Cigars, lighters and Airlines... Oh My!

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08-21-2008, 07:16 PM
19thHole

Cigars, lighters and Airlines... Oh My!

I am flying out to Vegas next weekend and I need to know how I can get my cigars and equipment (lighter, cutter, etc..) out there with me. Anyone flown recently? I have a 5 cigar otterbox which I plan on bringing.

Thanks!
08-21-2008, 08:44 PM
logan37

Cigars you can put in your carry on. Cutters and lighter, if they are nice ones, I would suggest packing them in your checked bag if you have one. If no bag is being checked, bring cheap ones(that you won't mind loosing if they are found), or just buy cheap ones in Vegas.

There's a Davidoff shop in The Venetian if you didn't know already. Over priced; but, hey, it's Vegas.

Enjoy your trip. I love Vegas!
08-21-2008, 08:50 PM
19thHole

Will I have any problems with my Xikar torch lighter in my packed luggage? I would certainly prefer to not have it confiscated by TSA. I was under the impression that roch lighters were not allowed. I will put everything into the Otterbox to keep things safe.
08-21-2008, 09:48 PM
Eville

I just flew to/from Mexico the beginning of June. The rules then were:

tobacco - good
cutter - check it
torch lighter - no go.

The TSA does not allow any torch lighters, fueled or not, on the plane. not in your carry on, not in your checked bag, nowhere. You could probably sneak it past them, but I would not recommend trying if you value your lighter at all.
08-22-2008, 03:05 AM
Smoky Contemplation

The past few times that I've flown, I've brought my cigar caddy and my xikar cutter as carry on. Didn't bother to bring my torch lighter..........just a regular bic light. However, you can bring a torch lighter as long as it's empty of fluid and in an FAA approved travel case. Here is an example of one.

http://www.famous-smoke.com/cigars/s...s-_-MI-PME-BLU

Have fun in Vegas and be sure to check out Casa Fuente.
08-22-2008, 08:21 AM
Eville

Quote:

Originally Posted by Smoky Contemplation

The past few times that I've flown, I've brought my cigar caddy and my xikar cutter as carry on. Didn't bother to bring my torch lighter..........just a regular bic light. However, you can bring a torch lighter as long as it's empty of fluid and in an FAA approved travel case. Here is an example of one.

http://www.famous-smoke.com/cigars/s...s-_-MI-PME-BLU

Have fun in Vegas and be sure to check out Casa Fuente.

Quote:

Originally Posted by TSA

Torch Lighters - Torch lighters create a thin, needle-like flame that is hotter (reaching 2,500 degrees Fahrenheit) and more intense than those from common lighters. Torch lighters are often used for pipes and cigars, and maintain a consistent stream of air-propelled fire regardless of the angle at which it is held. Torch lighters continue to be banned.

I'd leave it at home.
08-22-2008, 01:43 PM
mrtr33

I honestly had no idea. I've always kept my torch in the box it came in, and threw it in my checked bag. I've recently gone to Mexico, Minnesota, and DC. Interesting.
08-22-2008, 01:53 PM
NullSmurf

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eville

I just flew to/from Mexico the beginning of June. The rules then were:

tobacco - good
cutter - check it
torch lighter - no go.

The TSA does not allow any torch lighters, fueled or not, on the plane. not in your carry on, not in your checked bag, nowhere. You could probably sneak it past them, but I would not recommend trying if you value your lighter at all.

I know a Brother who travels often with his Blazer after he removed the chain.
08-22-2008, 08:43 PM
19thHole

Thanks everyone. I would prefer to bring it, with me, but I would prefer it more if I did not have to buy another lighter because a TSA agent took it out of my checked bag. I will stick with the bic I think. Would you recommend bringing the smokes on the plane with me? Do you ever get a hassle with smokes with you? I will only be bringing 5 or so in a small cigar caddy.
08-22-2008, 09:59 PM
bigwhiteash

Bring your bic, and for the cutter, just to be prepared, print a copy of the TSA list linked to above, fold it up nice, and put it with your cutter in a quart size ziploc bag in your carry-on, I would even highlight the items questioned. If they give you any shit, you will be prepared :smiley2:
08-24-2008, 07:07 AM
19thHole

Is it ok for me to smoke my cigars in the casinos or is it one of those things that is allowed but not really done? I really don't want to piss anyone off, but I can't think of anything better than drinking, smoking my cigars, and gambling. (BTW, I play mostly machines).
08-25-2008, 03:52 PM
fresh2death

Oh wow theres an awesome cigar bar at the forum shops Caesars Palace
08-25-2008, 03:54 PM
fresh2death

Quote:

Originally Posted by 19thHole

Is it ok for me to smoke my cigars in the casinos or is it one of those things that is allowed but not really done? I really don't want to piss anyone off, but I can't think of anything better than drinking, smoking my cigars, and gambling. (BTW, I play mostly machines).

lol i was with my dad in a keno lounge smoking a cigar and one guy went up to the keno lady and asked her if she could tell us to stop but it was allowed. WHY MUST CIGARS PISS PEOPLE OFF
10-03-2008, 10:39 PM
NormanAlbert

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigwhiteash

Bring your bic, and for the cutter, just to be prepared, print a copy of the TSA list linked to above, fold it up nice, and put it with your cutter in a quart size ziploc bag in your carry-on, I would even highlight the items questioned. If they give you any shit, you will be prepared :smiley2:

I travel quite a bit and observe what is said here. TSA usually never bothers with bic lighters and cutters as a rule and I have usually put in the printed do's and don't of accepted materials in with my travel humidor. Even if you check your bag and try to hide that nice butane lighter they usually will find it as I have lost plenty of lighters to the TSA and now just leave them at home.