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dwoodward · 06-30-2013, 04:46 PM

If you weren't so far along already, i'd recommend a clean fresh from the package sponge in the bowl of water, but you're already almost there, so no need anymore.

As for the flecks, probably dust, possibly mold. There is a LOT of moisture around the bowl afterall.

Patience is the key to proper seasoning, and so far you seem to have done your homework and are well on your way. Hang in there.

Also as far as beads go, If you decide to go that route, I'd recommend the HCM beads if your environment is pretty stable, if you live somewhere with vast humidity swings from day to day and you open your humidor quite a bit, they just don't rebound fast enough (atleast they didn't for me). In that case, I'd suggest heartfelt beads (which I use). They are a little more maintenance, but work just as well.

06-30-2013, 04:46 PM	#9
dwoodward Gentlemen, you may smoke! Join Date: Jul 2010 First Name: Derrick Location: South Dakota Posts: 1,868 Trading: (26)	Re: Seasoning question -- different from the usual... If you weren't so far along already, i'd recommend a clean fresh from the package sponge in the bowl of water, but you're already almost there, so no need anymore. As for the flecks, probably dust, possibly mold. There is a LOT of moisture around the bowl afterall. Patience is the key to proper seasoning, and so far you seem to have done your homework and are well on your way. Hang in there. Also as far as beads go, If you decide to go that route, I'd recommend the HCM beads if your environment is pretty stable, if you live somewhere with vast humidity swings from day to day and you open your humidor quite a bit, they just don't rebound fast enough (atleast they didn't for me). In that case, I'd suggest heartfelt beads (which I use). They are a little more maintenance, but work just as well.