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What Is Pipe Aeration?

The refinement and enjoyment found in smoking a pipe are second to none. However, while you’ll certainly find that it’s an enjoyable pastime, you need to ensure that you have the right equipment and knowledge to make the most of every smoke. Zippo pipe lighters, cleaners and tampers are all vital pieces of equipment, but you will also need to purchase an aerator and know how to use it. Why do you need to aerate your tobacco? What is pipe aeration all about, anyway?

Pipe aeration is not particularly confusing. Actually, you’ll be able to do it with a simple tool. The aforementioned aerator is all you need. Of course, if you pack your pipe correctly, you should not need to aerate the tobacco a lot. Of course, there can be extenuating circumstances, as well as personal preferences that may increase the need for proper tobacco aeration. In some instances, not aerating that pipe will force you to light and relight your tobacco.  Read more...

My Lighter Hisses, But Wont Light

Lighters are wonderful devices, with myriad uses. Cigar lighters, cigarette lighters, pipe lighters, Zippos and numerous other types provide smokers with the means to enjoy their preferred pastime. However, no matter how well you maintain your lighter, there may come a time when it does not operate correctly.

When the igniter of the lighter is pressed down, no flame appears. The lighter does, however, emit a hissing sound, as of fuel escaping. What could be going on? Whats wrong with your lighter? Actually, this situation can be remedied quite easily, though youll need to troubleshoot your lighter a bit first.

Before doing anything else, make sure that your lighter is not blocked with lint, dirt or debris. Even a small obstruction can keep your lighter from working properly. While checking this, keep your fingers well away from the igniter, in order to avoid potential harm. If you locate debris, remove it carefully and then attempt to ignite your lighter. If it still fails to light, youll need to dig a bit further.  Read more...

How Many Times Can I Light a Typical Cigar Lighter?

A reliable, working cigar lighter is essential to being able to light up whenever you want. Whether you choose butane torch lighters (a choice growing in popularity) a Zippo or a disposable option, youll probably want to know just how many lights youll get out of it. This is an understandable question. However, you will not find a simple answer. Why is there no easy answer to this question? It certainly makes a great deal of sense to ask it, as the answer will determine just how much you have to spend on additional fuel or new lighters.

The reason there is no firm answer to this question is because lighters vary so wildly in flame configuration and flame type. In addition, some smokers take longer to light their cigars than do other smokers. Finally, you will need to understand a bit more about the process of lighting that cigar to develop a firm understanding of why you cannot answer your question adequately.

At least one manufacturer of disposable lighters claims that their products will light a staggering 3,000 times. However, that doesnt mean that youll be able to light or relight 3,000 cigars. Why not? You can certainly light such a lighter that many times, but you wont be able to apply that to lighting cigars. Why is there such confusion surrounding the topic?  Read more...

Packing Pipe Tobacco Properly

One of the most important aspects of smoking a tobacco pipe is making sure that you have it packed correctly. This is one of the most difficult things for beginners to grasp and it will take some practice to figure out how to do properly. You want to make sure that you don’t pack the pipe so tightly that it is hard to draw. You also want to make sure that you don’t have smoke that is too hot, which can hurt the tongue. It can seem like a hassle to pack the pipe so that you have a good experience, but as long at you know some of the basic steps, you should be ready to enjoy that nice aroma and flavor in no time.

It is very important that you keep your pipe clean at all times. If it is the first time you are smoking the pipe, you won’t have to worry about cleaning it, but you need to keep these steps in mind for all of the subsequent uses. The first thing that you want to do is to remove all of the debris and ash from the bowl of the pipe. You can dump it into an ashtray. Next, you are going to want to use a pipe cleaner through the stem of the pipe and toward the bowl to remove and clean buildup in the pipe.  Read more...

What is a Good Ashtray for Cigars?

Everyone who smokes cigars, whether they are a novice or an experienced aficionado, knows that certain accessories go along with the hobby. Some of the most common items that cigar smokers need include butane lighters, humidors, and a cigar cutter. Of course, one of the most important accessories for those who smoke cigars is ashtrays. However, not just any old ashtray will do. You can’t really expect a small cigarette ashtray to hold your cigars ” after all, they are much larger than a cigarette. So, what is a good ashtray for cigars?

You will find many different materials when it comes to choosing an ashtray, and you will find even more styles and colors. Glass is one of the most popular materials for cigar ashtrays. You can find a variety of glass ashtrays that are large enough to accommodate your cigars, and you are sure to find a style that matches your smoking habits as well as the rest of your furnishings.  Read more...

