCal gunner]

I recently picked up this Humidifier/Hygrometer Combo to see if it might be a better fit for the walk in. I've used wick based humidifiers for almost 20 years, but I've always wanted to try an ultrasonic cool mist humidifier. I've developed a reasonable expertise with the Govee app, and it's limited automation potential, so I'm looking forward to exploring the potential of this combo.


https://i.postimg.cc/rsgST1mJ/51-Sp-Me0t-IHL-AC-SL1000.jpgI'd really be interested in your thoughts and findings once you've got some run time on this.

Whats it rated for in cu-ft?

[Ljutic]

I'd really be interested in your thoughts and findings once you've got some run time on this.

Whats it rated for in cu-ft?


160 square foot room is their rating. Assume they assume 5' or 6' room height or humidity at head level. It's one of the things I want to check out when I fire it up.

[Nature]

160 square foot room is their rating. Assume they assume 5' or 6' room height or humidity at head level. It's one of the things I want to check out when I fire it up.

160 sq ft (assuming standard ceiling height) should cover most all home walk-in humidors.
SoCal gunner, what is your set-up again, and how is it working?

[SoCal gunner]

160 sq ft (assuming standard ceiling height) should cover most all home walk-in humidors.
SoCal gunner, what is your set-up again, and how is it working?I'm running a good sized evaporative humidifier wired to a digital controller in my roughly 160 cuft "step in". It holds about 5-6 gallons of DI water. In a desert climate I don't think I would want it to hold any less to avoid the stress of it running empty.

[jrfoxx]

I recently picked up this Humidifier/Hygrometer Combo to see if it might be a better fit for the walk in. I've used wick based humidifiers for almost 20 years, but I've always wanted to try an ultrasonic cool mist humidifier. I've developed a reasonable expertise with the Govee app, and it's limited automation potential, so I'm looking forward to exploring the potential of this combo.


https://i.postimg.cc/rsgST1mJ/51-Sp-Me0t-IHL-AC-SL1000.jpgVery cool.

Definitely keep us up to date on your experience with it, as many members seem to have walk-in humidors that I'm sure will be very interested.

I friggin love cigars

[LazyLightning]

Finally pulled the trigger on one of these Tatuaje Dot ashtrays.

Talk about a smoke table centerpiece, this thing is hefty, but I really like it. I almost got a red one, but decided the blue wouldn’t throw off my color balance, in images.
https://i.imgur.com/0Jw8lzg.jpg

[jrfoxx]

Not a purchase, but part of a great Christmas package from a good Friend.

A prototype Xikar Opus X cutter that never went into production. I now own 1 of only 2 existing ones.

Its absolutely gorgeous in my opinion too

Will definitely be a display piece vs being used.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221230/19043da93acf1146dbe91d49efab7203.jpg

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[jrfoxx]

Vertigo Hornet Quad Torch Lighter

Have had great luck with Vertigo products using quality fuel

Only $7 at CI and it lights larger rg cigars quickly and evenly.

Works perfectly so far. Also has a pull out handle to easily adjust the flame unlike most lighters which area pain to adjusthttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221230/4ae300583e16490403b6f68780ffac75.jpg

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[jrfoxx]

Got my Pardo 4 in one tool today. Very happy. Everything i need in one package vs multiple items i was using before.

Will be much better to take on trips.

I friggin love cigars
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[LazyLightning]

I’ve actually had this for a while now, but every time I went to set it up “something” kept coming up.
It’s now fully seasoned, and finally in use.
A BIG thanks to Kayla cheaphumidors for helping me get my 4th humidor, from her! I love it and always appreciate all you do for us Bums.

SALVADOR 250 COUNT BRAZILIAN ROSEWOOD CIGAR HUMIDOR
https://i.imgur.com/fLzIDJ8.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/w4rkalp.jpg

The pics don’t do the outside justice, the grain is beautiful.

Edit*
Well crap, I forgot to lift up the top shelves and show how much space is in the bottom section. Sorry about that!

[WNYTONY]

I’ve actually had this for a while now, but every time I went to set it up “something” kept coming up.
It’s now fully seasoned, and finally in use.
A BIG thanks to Kayla cheaphumidors for helping me get my 4th humidor, from her! I love it and always appreciate all you do for us Bums.

