Quoted from newbieinKC:Thanks for the info. I will try to nurse this one back. I have no problem with 70 degrees, but last check my humidor was about 60% humidity. The cigars are definitely firm but the wrappers are OK. Maybe it won't be a lost cause. I have read that decent, large cigars can handle a bit of humidor time. I haven't found a story of anyone waiting 18 years in less than ideal conditions, but I will let you know how it goes. If it sucks, I am good with an open wallet policy at the local shop to get something delicious.
60% isn't bad at all. I actually run mine at 65%.
Anyway, as long as the wrappers haven't split and the oils haven't all evaporated, you should be able to get them into a good smoking state in a few weeks. Here is what I would do. Empty the humidor and take a damp cloth and wipe down the walls of the humidor with distilled water (assuming it's a cedar lined humidor). Go easy on this since you don't want to add too much water at first, but you do want to slightly moisten the humidor itself.
Add your humidification device, a hygrometer and throw the sticks back in. I'd take them out of the box if they are in one for now, but leave the box open in the humidor (might want to lightly wipe down the inside of the box too depending on its construction). Make sure you keep an eye on the humidity since they are going to suck up some moisture. You might have to add more distilled water to the humidification device or replace it depending on what you choose and how quickly they absorb the moisture.
What you don't want to do is over humidify them too quickly or the wrapper is liable to split from them swelling too quickly so don't go crazy with getting the walls too wet.
It was the first cigar I ever had so I have one from time to time.
