Cigar smoking is a hobby that requires time and patience. Many cigar smokers ask if they should remove the cigar’s band or should it be left on the cigar before lighting it. It’s up to you but proper European etiquette is to remove the label. Sometimes it might be difficult to remove it without the risk of damaging the cigar’s wrapper. You should smoke the cigar about half way to two thirds down as the heat and moisture will soften the band’s natural glue. At that time you can safely remove the band.