SALVADOR 250 COUNT BRAZILIAN ROSEWOOD CIGAR HUMIDOR
https://i.imgur.com/fLzIDJ8.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/w4rkalp.jpg

The pics don’t do the outside justice, the grain is beautiful.

Edit*
Well crap, I forgot to lift up the top shelves and show how much space is in the bottom section. Sorry about that!

Beautiful humidor Chris - Kayla done you right with that one !

What I'm reading here is that the bottom section is empty ???? I think there is some sort of informal rule around these parts ......

[jrfoxx]

I’ve actually had this for a while now, but every time I went to set it up “something” kept coming up.
It’s now fully seasoned, and finally in use.
A BIG thanks to Kayla cheaphumidors for helping me get my 4th humidor, from her! I love it and always appreciate all you do for us Bums.

SALVADOR 250 COUNT BRAZILIAN ROSEWOOD CIGAR HUMIDOR
https://i.imgur.com/fLzIDJ8.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/w4rkalp.jpg

The pics don’t do the outside justice, the grain is beautiful.

Edit*
Well crap, I forgot to lift up the top shelves and show how much space is in the bottom section. Sorry about that!Very nice.
I never had the money for a good wooden humidor. Wooden ones that actually have a good seal are very pricey. Real shame as i love the look of a nice wooden humidor. Very classy, like good cigars deserve.

Tupperdors are great, but certainly dont look as awesome as wood.


I friggin love cigars

[jrfoxx]

Not a purchase, came with a box order as a bonus from CI, but a really nice lighter so far.

Was using the Vertigo Hornet pictured above, but it doesn't have a visible fuel tank which kinda sucks since i have limited time too access my butane since we have to keep it in the maintenance shop and they leave at 4pm every day and are off on weekends, so if you dont know when its low you could be screwed.

Like the Rockwell's visible fuel tank much better and have been using it exclusively.

Works great every time, easy flame adjustment, and big fuel tank. Lasts a couple weeks of three times a day use, which is pretty good for a quad torch.

Never heard of them before but wouldn't hesitate to reccomend them at this point.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230209/4f8d0482b0211ec52128cc7183bc2436.jpg

I friggin love cigars

[LazyLightning]

Beautiful humidor Chris - Kayla done you right with that one !

What I'm reading here is that the bottom section is empty ???? I think there is some sort of informal rule around these parts ......
No, no, no, there are some down there. If you look real close you see some cello through the top shelf vents. I will never make that mistake again, lol!


Very nice.
I never had the money for a good wooden humidor. Wooden ones that actually have a good seal are very pricey. Real shame as i love the look of a nice wooden humidor. Very classy, like good cigars deserve.

Tupperdors are great, but certainly dont look as awesome as wood.


I friggin love cigars

There is nothing at all wrong with tupperdors, I have a few of them too.

Thanks everyone!

[jrfoxx]

No, no, no, there are some down there. If you look real close you see some cello through the top shelf vents. I will never make that mistake again, lol!



There is nothing at all wrong with tupperdors, I have a few of them too.

Thanks everyone!They certainly function perfectly, thats for sure. Just not as attractive as a wooden humidor. If i could afford ones that actually seal good and maintain rh, i would go with wood no question, but they are beyond my reach so tupperdors it is.

Not pretty, but you can't beat the 100% airtight seal and the price. I believe i have 9 Sistemas and 2, big 74qt Iris ones for holding boxes. Both function perfectly.

I just miss my huge cabinet humidor I had that was a china cabinet I converted into a cabinet humidor. Caulked every seam, added 1/4" Spanish Cedar lining, and weather stripped the door. Looked and worked great. Had class like cigars deserve to me.

I friggin love cigars

[josh lucky 13]

They certainly function perfectly, thats for sure. Just not as attractive as a wooden humidor. If i could afford ones that actually seal good and maintain rh, i would go with wood no question, but they are beyond my reach so tupperdors it is.

