Breath Neutralizer

New and old cigar smokers alike are asking the same question: How do I get rid of cigar breath?

You may be pushed to find a solution for many reasons - but everyone knows the truth. Your significant other wont talk, kiss, lay, or even look your way unless you clean up.

Dr. Nick’s Breath Purifier is the solution.

Dr. Nick’s Breath Purifier is a small  (size of a chap stick), easy to carry mouth spray that does not cover up the stale taste or smell- this product actually removes it.

The official product description is as follows:

“Dr. Nick’s Breath Purifier is dentist formulated from 100% natural ingredients and Lycitrate, proven to combat the main causes of bad breath while improving oral health. It actually purifies your breath and doesn’t just cover up odor. Dr. Nick’s Breath Purifier is alcohol free, tastes great, and will leave your mouth feeling fresh.“

Using this product really will cleanse your pallet.

Many cigar companies and even cigar reps will carry Dr. Nick’s Breath Purified because it will allow you to smoke one cigar after another (don’t let the old cigar alter the taste of your new cigar).

The bottle is small and usually goes for about 100 sprays (you only need one to clean up).

Cost: $3 (on average)

The Smoking Jacket

Smoking Jacket.

Did I just conjure up a mental image of Hugh Hefner walking around in a red colored jacket, pipe in hand, and nearly nude bunnies running all around?

Or perhaps you took the more mature route and pictured black and white movies. They always had the lead actor in a smoking jacket enjoying a fine cigarette, pipe, or cigar after accomplishing something meaningful (such as completing dinner).

Reality of it is the smoking jacket stems from a time when men were true “gentleman” and women had to be protected from the rancid smell of smoke. Ladies had nostrils too sensitive for the smoke to linger on their partners clothing, or so it was believed. Men would go as far as putting on cap to protect the hair (smoking slippers too). Aside from just strictly protecting the gentle women - The jacket would also protect coats, shirts, and pants from ash or cigar burning incidents.

This is the exact reason every true smoke, and gentleman, should own a smoking jacket.

The Classic Smoking Jacket.
Classic Smoking Jackets are cut longer than the regular jackets sitting just past the waist. The material would be a rich colored velvet or silk, it would have a shawl collar, and turn-up cuffs. Multiple buttons would keep the double breasted jacket securely closed and extremely formal.

There was another style smoking jacket that resembled more of a shower robe (as we would know it today). This slightly less formal jacket was loosely cut and sashed, had patched pockets, and was secured with a tassel. Smoking jackets of this nature were typically worn around the house after dinners or during entertainment with close friends.

Colors were typically a deep bottle green, red-burgundy(ish), and sometimes a deep colored blue. All were elegant and always stylish.

Smoking jackets as the ones described above are now very rare and hard to come by- this means they demand a high price tag (if you aren’t buying the costume kind they sell during Halloween). Attention will come you way wearing one of these jackets outside the comfort of your home, so confidence is a must.

The Modern Smoking Jacket.
Can you not fathom spending hundreds of dollars on a jacket that is to only be worn at home? Or maybe you do not want that kind of attention if you wear it at your favorite cigar lounge. Allow me to introduce you to the modern smoking jacket:

The modern smoking jacket is a stylish piece that can be worn while in a lounge, out in public, and works with any style of clothing (jeans, chinos, wingtips, loafers, etc). It is possible to locate your new jacket at a local department store that has a suit/blazer section. As any blazer you purchase today you will see an assortment of sizes and cuts (ask and you will get many, many options) - so take the time to speak to your expert. Get something that makes your comfortable.

Keeping to its roots: Your primary color choices will be the red-burgundy(ish), bottle green, and deep blue. However you will also find some very sleek looking cream, brown, and even black velvet jackets

XIKAR Xi3

The XIKAR Xi3 cigar cutter is something that I had recently added to my collection after a short trip to Las Vegas. It was around 10am when I decided to leave the poker table, the same poker table I had been sitting on for the last 8 hours. Running on a high from the winning streak and feeling a bit privileged for not being down; I decided to treat my self to my favorite stop. Casa Fuente.

To fast forward this story I purchased a wonderful smoke and quickly realized I had nothing to cut it with at the hotel. Then she caught my eye: the XIKAR Xi3 Redwood. Upon picking it up I first took note to how great it felt in my hand, mostly due to the weight. The XIKAR felt solid.

The body is polished to a high gloss that reflects the deep color of the wood. The release button feels equally as sturdy and quickly opens the cutter up allowing it to accept cigars up to a 58 ring gauge. I was really hooked after the first cut; you could hear the click as the blades moved back into a closed secure position, you notice the cut was effortless, and everything in general was perfect.

This is a great cigar cutter that any avid smoker should at least consider buying. XIKAR provides a lifetime guarantee, they are willing to sharpen the blades for you if they so happen to loose their cutting edge.

Something To Consider: I know this will not effect most people. I have not been able to find a cigar lighter that matches the cutter. I always feel like they are out of sync when I hand the mismatched lighter and cutter to someone.

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