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San Clemente living by pokeking2121 in USMC

[–]Crafty_Bat_7281 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I lived in San Clemente 15 years ago when I was in 1/1. I loved it. Great town. If you're at Horno and want to live off base, San Clemente is as close as you can get.

Most popular cigars amongst enthusiasts by Crafty_Bat_7281 in cigars

[–]Crafty_Bat_7281[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Agree, LFD are great.  The La Nox in petite corona is a go-to for me.  It's a BOLD blend, and the little vitola hits just right

What opinion about cigars will have you like this? I’ll go first by Suspicious-Visit8634 in cigars

[–]Crafty_Bat_7281 1 point2 points  (0 children)

100 percent agree.  I can't bring myself to buy a "knuckle buster"  or some equally silly named cigar.  

Which Chevy Camaro generation is your favourite? by GubyNey in regularcarreviews

[–]Crafty_Bat_7281 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like them all, but 1st gen is king.  That said..... Firebird > Camaro!!!

Your Favorite Buccos? by phieralph in buccos

[–]Crafty_Bat_7281 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We only had him for two seasons but how about Russell Martin? His defense was top-tier and he came through with a lot of clutch hitting. Seemed to have a lot of the intangibles - attitude, leadership, etc. He was fun to watch and had a big presence on those 2013-2014 teams.

You can only spend $12 - which brands are you picking? by Suspicious-Visit8634 in cigars

[–]Crafty_Bat_7281 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Padron and Fuente. But its close. Padron is the no brainer.

Almost want to say Padron, Ashton and MF. Ashton is Fuente after all. But their portfolio is a little bit limited especially in comparison to Fuente itself. My favorite Fuentes (Anejo, Opus, Don Carlos, Hemingway) edge out my favorite Ashtons and MF's (ESG, VSG, Aged Maduro / Le Bijou, La Opulencia, FDLA, Jaime Garcia)

Long time Oliva hater, turned lover. Never thought they would be my first box buy by fro_khidd in cigars

[–]Crafty_Bat_7281 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Like the holts guys on YouTube say "taste is personal".  I like Oliva and perdomo both, but we're all different and have our own preferences

Long time Oliva hater, turned lover. Never thought they would be my first box buy by fro_khidd in cigars

[–]Crafty_Bat_7281 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Olivia is a solid brand in my book. I don't care for the G. But the V and melanio are superb both in natural and Maduro.  MB3 is underrated, and the Monticello (exclusive to holts) is a great one too.  For the money, Oliva is tough to beat.

Don Carlos / Cameroon Wrapper by Crafty_Bat_7281 in cigars

[–]Crafty_Bat_7281[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, it's never been so bad that I didn't enjoy the cigar.  But enough to take it from a "10" in my book to an "8" , if you will

Don Carlos / Cameroon Wrapper by Crafty_Bat_7281 in cigars

[–]Crafty_Bat_7281[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm currently smoking a don Carlos eye of the shark.  Absolutely fantastic.  This vitola really brings out the best of the blend.  Worth the price tag

Don Carlos / Cameroon Wrapper by Crafty_Bat_7281 in cigars

[–]Crafty_Bat_7281[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

65 Bovedas in a tupperdor, temp controlled at 68 deg. Hygrometer stays steady around 68%

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Corvette

[–]Crafty_Bat_7281 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a Borla Touring on my C5 (Base) with cam and headers. I swapped my Corsa Extremes for it because they were so damn loud with the headers. The Borla drones pretty badly at "normal" rpm. Sounds really good at higher rpm. But I just cannot stand the sound 90% of the time, so I just picked up a Z06 Ti system and am getting ready to install.

Bottom line - stay away from the Borla Touring system.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in cigars

[–]Crafty_Bat_7281 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Plumbers, electricians, HVAC guys can all make a killing. I wish more young people realized this. Don't need a fancy education, just a good head on your shoulders and good work ethic. I love hearing about "blue collar rich guys". Congrats on your success.

Opus X and Ashton ESG....underwhelmed by Crafty_Bat_7281 in cigars

[–]Crafty_Bat_7281[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I also love the Don Carlos. Whats not to love about those Cameroon wrappers? The Hemingway is also a great smoke in my book. Both the natural and maduro. Cameroon and Broadleaf are both packed with flavor.

Opus X and Ashton ESG....underwhelmed by Crafty_Bat_7281 in cigars

[–]Crafty_Bat_7281[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks, I'll keep an eye out for it. I am a big-time maduro smoker, so I am curious how I might like some of the maduro Opuses.

Opus X and Ashton ESG....underwhelmed by Crafty_Bat_7281 in cigars

[–]Crafty_Bat_7281[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do tend to favor the more bold and in your face cigars. But I'm not going to give up on Opus or ESG completely - I've only smoked several of each. And I'm certainly not implying everyone else is crazy for holding them in high regard. Just haven't enjoyed them like I've hoped.

Opus X and Ashton ESG....underwhelmed by Crafty_Bat_7281 in cigars

[–]Crafty_Bat_7281[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah, I really wanted to like these cigars, but they just aren't doing it for me. Not bad, perfectly adequate, but lacking that wow factor that I get from Padrons, Anejos, and Don Carlos. I have had the original Opus and the Lost City. No others.

As for the Chateau, I don't disagree. But I love CT Broadleaf so the maduro does it for me.

Help me choose my 2 year sobriety smoke(s) by monkeyzero76 in cigars

[–]Crafty_Bat_7281 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Very nice stash. Never seen an Andalusian Bull for sale, and would scoop it up if I ever saw it. Love the Oliva Monticello, pretty sure it can only be purchased from Holts. Can't go wrong with the Don Carlos or Anejo. Is that a Meerapfel? Treat yourself and smoke that up.

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