Not pretty, but you can't beat the 100% airtight seal and the price. I believe i have 9 Sistemas and 2, big 74qt Iris ones for holding boxes. Both function perfectly.

I just miss my huge cabinet humidor I had that was a china cabinet I converted into a cabinet humidor. Caulked every seam, added 1/4" Spanish Cedar lining, and weather stripped the door. Looked and worked great. Had class like cigars deserve to me.

I friggin love cigars

Check out Craigslist and Facebook market place. Find 1 someone no longer wants.

[jrfoxx]

Check out Craigslist and Facebook market place. Find 1 someone no longer wants.Yeah, thats a good idea. Problem is i would need one that holds about 200, so i imagine they would still be pretty pricey if they were good ones.

I friggin love cigars

[chain_gang]

I’ve actually had this for a while now, but every time I went to set it up “something” kept coming up.
It’s now fully seasoned, and finally in use.
A BIG thanks to Kayla cheaphumidors for helping me get my 4th humidor, from her! I love it and always appreciate all you do for us Bums.

SALVADOR 250 COUNT BRAZILIAN ROSEWOOD CIGAR HUMIDOR
https://i.imgur.com/fLzIDJ8.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/w4rkalp.jpg

The pics don’t do the outside justice, the grain is beautiful.

Edit*
Well crap, I forgot to lift up the top shelves and show how much space is in the bottom section. Sorry about that!Very nice aesthetics on your humidor, Chris, and thanks for sharing. Bet it looks great on display in your house.

[jrfoxx]

I’ve actually had this for a while now, but every time I went to set it up “something” kept coming up.
It’s now fully seasoned, and finally in use.
A BIG thanks to Kayla cheaphumidors for helping me get my 4th humidor, from her! I love it and always appreciate all you do for us Bums.

SALVADOR 250 COUNT BRAZILIAN ROSEWOOD CIGAR HUMIDOR
https://i.imgur.com/fLzIDJ8.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/w4rkalp.jpg

The pics don’t do the outside justice, the grain is beautiful.

Edit*
Well crap, I forgot to lift up the top shelves and show how much space is in the bottom section. Sorry about that!Off topic really quick, but-

That picture wouldnt happen to be of it sitting on your kitchen linoleum floor would it?

Looks identical to the linoleum in my parents kitchen that i grew up with

Back on topic, i totally missed that you got it from Kayla. Will have to do some browsing as she strikes me as someone who would have good, fair, prices vs many who would charge a ridiculous amount for that, and i would prefer to patronize a members business over a 3rd party for sure. Plus she has shown me a bit of generosity with a nice quad lighter and especially the last known remaining At Ease Navy cigar from her shops event that i now have on display with a few cigar/Navy crossover items, with Navy SEALs Foundation cigar on the way from someone on another forum to join it, that I had never heard of, probably because it was a 2019 limited edition.

Will have to work so Google-fu for more crossover items....

I friggin love cigars

[LazyLightning]

Very nice aesthetics on your humidor, Chris, and thanks for sharing. Bet it looks great on display in your house.
Thanks, it’s getting there


Off topic really quick, but-

That picture wouldnt happen to be of it sitting on your kitchen linoleum floor would it?

Looks identical to the linoleum in my parents kitchen that i grew up with

Back on topic, i totally missed that you got it from Kayla. Will have to do some browsing as she strikes me as someone who would have good, fair, prices vs many who would charge a ridiculous amount for that, and i would prefer to patronize a members business over a 3rd party for sure. Plus she has shown me a bit of generosity with a nice quad lighter and especially the last known remaining At Ease Navy cigar from her shops event that i now have on display with a few cigar/Navy crossover items, with Navy SEALs Foundation cigar on the way from someone on another forum to join it, that I had never heard of, probably because it was a 2019 limited edition.

Will have to work so Google-fu for more crossover items....

