Too tight!

AshMe

Hello all. I just came inside from chucking a whole CC Montecristo Tubo (I smoked 1/2 of an inch). It was so tight that I got a headache trying to draw through it. I used a guillotine cutter so it wasn't a problem with the size of the opening. What can cause a cigar to be so tight? Is it just a bad rolling job?

Rain

I'd think humidity and the roll would be the most likely culprits. Also, search around here about dry boxing and draw tools. I tell you, my draw tool has saved quite a few sticks since a BOTL sent it to me.For more information, you can check out...http://www.cigar.com/cs/forums/thread/658825.aspxhttp://www.cigar.com/cs/forums/thread/153448.aspxhttp://www.cigar.com/cs/forums/thread/60936.aspxhttp://www.cigar.com/cs/forums/thread/757589.aspx

CharlieHeis

Yes, you need one of these. Found mine on eBay for $12 or so.

AshMe

cool! thanks guys. didnt know this existed. glad im here learning with you guys

jlmarta

CharlieHeis

Cigary

Draw tools are worth their weight in gold...just make sure it's a good one. I've saved a ton of cigars from being plugged and it's usually a humidification issue that causes the problem.

AshMe

Ok. I just ordered my draw enhancer. But, how do I use it? Do I just run it through? Once? Twice? Wiggle it?

Rain

Depends on where the problem is. I never run mine all the way through, I'll do it once about half the length and if it's still tight I'll go about 3/4. Anymore than that and I toss it.

First Warrior

I've found that leaving the draw tool in for a minute or so allows the cigar to relax a bit. If you run it all the way through the cigar will burn hot.

AshMe

Ok but do I push it in through the head or the foot?

Rain

If you're not pushing it all the way, I'd recommend the head. Jeez that sounds dirty. Just try it out and figure out what works for you.

danielzreyes

I use a Xacto knife

heels0303

AshMe

I never imagined it would be so small. Rain's stick looked bigger in the picture.

dr_frankenstein56

Bigshizza

Size does matter!!

Bob Luken

Lee.mcglynn

Was it real?!?! Pics?!?!

CAcigarguy007

As another brother told me on the sister forum (Thanks KC) don't be cheap and order The Drawpoker! I did and it has paid for itself over and over. I run it through (and let it sit for a few min) then change positions (usually twice, top/bottom). Works like a champ but is only sold by a competitor that pushes mostly crappy cigars.

First Warrior

I have the Drawpoker also. It keeps the wire rod centered. Only place to find it as far as I know is that pushy company who tries to sell you cigars you don't want.