Rh by feel

[syrinx]

Does anyone else pretty much ignore the accuracy of the hygro and just go by feel? I have a hygro or two in use that never were accurate enough to calibrate- so i use them as a warning if they start to drop off their marks.(one reads 90 at 68). I always go by feel though- I like a cigar that is just on the edge of a krinkle when you roll it between the fingers. In fact I tend to enjoy a bit of crinkle to one that is supple- generally the former will have a better burn. I love the feel of a supple cigar at the store- but I find long term storage at that state isn`t the best. So do your cigars "talk" a little when you squeeze them, or do you like them to be more resilient?

 

[Sunward]

ya, i am finding myself relying less on hygro's.

there in nothing nicer than a bit of "spongy" feel or the "crackle" when you press on the wrapper and hold it to your ear.

really, the beads (vipers) are themselves a visual indicator of the state of the cigar... and what kinda moisture is present.

 

[tjm5019]

I use both. Just checks and balances to make sure everything is in working order!

 

[wshell]

I only look at my hygro to make sure its not taking drastic drops. If it feels good and isn't having burn or draw issues, I don't care what the humidity is.

 

[Cigar Penguin]

Yeah I also keep an eye on the hygro specifically for flucuations.If it stays at 68 for a few months I am happy,as for the accuracy,I take that with a grain of salt.