I friggin love cigars

No, it’s on a counter in the kitchen, easier to play cigar Tetris in there, instead of in the bedroom where they usually are. The seals on all the wood humidors I have ( all from Kayla cheaphumidors ) not only passed the “paper test” but the paper gave out before the seal would let it go. Plus once they are seasoned, imho/experience the cedar swells slightly, increasing the seal. They all keep my RH stable, and my sticks happy :stogie:

[jrfoxx]

Thanks, it’s getting there



No, it’s on a counter in the kitchen, easier to play cigar Tetris in there, instead of in the bedroom where they usually are. The seals on all the wood humidors I have ( all from Kayla cheaphumidors ) not only passed the “paper test” but the paper gave out before the seal would let it go. Plus once they are seasoned, imho/experience the cedar swells slightly, increasing the seal. They all keep my RH stable, and my sticks happy :stogie:Nice.
Definitely sounds like it has an incredible seal.
Just browsed her site and yours, and about 50% of their stock is sold out, so i would think that means they are good, popular humidors.

Would love to have this LANDMARK 300 COUNT CHERRY CIGAR HUMIDOR

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230210/ad7c6a62f892d5eab5935925421b337f.jpg

Eta: it's under serious consideration as I wood rather have a beautiful, large, wooden humidor than tupperdors or a wineador, which I have almost completely decided against based on Ljutic 's post in my thread about them, and if anyone knows about all types of cigar storage options, he definitely does, so I put a lot of stock in his opinions.

The Landmark would be able to hold just as many smokes as the 48l wineador I was considering, and looks gorgeous and classy, which is how I perceive cigars, and what causes me to store them in some attractive. I like 2 accessories drawers in it too.

Plus, coming from Kayla, I have every bit of confidence that it seals extremely well. I know she wouldn't sell leaky junk.

Will have to pick her brain about the Landmark on her return to the forum.

I friggin love cigars

[LazyLightning]

Nothing big, but definitely welcomed!

Vertigo by Lotus Cyclone Triple Torch Cigar Lighter & Butane
https://i.imgur.com/xMZGnnv.jpg
I got one of these for my first real cigar torch lighter, way back. It worked great, till I dropped it and it cracked. So I thought, let’s get a more expensive lighter. I’m sure there are some absolutely nice ones out there, but I have yet to find on as reliable as one of these. Grabbed a 3pk with butane, should be good to go for years now.

[jrfoxx]

Nothing big, but definitely welcomed!

Vertigo by Lotus Cyclone Triple Torch Cigar Lighter & Butane
https://i.imgur.com/xMZGnnv.jpg
I got one of these for my first real cigar torch lighter, way back. It worked great, till I dropped it and it cracked. So I thought, let’s get a more expensive lighter. I’m sure there are some absolutely nice ones out there, but I have yet to find on as reliable as one of these. Grabbed a 3pk with butane, should be good to go for years now.Great lighters. I use them, and have never had any problems with them, including dropping them on concrete.

i friggin love cigars

[LazyLightning]

Great lighters. I use them, and have never had any problems with them, including dropping them on concrete.

i friggin love cigars

Actually Sean, if I’m not mistaken it’s you I need to thank for bringing them back to mind these many years later. I’m pretty sure you made a post about them not to long ago. I had a new $40 one that would not work consistently. When I saw the post, again, I think it was you. I thought, yep those are fantastic lighters.

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Plus, I know some fancier lighters have a visible Reservoir, but these you always see if they need filling, BEFORE you sit down to enjoy a stick.

Yes 1st world problems… :stogie:

[jrfoxx]

Actually Sean, if I’m not mistaken it’s you I need to thank for bringing them back to mind these many years later. I’m pretty sure you made a post about them not to long ago. I had a new $40 one that would not work consistently. When I saw the post, again, I think it was you. I thought, yep those are fantastic lighters.Yeah, i do believe i mentioned them in regards to the 4 jet flame version i got as an order bonus i believe.

Use good fuel and they run forever. Haven't had one die on me yet, just get lost occasionally, lol

i friggin love cigars

[josh lucky 13]

This has to be authentic https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230401/7f8d24dfbeca4ae14eafd9ab0f78d816.jpg

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[jrfoxx]

This has to be authentic https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230401/7f8d24dfbeca4ae14eafd9ab0f78d816.jpg

Sent from my SM-S908U using TapatalkI'll bid $1000 since that's the going rate for empty Cuban boxes according to Habanos S.A.

