[NCRadioMan]

Originally Posted by Flounder

1- I really like the AF's, but most of their stuff is on the mellow/ light side, any suggestions for something a bit heavier?

Just about anything made by Pepin or La Flor Dominicana

2- As far as cigars go, I've seen Monte Cristo's, Churchills, etc, are these company-specific? Or an industry standard as far as the style of the roll? What is the difference with the exception of the shapes? Any?

Monte is a brand. Churchill is the size of the cigar and yes most if not all make a churchill usually 7 x 48 or 50. Different shapes can give you slightly different flavors and most have their favorite.

3- What's the difference in wrappers? I've seen natural, maduro, candela, etc?
A wrapper can be one of many strains of baccy. Habano, Connecticut, Criollo, Sumatran, Cameroon, etc. Natural is just that, a leaf that is cured naturally. A maduro is cured longer, allowing the sugars to come out in the leaf and it turns darker. They tend to be a bit sweeter than a natural wrapper. Candela's are cured quickly so they retain the green color. They are usually vegetal and an interesting change of pace. They were the most popular wrappers in the 50's.

4- What are people opinions on putting the cigars in the humidor? With or without the plastic sleeves? Why? etc.

Personal preference. It does not matter. Cello is used on cigars by the manufacturer, primarily, so that the cigars are not damaged in transport.

5- Is my humidor going to be a pain in the dick to keep level or what? And it should come with directions on how to maintain it, correct?

It's not brain surgery and all you need to know is within the walls of the Asylum. Be sure you read all the 'sticky' posts at the top of each forum. They will answer alot of questions plus the search function here can be an invaluable tool.

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