Removing the band from a cigar is easy. First, you need to lightly wet your fingers with saliva or water. This helps to loosen the glue on the back of the band and make it easier to slide off. Then, hold onto both ends of the cigar with one hand and use your other hand to carefully slide off the band starting at one end and then gradually working towards the other side until it comes completely off. Be sure not to tear or rip any part of the wrapper as this can affect taste and draw.