$5000 if its full

Lol

Would be worth more if it had a glass top

I friggin love cigars

[josh lucky 13]

I'll bid $1000 since that's the going rate for empty Cuban boxes according to Habanos S.A.

$5000 if its full

Lol

Would be worth more if it had a glass top

I friggin love cigars

I love how it's made in Habana cuba

[SoCal gunner]

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230711/e11f60bcf8c52d7b39cadec6f03aeb75.jpg

Cuts look great with it - doesn't look like it tears at all. I thought the blade serrations were bigger as well. You may have sold meA little over a year, and this has planted itself as my go-to cutter.

And it gets even better...

After my heart sank when I dropped it in the sand, I put it away and figured a year was a good run. Then I got to looking at it as I was trying to blow it out and flush it w/alcohol. I noticed some tiny torx screws and went for it.
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So easy and I got to clean it all out, polish the blades, and even snugged up on the torx screws to the thumb holds. I love this thing!

[WNYTONY]

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A little over a year, and this has planted itself as my go-to cutter.

And it gets even better...

After my heart sank when I dropped it in the sand, I put it away and figured a year was a good run. Then I got to looking at it as I was trying to blow it out and flush it w/alcohol. I noticed some tiny torx screws and went for it.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230711/66ed858b43aaddd69c593241a6ec5d4f.jpg
So easy and I got to clean it all out, polish the blades, and even snugged up on the torx screws to the thumb holds. I love this thing!I use the one you sent me as my go to in my home smoking "lounge". Love it, perfect cut every time. Already bought another for the enclosed cigar smoking porch and I'm sure it won't be long before I grab another for the golf bag. I only hope then my car doesn't get jealous and want one too !

I wouldn't have noticed those screws without you mentioning it. I'm impressed you got those out - looks hard to get a driver on them

[Nature]

Taking up some tips from others prior GWBowman Ljutic
I was already somewhat familiar with Govee as I had looked at them for a different monitoring scenario a few years back.

I got this set of wireless thermometers/ hygrometers from Govee. They connect via Bluetooth with my devices and also come with a WiFi gateway so I can monitor while away from home, or at least be alerted.
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As you can see, the sensors do not have their own displays but are small enough to tuck away within your cigars. They take up very little space.

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The set came with 3 sensors and the Wi-Fi gateway. The gateway isn’t much bigger than a USB charging cube and plugs into any outlet. I think the set was on sale for about $50. You can have up to 10 sensors on the gateway. I think more if only using Bluetooth.

I checked the RH using the notorious salt test (IT WORKS!) They were all fairly consistent and within about 1% RH of the predicted value. The temps all read within 0.2-0.4° of each other. I waited until there were no further changes in RH and temp for 3 consecutive hours before reading and adjusting the calibration.

I know, this is overkill. It’s more of a fun curiosity than a need as I don’t believe we should be fussing over storage as much as some do.
I didn’t have anything monitoring my two totes, but relied upon trust that my humidification system works. What I didn’t have was a means to check when I needed to recharge the crystals with more water. Wasn’t too worried, as this is very infrequent in the sealed totes. Also I had Boveda in there and could tell when they were drying up that a recharge was needed.

The dashboard:
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They also have hourly, daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly graphs and charts showing average, min, max, etc.
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As a side note, While I was at it, I picked up some moisture sensors to put on the floor in my utility room and near the sump pump. These will alert me both with phone and email notifications as well as emitting an audible alert. If you are following my smoking room / office conversion, the reason I’m redoing the floor is from a water incident involving the humidifier last year. Just a few weeks ago, we had another near miss as the air conditioning condensation outlet was plugged and backed up with condensed water flooding the floor. Between the humidifier, A/C condensation, water heater, water softener, floor drain; there are just too many sources for water damage. And it’s in an area rarely frequented, so any water could go undetected for a considerable amount of time.
So, in a way, these will also protect my smoking room.[emoji6], thus a smoking accessory.

I’m looking forward to see how these perform over time.


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Very, very nice write-up and review, and a top notch post, Mark.

[Nature]

Not the first time these have appeared, as they have been in the background on the “What Did You Smoke Today” thread.

