Anti-burst cigar foot bands, pack of 100 - FORTUNE

A foot band is placed on the end of the cigar that you light, where the wrapper terminates without being secured. It acts as a retaining collar: by encircling the foot, it holds the outer leaf against the filler and limits its opening. It helps prevent splitting caused by shocks, friction, and humidity variations, particularly during transport. It also helps stabilize an already split wrapper while waiting to smoke. Finally, it has a decorative function: with its vintage banknote pattern, it dresses up your cigars in an original way within a box or gift set.

Yes, absolutely. The foot band is placed on the end that you toast and light: it is not designed to burn and must be removed before lighting. Unroll it slowly, holding the cigar between two fingers, so as not to pull a fragment of the wrapper away with it. Once the band is removed, you can toast the foot and light your cigar as usual. If the wrapper was slightly split, it is generally possible to smoke the cigar normally; however, a large split may make the burn uneven, and you will need to monitor the lighting more closely.

It does not technically repair the leaf, but it helps stabilize a wrapper split at the foot. By encircling the end, it prevents the split from widening and keeps the leaf in place during storage or transport. It is a practical solution to save a damaged cigar that you still wish to enjoy. For a split located on the body or near the head of the cigar, the foot band will be less useful, as it only acts on the end. In any case, the best prevention remains stable humidity and gradual climate changes for your cigars.

Choose a cigar at room temperature with a wrapper that is dry to the touch. If the leaf is lifted, gently put it back in place with your finger. Then, remove the backing of the pre-glued strip and place it at the end of the foot, making it flush with the edge of the wrapper. Wrap it around the cigar with gentle tension: it should hold the leaf without compressing the filler, otherwise the draw might be obstructed. Finally, smooth the band with your fingertip. With a little practice, application takes a few seconds per cigar, and an entire box can be handled in just a few minutes.

With a length of 90 mm and a width of 26 mm, the FORTUNE band goes around most common cigars, from slender modules to robust formats. The manufacturer does not specify an exact ring gauge range. For a very large diameter cigar, measure its circumference with a strip of paper: if it remains less than 9 cm, the band will close. On conical formats like figurados, place the band on the cylindrical part closest to the foot. It is also suitable for thick cigarillos, provided there is enough overlap for the band to hold well.

No, as long as it is used as intended. The foot band surrounds the outside of the wrapper and is removed before lighting: it therefore never enters combustion and does not contribute to the flavors. However, it is important not to tighten it excessively, because a band that is too tight could compress the filler at the foot and make the draw more difficult at the start of the smoking experience. Gentle application, which simply holds the leaf, has no effect on the burn. Then store your banded cigars in a well-closed humidor or box, just like the rest of your selection.

The pack contains 100 foot bands, which is enough to equip 100 cigars. This is a comfortable quantity for a regular enthusiast: you can systematically protect the cigars you take on trips, those you give as gifts, or those whose wrappers seem fragile to you. Since the bands are single-use, it is useful to have a reserve. The pack is light, barely 32 g, and is easily stored flat in a drawer, next to your humidor or cases. Keep it away from heat and humidity so the adhesive maintains its full effectiveness.