cap cracked during punch

Adcurium

I was at a new B&M today and as I was paying for my stick (RP 1990 with CT wrapper), I used the punch on the counter. The cap cracked and I wasn't sure why. I thought it could have been anything from the way I used the punch to the punch being dull, to the cigar being stored improperly. It was still smokable so I didn't mention it to the owner. Any thoughts?

Russ55

Adcurium

smoke em if you got em

ejenne87

I am not doubting your knowledge of how to use a punch at all, but simply twisting it as you punch will help you avoid tearing the cap as well. I always lick the cap before I cut/punch. It helps with the cut/punch a lot and it also gives you a good taste of the wrapper. It's just become part of my routine. I almost used the house cutter at my B&M after doing this though but I caught myself and ended up just using my teeth as I often do when I'm not at home. My advice, lick it and twist and you should have no problems, even if the stick is a tad dry.

leonard

I slightly moisten the cap before punching and never have any problems. IMO the RP 1999 is the best of the vintage lines.

Redtailhawkoz

shamrocked