Should cigars be stored wrapped in their original cellophane sleeve or unwrapped?

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The cellophane wrappers should be removed so the cigars can be completely exposed .

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What is the best way to store cigars while traveling?

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Purchase a travel humidor. Or for a quick fix, use an old manufacturers cedar or mahogany cigar box. 25 cigars or less is best. Keep the cigars in the cellophane wrapper. Add the torpedo HUMIFIER to keep the cigars fresh.

Is it necessary to rotate cigars in a humidor?

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It is a good idea. Cigars stored for long periods of time in a humidor need room to breath. Rotation will not damage them. Every 6 to 8 weeks should do the job.

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What is PG, propylene glycol?

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A chemical (anti-freeze) that is mixed with water to help inhibit the evaporation of water. (It is also thought to help promote the growth of hair if you rub it in your scalp). The theory that this chemical mixed with water will magically produce a perfect level of humidity regardless of temperature is a stretch of the imagination. Relative humidity is relative to air temperature. Since warm air holds more moisture, increasing temperature will increase relative humidity. Inhibiting the evaporation of water is contrary to the process of humidifying cigars.

Is propylene glycol safe for my cigars?

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We cannot recommend adding a chemical to a humidification device because of the possibility of that chemical fouling the natural taste of the cigars. Some people swear that this stuff works for them, but we challenge anyone who claims that propylene glycol is safe to drink a glassful of it.

Do I need to add propylene glycol to the HUMIFIER?

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No. The HUMIFIER was developed as a chemical free system. Just add distilled water (pour over the grills), wipe the case dry and mount in the humidor.

How often do I have to refill the HUMIFIER?

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We recommend the unit be checked every two weeks until you become familiar with the environment and personal habits. If you smoke 1 cigar per week, you may need to fill the unit once every 3 months. If you smoke 3 cigars per day, refilling could be every 3 weeks. Dry climates require more attention, humid climates will require less.

What is the difference between the torpedo and HUMIFIER?

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The torpedo was designed for travel humidors and manufacturers cigar boxes. It holds 1 fl.oz of distilled water and is recommended for 25 cigars or less. The HUMIFIER was designed for table top humidors that hold 25 to 250 cigars. The HUMIFIER holds 4 fl.oz of distilled water and will need less frequent refilling.