I found the initial posting of his video quite amusing, due to the video's quaint nature, but having read the five pages of this thread and the scorn heaped upon this man, I cannot but feel for him. Give the guy a break!
He did not claim to be a world renowned expert, but merely an aficionado, which means that cigars arouse his affection. (aficionado: from the Spanish aficionar: to arouse affection).
Furthermore, his peculiar technique has probably served him well for many years. It works for him. I have only sympathy for his affection and passion and think disdain for his odd technique is uncharitable. Surely, proper technique contributes to the enjoyment of cigars, but affection and passion still rank higher in my estimation than technique. Although one may not learn 'proper' cigar technique or etiquette from his video, he has shared his passion for cigars with 40320 viewers, which is a good thing as far as I am concerned. In doing so he has done more for our beloved passion than many of us. Our wonderful pastime needs all the promotion it can get.
