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Handmade cigars are superior.
Cigars made by hand have long fillers thus making the draw and burn better than those made by machine. A good handmade cigar should not be too firm or too soft. A cigar of good quality should not be too heavily veined either. Large ring gauges are usually preferred. Full-bodied or larger gauged cigars are usually enjoyed after a satisfying meal, while smaller cigars are usually enjoyed earlier in the day.