What Kind of Tools can You Use to Cut a Cigar?

Those new to cigar smoking are likely to run into a problem when it comes time to cut their cigar. If you are one of these people, you probably are wondering about the various accessories and tools that are part of the pastime. You know that you will need something to light your cigar, such as a Nibo lighter, a humidor to keep them in pristine condition until you are ready to smoke them, and something with which you can cut the cigar. You are going to need something sharp to cut the cap off the cigar so that you can get ready to smoke it. You can find a number of different tools that you can use to cut your cigar.

The most popular option is the guillotine cutter. This is an easy way of cutting your cigar, and it is the tool of choice for many cigar smokers. They make nice and clean cuts, which mean that you are going to have a nice experience every time you smoke a cigar. You can even find cutters such as these that come attached to butane lighters, which is quite convenient.  Read more...

Cut Your Cigar the Right Way

One of the mistakes that many people make when they begin smoking cigars is cutting those cigars improperly. For those who haven’t been around the cigar culture for any length of time, this can be a confusing process. Many people try the old “bite and spit” method of getting their cigars ready. They will actually bite the end off the cigar and then spit the end onto the ground, their hand, or the ashtray. Not only is this considered rude in most circles, there is a good chance that you will ruin your cigar when you do this. You need to cut the cigar correctly, and the best way to do this is with a proper cutter or a torch cigar lighter and cutter combo.

The combination cutter is a great tool that includes not only something to cut your cigar, but also something with which you can light it. Of course, you might not have one of these cutters handy. If that is the case, then you can always resort to a pair of scissors or even a knife. If you choose to use a knife, be careful so that you don’t cut yourself by mistake.  Read more...

Punch Cutter Lighters

Anyone who is getting into the habit of smoking cigars, or who has been a cigar smoker for a long time, knows that they can find a number of different accessories and tools that can help. If you are going to start smoking cigars, you are going to want to find a humidor in which to keep them. The humidor will make sure they stay moist and fresh. You will also want the right size ashtray to accommodate the cigars. Also, you can’t forget about two of the most important accessories ” the cigar cutter and the lighter. You will find that you have many different options available when it comes to these items.

You will be able to get a punch cutter and lighter combination, which is very beneficial. When you have this combo, you are never without either a cutter or a lighter. This is handy, especially for those who like to head over to their friends’ houses to smoke a cigar or to a cigar bar. You will even find that many of the cutters have key ring attachments, which make them even easier to keep without fear of losing it.  Read more...

How to Blow Smoke Rings

Without a doubt, smoke rings are very impressive and they are a great trick to show off with at parties. While it might look easy to blow these rings, they are not quite as easy as you might think. You will need to practice ahead of time so that you can do them without any trouble.

When you are practicing your smoke rings, make sure that you have a good, tightly packed cigar. While some people use cigarettes, the tobacco in the cigarettes does not usually have as tight of a pack as the cigars do. When the tobacco is tightly packed, you will find that it is easier to get thicker, richer smoke, and this is a key element in blowing smoke rings.

The first thing that you will want to do is to light the cigar, preferably using cigar lighters as this will ensure that you evenly light the entire tip of the cigar. You will then take a large drag from the cigar and take in as much smoke as is comfortable. You will hold this in the top front part of your throat. It may take you a little while for you to get used to this, as it is different from the normal manner in which you smoke.  Read more...

Advantages of a Guillotine Cutter Lighter?

Cigar smoking is as much art as it is hobby. As such, you will find that you need to have certain tools in your arsenal if you are to enjoy smoking your cigars. Some of the basic tools that you will need are a humidor in which to keep your cigars at the optimum moisture, an ashtray to hold your ashes as you smoke, and a case in which to carry your cigars when you travel. Other popular accessories that you cannot do without include a cigar lighter and a cutter. If you are missing either of those two accessories, then you will find that you are in trouble.

When it comes to getting the lighter and the cutter, they will find many different choices. One of the most popular types of lighter is the torch cigar lighter, and you can even find combinations that include the cutter along with the lighter. This makes more than just fiscal sense; you will have the convenience of having both the lighter and the cutter in one convenient, pocket-sized package. This ensures that you will always have exactly what you need within easy reach. If you are an avid cigar smoker, this is a great tool. Even those who only smoke occasionally will find that this makes things much easier.  Read more...