My local had a sale on these, so I picked them up as Christmas presents to myself. Told my family they could wrap and give them to me from them.

Stinky Ashtray
Probably a bit bigger than needed. This is the deep bowl.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240204/921f755e834dc8282544fa68837118ad.jpg

Xikar XO
I had avoided these in the past as they seemed gimmicky. The price was right and they are kind of cool.
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[SoCal gunner]

Not the first time these have appeared, as they have been in the background on the “What Did You Smoke Today” thread.

My local had a sale on these, so I picked them up as Christmas presents to myself. Told my family they could wrap and give them to me from them.

Stinky Ashtray
Probably a bit bigger than needed. This is the deep bowl.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240204/921f755e834dc8282544fa68837118ad.jpg

Xikar XO
I had avoided these in the past as they seemed gimmicky. The price was right and they are kind of cool.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240204/9ff90927064fb58a55b9bded48e50721.jpg


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkAlways felt the same on the XO; intrigued but curious on functionality. Would over to hear what you think of it.

[Nature]

Always felt the same on the XO; intrigued but curious on functionality. Would over to hear what you think of it.

It's bulkier than my Xi1, both in dimension and weight, so not as convenient to pocket carry. I haven't tried that in real life. I don't want to scratch it up right away. No more thick than my key fob, but wider. All the pocket stuff is cumulative.

Blades are sharp, as should be expected from Xikar. I like that both blades close evenly and simultaneously. If I press on one side of the Xi, one side closes before the other. I don't think that this makes any practical difference though. As soon as the first blade meets resistance, the other blade also closes with presumably the same force. I think this is just a perceptual or sales feature.

The XO can accomadate larger cigars, up to 70 RG (vs 60 for Xi) but those aren't my preference anyway.
I sometimes have to fumble around to find the release button to open it. Being circular, I have to feel for the button or visually inspect it to see the location. Compare to the Xi with the teardrop shape, and the way it's held, the release button is intuitive and your thumb falls right on top of it.

All in all, it cuts a cigar fine. Is the quality or ease of cut better? I don’t think so. Do the planetary gears appeal to my mechanistic affinity? Absolutely. I chose this model over the XO Ensō just because the gears are visible.

As a tool for cutting cigars, it performs well, but not necessarily better than other quality cutters. What it adds is uniquness and style. It may give up a bit in ergonomics.


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[SoCal gunner]

It's bulkier than my Xi1, both in dimension and weight, so not as convenient to pocket carry. I haven't tried that in real life. I don't want to scratch it up right away. No more thick than my key fob, but wider. All the pocket stuff is cumulative.

Blades are sharp, as should be expected from Xikar. I like that both blades close evenly and simultaneously. If I press on one side of the Xi, one side closes before the other. I don't think that this makes any practical difference though. As soon as the first blade meets resistance, the other blade also closes with presumably the same force. I think this is just a perceptual or sales feature.

The XO can accomadate larger cigars, up to 70 RG (vs 60 for Xi) but those aren't my preference anyway.
I sometimes have to fumble around to find the release button to open it. Being circular, I have to feel for the button or visually inspect it to see the location. Compare to the Xi with the teardrop shape, and the way it's held, the release button is intuitive and your thumb falls right on top of it.

All in all, it cuts a cigar fine. Is the quality or ease of cut better? I don’t think so. Do the planetary gears appeal to my mechanistic affinity? Absolutely. I chose this model over the XO Ensō just because the gears are visible.

As a tool for cutting cigars, it performs well, but not necessarily better than other quality cutters. What it adds is uniquness and style. It may give up a bit in ergonomics.


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(Immediately scrolls up to see gears)

I have the same... what did you call it? "mechanistic affinity". I love watches that give you a peek at the inner workings.

It does drive me a bit batty that my XI prefers closing one side over the other. I notice that effect less on the lotus jaws cutter I favor. I think the locked in gearing sounds wonderful, even if it adds complication.

[Nature]

(Immediately scrolls up to see gears)

I have the same... what did you call it? "mechanistic affinity". I love watches that give you a peek at the inner workings.

