Cigar Basics – Cigar Accessories And Culture
Before discussing one of the intricacies of cigar smoking and the accessories needed such as the cigar cutter, let me first tackle the difference between cigarette smoking and cigar smoking. Majority of cigarette smokers puff away during break times, while driving or after eating; basically, cigarette smoking is a mere past time. Cigar smoking, on the other hand, is a culture. Cigars are often smoked during special occasions, like the birth of a first child, a business deal closing or a special night with the loved ones. Proof of the existence of the culture, is the circulation of magazines specifically dedicated to cigar smokers, like ‘Cigar Afficionado’. These publications tackle topics such as brand reviews, international tobacconists and it also lists information on cigar-friendly restaurants.
Like any hobby with a cultural following, cigar smoking would not be complete or as enjoyable without the availability of accessories. There are many cigar accessories available such as cedar boxes for storing cigars, cigar humidors, cigar ashtrays and various cigar holders. However, perhaps the most important accessory in existence to allow a cigar smoker to truly enjoy a cigar is the cigar cutter. A quality cigar cutter is an absolute necessity if one truly wants to experience cigars the way the manufacturer intended.
There are many kinds of cigar cutters available in the market, and it can be quite confusing to those who are new to the whole experience. If it becomes overwhelming, I suggest that you choose a brand that has become established over the years for creating quality cigar cutters.
There are several kinds of cutters. They are:
The author of this article is a cigar expert with over 20 years in the cigar business and has written extensive guides on such products as the Palio Cutter, a quality cigar cutter, and the Cigar Caddy. See some of his latest guides at http://www.cigargadget.com
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