just starting out with my first question

[markem]

Originally Posted by CigarNut

The cigar should be at a consistent humidity (moisture content) otherwise you risk cracked wrappers. In general, this is not something you would need to worry about. The only time I have seen this is when I take a cigar from my humidor and go outside to smoke and it is either muck more or much less humid outside than my cigars -- which I keep in the low 60's.

Optimal humidity is personal preference. A lot of people keep their cigars around 65% RH, but there are no rules. It's all about what you like.

He's asking with regards to when the cigar is actually rolled, Michael.