2-in-1 crown cigar rest with cigar cutter — CROWN

Simply unscrew the base of the COURONNE: it carries a small circular blade with a 10 mm diameter. Press it into the center of the cigar head, push in a few millimeters while turning slightly, then remove. The blade cuts a round tobacco plug and opens a regular channel without crushing or tearing the wrapper. Then screw the base back on: the object becomes a cigar rest, ready to hold your lit cigar. This gesture takes a few seconds and quickly becomes natural. Just remember to empty the plug remaining in the blade before closing.

A 10 mm punch is suitable for most common rounded-head sizes: robustos, coronas gordas, toros, and larger formats. On these cigars, it creates a channel large enough for a comfortable draw while preserving the wrapper. For very thin cigars, the opening may be proportionally too large; for pointed heads like torpedos or pyramids, a straight cut or a V-cut is generally preferable. Many enthusiasts like to have two tools: a punch for round sizes and a guillotine for other formats.

The cradle measures 18 mm in width and accommodates most sizes: the cigar rests in the hollow of the crown, balanced, without touching the table. Cigars with a large diameter sit on top of the cradle rather than inside it and remain stable as long as the COURONNE is placed on a flat surface. For a cigar that is very long and heavy on the foot end, place it so the weight is well distributed. If you often smoke very large cigars, a cigar rest with a wider cradle or a multi-place ashtray may be a useful addition to your gear.

No, this is a cigar rest: it holds the cigar between puffs but does not collect ash. Outdoors, on a terrace or at the golf course, it allows you to set the cigar down cleanly; at home, it pairs well with an ashtray, complementing rather than replacing it. The cigar must always rest away from flammable materials and never be left lit unattended. To tap off ash, a cigar ashtray with large notches remains the most comfortable and safest solution, especially for long smoking sessions.

Both finishes share the exact same shape, dimensions, the same 10 mm punch, and the same decor: white vertical cutouts and a black and white checkered base. Only the color of the body changes. The Black finish offers a very contemporary graphic contrast, discreet in any circumstance. The Gold finish is more luminous and festive, appreciated for gifts or to accompany a set with classic decor. The choice is purely aesthetic: choose the one that best matches your other accessories or the style of the person you are gifting it to.

Maintenance is very simple. After each use, remove the tobacco plug remaining in the blade by gently tapping the base or using a toothpick. Then wipe the blade and the body with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid abrasive products, scouring pads, and solvents, which could tarnish the anodized finish. Do not put it in the dishwasher. If ash has settled in the cutouts, a small dry brush is enough to remove it. When stored in a pocket or case, it is best to travel with the base screwed on tightly to protect the blade.

Yes, that is precisely one of its purposes: with its 43 mm height and 32 mm base, it slips into a jacket pocket, a toiletry bag, or a cigar case. It combines two accessories into one, which lightens your luggage. However, keep in mind that it contains a small circular blade: for air travel, check with the airline and airport authorities regarding the rules for sharp objects in carry-on luggage, and place it in checked baggage if in doubt.