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firemshllfiremshll Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 19
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I have a trip coming up with my two best friends - it's our "Boys' Weekend" - when we leave the women at home - and we go to the beach, maybe do some offshore fishing and/or gambling at the casinos. The two other guys that are going do not smoke cigars, but smoke cigarettes and/or dip snuff. I told them the hardest decision I would have to make would be as to what cigars to take with me. They asked that I bring them one each. Since I have NO IDEA what they would like - what are some recommendations? I'd like to take something respectable, but I don't want to break the bank either (Opus X). Any suggestions appreciated. Thanks.
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  • urbinourbino Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 4,517
    Coincidentally, firemshll, I just mentioned elsethread that the Romeo y Julieta Viejo would be a good choice for just such a situation. There are many others, of course, and I'm sure lots of the helpful folks here'bouts will offer more suggestions.
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  • j0z3rj0z3r Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 9,403
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  • urbinourbino Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 4,517
    See?
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  • j0z3rj0z3r Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 9,403
    I can agree with the Viejo recommendation as well, I found that to be a pleasant cigar.
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  • PuroFreakPuroFreak Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 4,132
    Well I would suggest a couple Rocky Patel Vintage 92's.  They are a great smooth smoke with a classy look.  The cigar and the wrapper both look classy and anything "vintage" impresses people.
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  • urbinourbino Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 4,517
    j0z3r:
    Something a little more medium bodied that is a dependable smoke: Oliva Serie G cameroon.
    And I'll definitely second that recommendation. I haven't had the others Joe mentioned. Yet.
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  • vankleekkwvankleekkw Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 404
    Just don't go overboard and get a stong full stick for their first smoke. Newb's usually are ready for those straight off, need to show them how great our hobby is before hammering them with a powerful stick. My recommendation is something that is not too expensive that will make you cry if they put it down. Try to find a $2-4 stick that you personally have enjoyed to share with them.
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  • vankleekkwvankleekkw Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 404
    urbino:
    j0z3r:
    Something a little more medium bodied that is a dependable smoke: Oliva Serie G cameroon.
    And I'll definitely second that recommendation. I haven't had the others Joe mentioned. Yet.
    You haven't had a Cuban Cabinet or 07 yet?
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  • urbinourbino Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 4,517
    Nope. In fact, I've never had any 5 Vegas or Sol Cubanos at all. Scrambler just sent me some of the former, though, and I've got some others on the way.
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  • kaspera79kaspera79 Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 7,144
    urbino:
    Nope. In fact, I've never had any 5 Vegas or Sol Cubanos at all. Scrambler just sent me some of the former, though, and I've got some others on the way.
    I do believe you will enjoy them both.. Which of the 5 Vegas did he hit you with ?
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  • urbinourbino Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 4,517
    I only had time to glance at them really quickly at noon today, but I think there was a Gold and a Series A in there.
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  • kaspera79kaspera79 Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 7,144
    Two very different blends I think you will like both but favor the "A" based on things you have said you liked in the past..
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  • j0z3rj0z3r Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 9,403
    I think you'll like the Series "A" urby. I almost bought a box a couple days ago, but I kinda did a double take on my purchases from the day and backed off a little. As for the 5 Vegas line in general, you'll have to be sure and grab a pif from me the next time I participate and I'll be sure to throw in some of the Limitadas, they are really good cigars. Oh, and the Cuban Cabinet is a stone cold knockout.
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  • Bad AndyBad Andy Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 848
    I will back Joe and Freak on the recommendations for Oliva G and the RP Vin'92. Oliva G is my go to smoke right now and the '92 is what got me hooked on cigars. But I would add the suggestion of a Padron, not the anniverasies or anything special, just the regular Padrons. You can't go wrong with any of those 3. Price wise the Olivas and Padrons are fairly inexpensive, too.
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  • urbinourbino Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 4,517
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  • vankleekkwvankleekkw Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 404
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  • firemshllfiremshll Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 19
    Thanks for the recommendations, everyone. I am a HUGE fan of the 5 Vegas - I have to order them here because none of the B&M's in my area carry them. As far as the 5 Vegas - I like all of them but A is my favorite, then classic, then Miami, then Gold. Haven't tried the Shorty. I would like to try the Cuban Cabinet. I think I'll throw at least 1 of those in my next order -- sounds like a good stick. I'm not a fan of the RP '92 - I have an employee that LOVES them, but I gave Rocky another chance the other day and had an EDGE - I really enjoyed that one. Again, thanks for the recommendations - I think I will preview the cuban cabinet and we might go with that.
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  • urbinourbino Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 4,517
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  • kaspera79kaspera79 Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 7,144
    Classic... Another good one Urbio, thats the one that got me into the 5 Vegas family..it is one that will always be in by humidor..Sure to please.
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  • PuroFreakPuroFreak Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 4,132

    Yea, I've heard so many good things about the 5 Vegas Series A I can't wait to try them.  Gotta wait a bit till I get another pay check or two till I can place another good order.  Wife and I just had a baby so cash is a bit tight right now.  I can't find them at any shops either... Anyone know why that is?

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  • sdipsdip Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 406
    You have a Gold, Red, Serie A and Limitada 06 coming from me
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  • PuroFreakPuroFreak Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 4,132
    Who are you replying to on that sdip?
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  • urbinourbino Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 4,517
    sdip:
    You have a Gold, Red, Serie A and Limitada 06 coming from me
    Excellent.
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  • zoom6zoomzoom6zoom Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 1,214
    I'm a big fan of the 5 Vegas also. My friends whom I have shared them with (Gold and Classic) all enjoy them. It's an added bonus that they're not terribly priced. Plus they see the gold band and are easily impressed. I just received last Friday's sampler deal, so finally have some of the 'A's and Miamis to try.
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  • kaspera79kaspera79 Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 7,144
    zoom6zoom:
    I'm a big fan of the 5 Vegas also. My friends whom I have shared them with (Gold and Classic) all enjoy them. It's an added bonus that they're not terribly priced. Plus they see the gold band and are easily impressed. I just received last Friday's sampler deal, so finally have some of the 'A's and Miamis to try.
    I picked up that same one... Don't those Miamis look great.. I usually let new cigars rest a while, but I may not follow through this time ..
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  • kuzi16kuzi16 Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 14,471
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  • sdipsdip Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 406
    Urbino - we just did a trade
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  • kuzi16kuzi16 Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 14,471
    firemshll:
    I have to order them here because none of the B&M's in my area carry them.
    im not 100% but i think that 5 vegas may be an online only cigar. Ive never seen them in any shop anywhere ever.
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  • sdipsdip Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 406

    Looks to me like Cigar.com and Cigar International are the only that I have seen carry 5 Vegas.

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  • kaspera79kaspera79 Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 7,144
    kuzi16:
    firemshll:
    I have to order them here because none of the B&M's in my area carry them.
    im not 100% but i think that 5 vegas may be an online only cigar. Ive never seen them in any shop anywhere ever.
    A shop by me has them almost all the time, but most of mine do come through online purchases..well kept secret but we are working hard to spread the word..
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