Said goodbye to an old friend today....

jlmarta
jlmarta Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 3,440
Today is my birthday and for a long while, now, I've been saving the last known Fire by Indian Tabac just to smoke today. As far as I can find out, it was the last in captivity - and what a great smoke it was.

I won't begin to try to guess why Mr. Patel chose to discontinue them. Undoubtedly, it was a business decision although I can't envision flagging sales of that particular line. It was that good. Maybe he could no longer obtain the necessary tobaccos for that blend. Whatever, it's a loss to the cigar world.

I know most of you guys prefer the higher-powered stuff and maybe my palate still isn't advanced enough to appreciate all those super-macho smokes, but I thought the Fire was a great blend and I, for one, am sorry to see it go.

Marty

Comments

  • fla-gypsy
    fla-gypsy Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 3,023
    " Fire" was one of the first premiums I smoked and I loved them.
  • stephen_hannibal
    stephen_hannibal Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 4,317
    Happy birthday DUDE!!!!

  • TGO
    TGO Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 333
    Some of us still have a few image... they are getting really good w the time on em IMHO!
  • jlmarta
    jlmarta Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 3,440
    You're a lucky man, TGO. They're worth it.

    Marty

  • jlmarta
    jlmarta Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 3,440
    stephen_hannibal:
    Happy birthday DUDE!!!!



    Thank you very much, my friend. I'm not too old, but I'm older than Fla. Gypsy.

    Marty

  • j0z3r
    j0z3r Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 9,403
    Happy bday Marty, glad you were able to celebrate with an enjoyable cigar. Here's to many more.
  • ENFIDL
    ENFIDL Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 5,836
    Happy bday bro!
  • kaspera79
    kaspera79 Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 7,144
    Never had a chance to try a Fire. It was one of those cigars that just didn't grab my attention. Happy Birthday.
  • rwheelwright
    rwheelwright Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 3,294
    I had never heard of it until someone posted about it a couple of months ago. Happy Birthday Brother!
  • Sandman1am
    Sandman1am Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 2,567
    Happy Birthday and I'm glad you got a chance to enjoy a good cigar.
  • lilwing88
    lilwing88 Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 2,787
    Happy Bday, Marty!
  • jlmarta
    jlmarta Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 3,440
    Many thanks for the kind wishes, guys. Kinda makes my day.

    Marty

  • Redtailhawkoz
    Redtailhawkoz Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 2,914
    Happy Birthday Bro... what a Great day to Enjoy a Great Smoke... never had one .. I guess i never will.....
  • Christian_Sapp
    Christian_Sapp Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 441
    happy birthday, i never tried one but that sounds like a great stick
  • Krieg
    Krieg Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 5,068
    Happy Bday marty! as a fan of RP, I would have loved to been able to try one of these. Glad you enjoyed it!
  • undulac
    undulac Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 1,129
    Happy B-day! I was lucky and bought a box about two years ago. I knew they weren't going to make them anymore but I figured they'd still be around for a few years so when I sent out a bomb I'd always put one in. I had about 10 out of the box and gave the rest out. I wish I knew then what I know now. Great stick.
  • Jdorais
    Jdorais Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 653
    Happy Birthday! Not only did you get to enjoy a great cigar but the days weather in our area was fantastic; perfect for outdoor smoking!
  • sightunseen
    sightunseen Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 2,130
    Happy birthday, Marty. Glad you could enjoy a special cigar on this occasion.
  • Fourtotheflush
    Fourtotheflush Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 2,555
    Happy birthday! You should call Timb and see if he can do anything for you.
  • laker1963
    laker1963 Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 5,046
    jlmarta:
    stephen_hannibal:
    Happy birthday DUDE!!!!



    Thank you very much, my friend. I'm not too old, but I'm older than Fla. Gypsy.

    Marty

    FlaGypsy has dust on him from the Flintstone times... how old are you anyway LMAO.

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY sir.
  • jlmarta
    jlmarta Everyone, Registered Users Posts: 3,440
    Hey, Gypsy, remember - he's the one who said that, not me.

    To answer your question, yesterday was my 74th birthday. Thanks for asking.

    Marty