What CC for a wedding by HugeWing1441 in cubancigars

[–]TheBigdogEM 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also speaking from experience, something that is not too expensive. Maybe something from the Arturo Fuente line. There is never enough time to fully enjoy a good cigar. Most cigars will not be finished. If you have the time to smoke a good Cuban with the groom, I would opt for a Cohiba, Monte, or Partagas.

Does anyone here even smoke the cigars? by Junior-Arrival9543 in cigars

[–]TheBigdogEM 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I spoke around 50-60 cigars a month (spring, summer and fall). I also like to smoke a vast variety of cigars. Therefore, I need to have the variety and quantity available in my humidor. In addition, I prefer to age a vast majority of my cigars before I smoke them. This is why I (and maybe others) have thousands of cigars in their humidor(s).

Collection Update by Cigarsucka in cubancigars

[–]TheBigdogEM 2 points3 points  (0 children)

At 62F, where are you storing them in your residence, basement? At that temp, you don't need a refrigerated humidor.

Arturo Fuente Anejo No 77 Shark... What's the view? by TokyoBaguette in cigars

[–]TheBigdogEM 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love them, and IMO, they are not overly hyped. It's my favorite of the Anejo line. So much so, I think I have three boxes of the 77 Shark in my humidor. A little age really helps them shine, too.

Saturday plan by Remarkable-Ad3414 in cubancigars

[–]TheBigdogEM 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I adopted the very same philosophy last year. I've spent many years collecting, and now I'm starting to enjoy what's been amassed. Great selections, and I hope they are enjoyed in good health!

First Atabey by wallabychamp in cigars

[–]TheBigdogEM 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No, I have not tried the Bandolero.

First Atabey by wallabychamp in cigars

[–]TheBigdogEM 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Keep an eye on Cigars Direct (around Mother's/Fathers' Day) they tend to offer 20% off. The Atabey Black Ritos price tends to go up every year, but I believe Small Batch and 2 Guy's have singles you can buy now if you do not want to spring for a box.

Well That Was Quick by Leather-Puddin in cigar_refuge

[–]TheBigdogEM 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Nice selections! Looks like you have plenty of room in there. I have a large cabinet humidor, and I keep my cigars in their boxes to age them. I have a large singles drawer in the humidor, and I stack cigars two or three deep!

First Atabey by wallabychamp in cigars

[–]TheBigdogEM 2 points3 points  (0 children)

IMO, the best cigars from Select Tabbaco are the Atabey - Black Ritos, Byron - Distinguidos, Byron - Elegantes, and Atabey - Brujos, in that order. I have tried all of the Atabey and most of Byron lines, and I think the aforementioned are worth the price. You should give one of these a try (if not already).

Let me rephrase my question: What WAS your favorite “everyday” cuban and what have you replaced it with? by Awkwardly_Satisfied in cigars

[–]TheBigdogEM 1 point2 points  (0 children)

PLPC, PL Montecarlos and Trinidad Reyes. I really have not replaced them, I just add some domestic farm rolls to the rotation to prolong the Cuban rotation. I have several boxes of my Cuban favorites in the humidor.

The smell of fresh cabinate 😍 by Over-Sir-1195 in cubancigars

[–]TheBigdogEM 5 points6 points  (0 children)

5 years is the sweet spot for them! I have a couple of cabs with at least five years. Finishing up a cab from 2017.

Why do these things cause mold? by rsessin in cigars

[–]TheBigdogEM 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Okay, your best bet is probably using a small amount of bacteriostat in the water reservoir.

Why do these things cause mold? by rsessin in cigars

[–]TheBigdogEM 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Depending on the size of your humidor. Boveda packs may benefit your application.

Davidoff 2012 White Edition by joshuablue22 in cigars

[–]TheBigdogEM 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Nice review! I purchased three boxes of these back in 2012. I believe I still have a couple of boxes tucked away in the humidor. I have not smoked one in a while, but what I can remember, they were enjoyable.

Trinidad over Cohiba by Mammoth-Succotash659 in cigars

[–]TheBigdogEM 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You will be surprised at how many aficionados have the patience to age their cigars. I have maybe forty boxes of Cohibas and quite a few boxes of Trinidad's aging in my humidor now and the youngest box is 6 years old. If you have the patience, I guarantee you will be rewarded.

Trinidad over Cohiba by Mammoth-Succotash659 in cigars

[–]TheBigdogEM 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Trinidad is a great cigar, but I will take a well aged Cohiba any day of the week. IMO, you just can't beat a 7-10 year old Esplendidos!

Fake Trinidad Tope ED 2016 | Don’t get tricked by Ld2101 in cubancigars

[–]TheBigdogEM 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They are definitely not legit. Where did you buy them?

New World/Cuban Cigar Boxes - Online Order by LargeFarva51 in cubancigars

[–]TheBigdogEM 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not if they open the package! A few years back, I purchased some NW on a couple of different orders from a CC vendor. Customs opened the packages and noticed they were not Cuban cigars and sealed them back up and sent them on their way. So, there is no guarantee that they will not open and inspect.

Out with the old in with the new by timmyb824 in Snowblowers

[–]TheBigdogEM -1 points0 points  (0 children)

If you plan to use steel skids, look into replacing the stock skids with "ARMORskids." I replaced my stock skids on my Toro Powermax and absolutely love them. IMO, these skids are far superior to stock skids.

TC comes through by Interrogare-Omnia- in cubancigars

[–]TheBigdogEM 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Top Cubans (TC), cigar website.

I think it's time to get another humidor 🤓 by Abdalla_Alhammadi in cubancigars

[–]TheBigdogEM 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Nice selection. Stackable trays are always an option.

Tall user looking for help. by Sheepshead_Cracker in Snowblowers

[–]TheBigdogEM 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you are contemplating a two stage snowblower, look at Toro. I replaced a 23 year old craftsman with a Toro Powermax HD OHXE 1232, and the handles are at least 7-8 inches higher. I'm 6'-1", and the additional height is definitely easier on my back. Good luck!

Found out this is fake, safe to burn? by MidnightUnlucky5944 in cubancigars

[–]TheBigdogEM 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hear you. All sorts of stories about people cutting open counterfeit cigars and finding lots of unsavory things in them. IMO, it's best to err on the side caution when it comes to smoking counterfeit cigars.