The Cigar Club is Western New York's largest walk in humidor. You can find the finest cigars at the lowest prices at Smokin Joes 5 Star Cigar Emporium inside the Smokin Joes Trading Post. You will find your favorite brand names like Fuente, Macanudos, Padron, Ashton, Monte Cristo, Cohiba, Romeo Y Julieta, Carlos Torano and more! Smokin Joes Cigar Club is open everyday for your convenience. Our knowledgable staff is ready to help you make your selection.

Are there common names for the cigar shapes?

There are some basic shapes that share common names. These are given names so that there is some degree of universality in the industry, These descriptive dimensions are approximate, but here are some guidelines: Short is less than 5.5 inches. Long is greater than 6.5 inches. Thin is less than 42 ring size. Thick is greater than 47 ring. Manufacturers also add common adjectives to the shape name. Gorda, grande, gran, larga, extra, doble, or double means they are adding on to the size. petite, slim, finos, or demi means some sort of reduction to the size.

How do I understand cigar shapes?

A cigar is measured by length and ring gauge (diameter). The length is measured in inches. The ring gauge is measured in units of 1/64th of an inch. A 64 – ring cigar would be one inch in diameter. Most cigars are between 32 and 52 ring size. For example, a cigar that is called “8x48” is 8 inches long and a 48/64ths of an inch in diameter. The girth determines how much of the cigar’s burning tip is exposed to air. The fatter the cigar, the slower and cooler a cigar smokes because more of the filler is exposed to air. The shape is the length balanced with a particular ring gauge.

How do I know what size is right for me?

You should pick a cigar for the amount of time you have available to smoke. If you are at a sporting event or on golf course, choose a large cigar that will last for a long time. If you are in a cigar friendly restaurant and you want to have a nice after dinner smoke, choose one that will last about 30-40 minutes. As you experiment with different sizes you will find one that you are most comfortable with.

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