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Old 11-08-2008, 02:13 PM   #1
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without burning my fingers. Anybody else do this?

I was experimenting using an old anodized black, slightly rusted sheet metal screw, then my wife bought me package of eight 6x2-1/2 flat Phillips Zinc wood screws.

I screw it in about a half inch from the head when I've got enough left to handle it easliy. Works like a charm. Some wrappers crack or split a little, some not at all and I've had no leaks or noticeable impact on taste yet. Just thought it was worth mentioning.

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Old 11-08-2008, 02:31 PM   #2
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I don't use a screw anymore, but did once on a camping trip. What I use now is a pair of self-closing tweezers. You apply pressure to open the jaws and they self close when no pressure is applied. Never had one break the wrapper and you can nub it to the end. I think mine cost about $6 at a hobby store.
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Old 11-08-2008, 02:45 PM   #3
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I got the STogie Nubber,,its only $12 and it is worth every cent.
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Old 11-08-2008, 03:51 PM   #4
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I use a wooden toothpick
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Old 11-08-2008, 04:44 PM   #5
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I still burn my fingers
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Old 11-08-2008, 05:44 PM   #6
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Bamboo Skewers work good too!!!
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Old 11-09-2008, 12:44 AM   #7
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I use a flat head mini screwdriver, it keeps the nub from spinning around.
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Old 11-09-2008, 08:02 AM   #8
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I use a wooden toothpick
I was using a wooden toothpick before I moved on to the screw. After you get down to it, the wood adds some taste characteristics that I sometimes didn't enjoy. Also, the screw prevents the nub from turning on you when you go to draw.

I can't see spending $12.99 plus shipping for a nubber, but that's just me. I'd rather spend it on a cigar or two.
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Old 11-09-2008, 08:48 AM   #9
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I know Ucubed uses chopsticks as a nubbing tool
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I know Ucubed uses chopsticks as a nubbing tool
Yes, I've seen the pictures. Another good idea, especially with the added rubber band to keep them holding on to the nub.
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Old 11-09-2008, 09:02 AM   #11
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Default Re: Using a wood screw as a tool to nub

I use my small Swiss army knife. Small blade sharp enough to pierce the nub easily without any damage. Sharp edge away though is very important.

Have used my larger knife also but a little harder to do with the larger thicker blade.
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Old 11-09-2008, 02:03 PM   #12
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I use my small Swiss army knife. Small blade sharp enough to pierce the nub easily without any damage. Sharp edge away though is very important.

Have used my larger knife also but a little harder to do with the larger thicker blade.
I've used the small Swiss army knife method too and it worked very well.
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Old 11-09-2008, 03:47 PM   #13
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I've used tooth picks, corn on the cob holders and paper clips before, but never a screw.
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Old 11-15-2008, 02:58 PM   #14
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Fissure30 gave me a pipe tool that I carry in my pocket all the time. I have found this invaluable to nub those ends that I just don't want to stop enjoying!

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Old 11-15-2008, 03:27 PM   #15
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I never really get too far into nubbing cigars, but the furthest I went was with a WOAM. I really enjoyed that cigar. And thanks to replicantargent, I was able to nub it to just about nothing with a fondue fork. So yeah, if I ever get to that point with a cigar again, it's going on a fork.
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I was using a wooden toothpick before I moved on to the screw. After you get down to it, the wood adds some taste characteristics that I sometimes didn't enjoy. Also, the screw prevents the nub from turning on you when you go to draw.

I can't see spending $12.99 plus shipping for a nubber, but that's just me. I'd rather spend it on a cigar or two.
I thought that way to until I saw how much more smoking I was able to get out of a cigar with a nubber. The avg is about another 5 minutes of enjoyment for a one time cost. Multiply that over a period of time and you get your money back pretty quick but if you like the screw,,,I say continue with what you like.
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Old 11-15-2008, 06:23 PM   #17
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Sweetness clips RULE
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Old 11-15-2008, 11:47 PM   #18
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I wasn't going to mention them, but the creator of the Sweetness clip is not only a GENIUS, he's a heck of a guy too.
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just the paper clip for me!
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Old 11-16-2008, 10:45 AM   #20
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Default Re: Using a wood screw as a tool to nub

My only concern with using a screw as a nub tool is that many screws are plated in the production process. Some of the plating materials (cadmium comes to mind) are extremely bad for your health. I wouldn't want to take risks with the potential for ingesting/"inhaling" anything these plating materials might give off if heated.

I just stick with toothpicks.
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