Many cigars have girdles. Actually, it does not have any practical function today, but simply communicates the brand of the cigar. The use of the girdle started in the 1800 to protect gloves from becoming soiled, since many cigars were dusted with tobacco powder to produce an even and matt color.
The pros and cons of cigar girdles is an endless issue for smokers. If you prefer to remove the girdle then caution is necessary in order not to damage the wrapper. The simplest would be to take a few puffs and when the cigar becomes warm, the glue will melt.
However, when testing a cigar it is advantageous to retain the girdle on the cigar, to separate the different brands that are being tested.
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