is there a 'point' to the torpedo?

tmanwell

My question for today…
I've never smoked a torpedo. I think they look **way cool, tho.

So, my question is, does a torpedo from within a given line have any unique characteristics other than shape? In other words, I usually go for the Robusto, it's just perfect for my needs/taste. But within a given line is a Torpedo going to smoke, taste, etc. about the same as his Robusto brother, or is there some… er… unique 'point' to the torpedo?

Thanks!

T.

brianetz1

tmanwell:

My question for today… I've never smoked a torpedo. I think they look **way cool, tho. So, my question is, does a torpedo from within a given line have any unique characteristics other than shape? In other words, I usually go for the Robusto, it's just perfect for my needs/taste. But within a given line is a Torpedo going to smoke, taste, etc. about the same as his Robusto brother, or is there some… er… unique 'point' to the torpedo? Thanks! T.

I love torpedos.....i love the fact that the smoke is concentrated. To me they are easier to cut and i love to chew on the end of a cigar and they hold up well.

wwhwang

Not too much of a difference in terms of performance, in my opinion. The blend is usually the same unless the ring gauge is different. That being said, I do still love belicosos and torpedoes. Easier to cut, you can choose how shallow or deep you want to cut, giving you a somewhat customizable draw and cut. Also, it takes more skill for the roller to make a torpedo than a regular parejo.

Patrickbrick

The draw is a little different especially with a box pressed.

jd50ae

Box Pressed Rules. I don't know why, but I do not like the pointy ones. I will smoke them, however, I won't buy them unless they are part of a package deal.

Lee.mcglynn

In some cases I feel the torpedoes taste better...take for example the oliva v. I find the torpedo,belicoso and lancero to be the best in that line. But a torpedo helps you get a bigger ring gauge in your mouth

kuzi16

wwhwang:

...giving you a somewhat customizable draw and cut.

this exactly. if you want an easy smoke with "softer" smoke give it a larger cut. if you want a more intense acute smoke cut it smaller.

Bob Luken

One word of caution on all the pointy tipped cigars. Cut just a little off to start with. Then if the draw is too restricted you can cut off a little more. Many times I have wished I'd cut off just a little less because the draw that I ended up with felt like I was suckin air through a drinking straw.