Metro Cigar News Holiday 1998: Holiday Gifts

Xikar develops state
of the art cigar cutter
A high-tech cigar cutter now incorporates double-guillotine stainless steel blade with a spring-loaded design in an ergonomic aluminum case. The cutter is packaged in a glove leather pouch for carrying comfort. At $59 retail, the cutter is widely available at cigar and fine accessory retail stores. Corporate smokers can also order their logo for company gifts in quantities of 25 or more.

The XIKAR name comes from the first Spanish translation of the word the Mayans named the rolled leaf cylinder they smoked for ceremonial occasions. For more information or purchasing, call 1-888-266-1193.

CUBAN 70 CIGAR LIGHTERS
The disposable lighter For Cigar Smokers
CUBAN 70 LIGHTER5 are the first disposable lighters on the market that meet the needs of today's cigar 5moker. The Cuban 70 enclosed safety cap is heat resistant and will not heat up during those extended cigar light ups. The one step, child-resistant ignition is user friendly and very easy for adults to operate. Cuban 70 Cigar lighters are molded of high impact ABS transparent material for easy viewing of the fuel supply. The adjustable flame will light any size cigar and the special blend of butane in the Cuban 70 Cigar lighter insures the full flavor of the cigar with no chemical after taste. For additional information contact Calico Brands Special Markets at 800-LIGHTER.

Cigar Oasis Electronic Humidification

CIGAR OAS1S is a revolutionary breakthrough in the storage of cigars. It is the first scaled modular electronic humidifier for cigar humidors capable of storing 50 to 500 cigars.
It is placed inside the humidor, where it electronically controls and maintains the ideal humidity for optimum cigar freshness and enjoyment. Cigar Oasis has a knob which allows user to raise or lower level of humidity according to personal preference. It offers consistent humidity levels over long periods of time - a crucial component in keeping cigars fresh to ensure proper burning speed with less heat and more flavor.
The self-contained unit is comprised of two-parts: 1.) an electronic section houses a unique sensor and quiet electric fan; and 2.) a lower section consists of a 10-oz sealed, 100% distilled-water replaceable cartridge. The two units easily slip and lock onto one another. Then plug in. This will last up to one year in a well-sealed humidor.
The Cigar Oasis is sold in many fine cigarshops at a suggested retail price of $149.50.
For more information call 212-973-1981.

"Torpedo" Cigar Case

Finally a case that will hold your torpedos. This exquisite leather case will hold two of your favorite cigars.

You can choose between three colors: black, brown and burgundy. Each case can hold up to two 7½ x 54 ring gauge torpedos.

Cases retail for around $20. Specify #170. Call l-868-5TOGEE5 for information or purchasing.

Soft Touch Cigar Cutter

The shape and style we all love with a feel of silk. The surgical steel self sharpening blades give you that precise cut.

Comes in five great colors, in its own leather case. Cutters are also available in stainless steel.

Both cutters can handle cigars up to 54" ring gauge. The rubber cutter retails for about $8, and the stainless steel for about $10. Specify cutter #168 (rubber), #169, stainless steel.

For more information call 1-888-5TOGEES.

The Grip Clip Cigar Holder

Now there's an indispensable cigar holder for the active smoker. How did civilization ever exist without ESPN, fax machines, Bill Gates, Bud Lite commercials and Hagen Daaz ice cream? Now, cigar lovers are saying that about the soon to be famous Grip Clip.

This totally new, indispensable cigar holder for the active smoker solves the age old problem of what to do with your cigar when it's your turn to tee off.
Nothing is worse than picking up a soggy stogie off a wet tee or fairway - not to mention those nasty pesticides. Now, this high-tech, low price, cigar holder keeps lit cigars clean, dry and safe.

It attaches easily to golf carts, boats (especially sport fishing rails), umbrella poles and beach chairs. No more tossing your cigars on the ground.

Golfers can grip one to the cart or golf bag. It is designed of solid wood with a mahogany finish. The Grip Clip costs $14.95 and is manufactured by G.F. Enterprises of Atlanta. Orders can be made by calling 1-877-GRIPCLIP.