September 1st, 2010 / 35 Comments » / by Tom
This will be stuck to the top of the site until the contest is over. Reviews will still be posted.
I know what your thinking… A watch giveaway on a cigar review site? When Orient Watches contacted me offering to hold a raffle here, I was hesitant at first. After browsing their website, I saw quite a variety of styles, ranging from the CDBAA001B to the sporty CVZ02002W. After procrastinating for awhile, I figured why not? Let’s give a TomsCigars.com reader the chance to win a free prize, even if it isn’t cigar related.
The watch we are raffling is the CEM5J006U, and is pictured to the left. It features a stainless steel case, water resistant up to 50M, calendar, stainless steel band, and MSRP is $135.00.
The term “Automatic watch” means there is no winding mechanism or battery. The watch is wound by motion. So your arm movement from walking will essentially wind the watch.
Pretty cool huh? Want to win it? Read on…
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Posted in: Contest
Tags: orientwatchusa.com
September 3rd, 2010 / No Comments » / by Tom
Once again I am reviewing a cigar provided to me by Luis Falto, President & CEO of Falto Cigars. This cigar comes in two sizes, the Ballibo, which is 6 3/4 x 35, and is named after the grandfather of the founder. The other is what I am reviewing today. The Ballibo basically has the same flavors as this one, but it’s small ring gage seems to focus the flavors a bit more. As always, I paired this cigar with water.
Wrapper: Cameroon
Binder: Dominican
Filler: Dominican
Size: 5 x 52
Price: $8.00 @ Bonita Smoke Shop
Pre-Smoke & Construction:
The delicate Cameroon wrapper had small to medium sized veins and some bumps here and there. Overall there were only minor cosmetic flaws. The wrapper had an odor of hay and earth, while the foot had a mild natural tobacco smell. The pre-light draw was free, and had a mild sweet earthy taste. Overall the cigar was a little soft to the touch, and bounced back when squeezed.
The burn required a few small corrections, and the ash held for an inch.
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Posted in: Cigar Reviews
Tags: especial, falto, luises, reserva, tres
September 2nd, 2010 / No Comments » / by Tom
I’ve been getting quite a few emails lately with a common question… Where the F is Ed? Where is your monthly video cigar review???
The answer is simple… I’ve been short on time these days. Setting up a video cigar review takes more planning and time then one would expect, not to mention editing. But enough excuses… Essentially Ed has been waiting on me.
Ed and I have slated some time in the very near future to review the Quesada Tributo. To switch things up a little, we will be joining a guy you may know. He runs a cigar review site that I really like. I featured it as a Site of the Month not too long ago. It should be a good time hanging out and seeing how the Tributo treats us. Stay tuned!
Posted in: Site Updates
August 31st, 2010 / 3 Comments » / by Tom
The Room 101 is blended be Camacho. What is Room 101 you ask? From what I could find on the Internet, Room 101 is a brand of luxury items including jewelry, clothing, and various accessories. They decided to add cigars to their lineup, and Camacho did the honors. My first thought was about how gimmicky this whole thing sounded. But who am I to judge without trying the product? I finally gave in and picked up a few cigars, and offer you my review.
Wrapper: Semilla 101 (Honduras)
Binder: Honduras
Filler: Honduras, Dominican Republic
Size: 305 Robusto (5 x 50)
Price: Around $7.50
Pre-Smoke & Construction:
The wrapper looked nice, and you could barely see the seams from rolling. The aroma coming off of the wrapper reminded me of a barnyard. The foot had a milder natural tobacco smell. When squeezing the cigar, I found a few minor hard and soft spots. They were not extreme or of concern. The pre-light draw had a little resistance, and had a slight earthy taste.
The burn required several minor touch up’s, and the ash held for just under an inch.
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Posted in: Cigar Reviews
Tags: 101, camacho, room
August 27th, 2010 / 1 Comment » / by Tom
My pals over at the Bonita Smoke Shop gave this to me when I paid them a visit not too long ago. This cigar sat among several other smokes I need to review. Viaje is a boutique cigar company, with very limited distribution and manufacturing. That’s about all I know about the brand. I paired this cigar with water, and here is my first impression of the Viaje Oro.
Wrapper: Nicaraguan Corojo 99 Cafe
Binder: Nicaragua
Filler: Nicaragua
Size: Delicado 6 x 50
Price: Around $8.00
Pre-Smoke & Construction:
The wrapper looked nice, with medium sized veins and no real flaws. I’d say it had an odor of earth or a dark rich soil. The tobacco was packed solid and fairly even. This brings me to the pre-light draw. It was a little snug, but well within my tolerances. It had a nice dark natural tobacco taste with earthy undertones. Overall construction and appearance was very nice.
The ash held for about an inch, and the burn required a few minor corrections.
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Posted in: Cigar Reviews
Tags: bonitasmokeshop, orojo, viaje