It does drive me a bit batty that my XI prefers closing one side over the other. I notice that effect less on the lotus jaws cutter I favor. I think the locked in gearing sounds wonderful, even if it adds complication.

[emoji38] LOL!


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[Nature]

Nothing special, but a nice deal.
Had these in a discount cart at the local grocer. $1.75 each.
Hard to have too many lighters!
Keep them in various locations I might need one. They break, get lost, etc.

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Nothing special, but a nice deal.
Had these in a discount cart at the local grocer. $1.75 each.
Hard to have too many lighters!
Keep them in various locations I might need one. They break, get lost, etc.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240303/6c4fbdd914f6e6a36fed8146161c35f4.jpg


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkNice. Those types are solid.

[SoCal gunner]

Spent Saturday reorganizing the Step-In. I had a lot of boxes on display that were getting down to half or less of the original content, and manufacturer's boxes take up a lot of real-estate. It doesn't look as pretty, but I have a LOT more cigars within reach by putting them in open trays.

Anyway, I came in here to see if any one you BUMS recommend a large tabletop style lighter. No way you can beat something like Mark posted above, but I'd like one big lighter for the smoking room and another for the patio. I tend to run the pocket ones empty until there is a pile that forces me to start refilling them - LOL.

[chain_gang]

Spent Saturday reorganizing the Step-In. I had a lot of boxes on display that were getting down to half or less of the original content, and manufacturer's boxes take up a lot of real-estate. It doesn't look as pretty, but I have a LOT more cigars within reach by putting them in open trays.

Anyway, I came in here to see if any one you BUMS recommend a large tabletop style lighter. No way you can beat something like Mark posted above, but I'd like one big lighter for the smoking room and another for the patio. I tend to run the pocket ones empty until there is a pile that forces me to start refilling them - LOL.

I like the single torch, gun style lighters.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240430/11f886347411e181951ebf13ec2df9eb.jpg

However, for your smoking room, you should go with something bold, maybe antique... a statement piece. This looks pretty badass and up your alley:

https://sallyantiques.co.uk/product/vintage-browning-m2-machine-gun-table-lighter/

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https://youtu.be/dgxMTjbsZ14?si=HbeXcT8KVVB8JOt7

[SoCal gunner]

LOL - I considered it until 1) it didn't light and 2) when it did, it didn't come out the barrel.

[LazyLightning]

Just got a new quad torch lighter and ashtray, nothing fancy, but I like them.
https://i.imgur.com/cEDehZq.jpg

The metal center comes out for easy cleaning, which is a plus. And yes the lighter is as big as it looks:stogie:

[Nature]

Just got a new lighter and ashtray, nothing fancy, but I like them.
https://i.imgur.com/cEDehZq.jpg

Those are nice, Chris!


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[SoCal gunner]

Just got a new quad torch lighter and ashtray, nothing fancy, but I like them.
https://i.imgur.com/cEDehZq.jpg

The metal center comes out for easy cleaning, which is a plus. And yes the lighter is as big as it looks:stogie:Love the mug too!

[LazyLightning]

Love the mug too!

Thanks guys
Been wanting a new nicer lighter without breaking the bank, so far I really like it. My last ashtray broke and been meaning to get one to replace it, finally found one that simple yet sturdy.

My wife got that for me as one of my BDay presents in Dec. it’s my favorite coffee and she accidentally broke the handle off my older one. So she got me an even nicer one to replace it.

[WNYTONY]

Thanks guys
Been wanting a new nicer lighter without breaking the bank, so far I really like it. My last ashtray broke and been meaning to get one to replace it, finally found one that simple yet sturdy.

My wife got that for me as one of my BDay presents in Dec. it’s my favorite coffee and she accidentally broke the handle off my older one. So she got me an even nicer one to replace it.

She might be a keeper ya know !

[LazyLightning]

She might be a keeper ya know !

Well after 24 years of putting up with me, that’s a given. :rofl:

[TreySC]

Got a new lighter, cutter, rest combo. So far I'm happy with it.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240719/fb822578591403da8a6f96a310128f88.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240719/c4b4a60398493c2a4677b13b05e2f9d4.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20240719/10c1841d89b28d5105a7e89af7fd81a1.jpg

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