Gurkha the monticristo of NCs

02-13-2012, 09:38 PM

I just had my 15 ever gurkha tonight a assassin robusto and after a quick pre draw i though to myself "oh not again" yep it was plugged but i pressed on anyway trying to nurse it and after the half way mark it pretty much exploded on me.

So that went in the stinky and i got down to some thinking construction wise (or lack there of) is a gurkha the bastard child of the cuban montecristo line as both seem to churn out a ton of cigars both seem to have issues maintaining quality construction (13/15 of the gurkhas have either been plugged,soft,loose or exploded)

So dose anyone els find the Gurkhas to be inconsistent or am i just having a really bad run of luck and if i am can you suggest a good Gurkha with a flavour other than burning carpet maybe dark chocolate and spice with earthy notes like a nice montie edmundo.

BHalbrooks · 02-13-2012, 09:40 PM

A LOT of guys on here hate Ghurkas. I've bought a couple boxes for $50, and I've had a couple of their Status, and the one infused with Cognac. I didn't have any problems. Maybe I'm really lucky?

dwoodward · 02-13-2012, 09:43 PM

I have never had a clogged Gurkha... I have probably smoked more Gurkha cigars than any other manufacturers... I would check your B&M, maybe they are over humidifying...

icehog3 · 02-14-2012, 12:26 AM

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Originally Posted by dwoodward

I have never had a clogged Gurkha.

I only wish the Gurkhas I have tried had been plugged.

NCRadioMan · 02-14-2012, 12:29 AM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

I only wish the Gurkhas I have tried had been plugged.

If that were the case, we wouldn't have such iconic pictures.

icehog3 · 02-14-2012, 12:39 AM

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Originally Posted by NCRadioMan

If that were the case, we wouldn't have such iconic pictures.

If I knew what iconic meant, I would be very angry. Or flattered. Or indifferent.

Hi Chutney!

pnoon · 02-14-2012, 12:41 AM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

If I knew what iconic meant, I would be very angry. Or flattered. Or indifferent.

Hi Chutney!

That would be Mr. Lovebiscuit to you.

44stampede · 02-14-2012, 12:54 AM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

I only wish the Gurkhas I have tried had been plugged.

NCRadioMan · 02-14-2012, 03:12 AM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

Hi Chutney!

Admiral!

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Originally Posted by pnoon

That would be Mr. Lovebiscuit to you.

Well brother, since he is a DB of the highest order, it can slide. Thanks for having my back.

FNA · 02-14-2012, 11:14 AM

I have not had any issues with plugged Gurkhas and I have smoked rather more than 15.

That said, I have had uneven burn problems on almost every perfecto vitola from Gurkha.

I recall no burn or draw problems with any parejos - no wait, there's a box-pressed toro with green and red in the band, they have boated I think I remember. But the large formats (7.5 inch and up) have smoked very well.

I generally like the flavors Gurkha offers. I think these cigars really have to be bought at auction as the MSRP is just too high.

pnoon · 02-13-2012, 09:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Reaver2145

I just had my 15 ever gurkha tonight a assassin robusto and after a quick pre draw i though to myself "oh not again" yep it was plugged but i pressed on anyway trying to nurse it and after the half way mark it pretty much exploded on me.

So that went in the stinky and i got down to some thinking construction wise (or lack there of) is a gurkha the bastard child of the cuban montecristo line as both seem to churn out a ton of cigars both seem to have issues maintaining quality construction (13/15 of the gurkhas have either been plugged,soft,loose or exploded)

So dose anyone els find the Gurkhas to be inconsistent or am i just having a really bad run of luck and if i am can you suggest a good Gurkha with a flavour other than burning carpet maybe dark chocolate and spice with earthy notes like a nice montie edmundo.

I'm not sure such a cigar exists.

I would respectfully suggest punctuation in your posts. Without it, it makes for a difficult read.

I find Cuban Montecristos to be of much higher quality in flavor and construction. Just one man's opinion.

lenguamor · 02-13-2012, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

I'm not sure such a cigar exists.

I would respectfully suggest punctuation in your posts. Without it, it makes for a difficult read.

I find Cuban Montecristos to be of much higher quality in flavor and construction. Just one man's opinion.

The things you see if you live long enough.

02-13-2012, 09:52 PM

Arr my introduction thread explains the spelling/grammar you dont have to be respectful about it it just sucks dont worry im not trying to torture your eyes.....or am i.

As for B&Ms it shouldn't be the problem Gurkha dosnt exist on the English market so i have to have them shipped from America and i make sure to store them for at least a month in my humi between 60-65% before smoking them.

lenguamor · 02-13-2012, 09:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Reaver2145

Arr my introduction thread explains the spelling/grammar you dont have to be respectful about it it just sucks dont worry im not trying to torture your eyes.....or am i.

As for B&Ms it shouldn't be the problem Gurkha dosnt exist on the English market so i have to have them shipped from America and i make sure to store them for at least a month in my humi between 60-65% before smoking them.

You live in England and you're importing Gurkhas? Isn't that like living in Colombia and importing crystal meth?

jluck · 02-13-2012, 10:03 PM

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Originally Posted by lenguamor

You live in England and you're importing Gurkha's? Isn't that like living in Colombia and importing crystal meth?

Best post ever....

I never expected to see Gurkha's compared to Monte's! maybe VS or reyes...

JenksAnejo · 02-13-2012, 10:05 PM

Gurkha's? Come on man!

pnoon · 02-13-2012, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Reaver2145

Arr my introduction thread explains the spelling/grammar you dont have to be respectful about it it just sucks dont worry im not trying to torture your eyes.....or am i.

As for B&Ms it shouldn't be the problem Gurkha dosnt exist on the English market so i have to have them shipped from America and i make sure to store them for at least a month in my humi between 60-65% before smoking them.

I just read your intro and understand. I will be sure and read your posts carefully.

02-13-2012, 10:02 PM

@lenguamor HAHA good point but no i like the change of pace of NC cigars there is nothing like it coming out of cuba just like there is nothing like a cuban coming out of any NC sticks.

@pnoon Dont worry its like learning Russian youll get the hang of it eventually or just drown yourself in vodka to make the pain go away.

pnoon · 02-13-2012, 10:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Reaver2145

@lenguamor HAHA good point but no i like the change of pace of NC cigars there is nothing like it coming out of cuba just like there is nothing like a cuban coming out of any NC sticks.

@pnoon Dont worry its like learning Russian youll get the hang of it eventually or just drown yourself in gin to make the pain go away.

Fixed your post for you.

02-13-2012, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by pnoon

Fixed your post for you.

Gin you say ill crack out the Hendricks then.

02-13-2012, 09:38 PM	#1
Reaver2145 Guest Posts: n/a	Gurkha the monticristo of NCs I just had my 15 ever gurkha tonight a assassin robusto and after a quick pre draw i though to myself "oh not again" yep it was plugged but i pressed on anyway trying to nurse it and after the half way mark it pretty much exploded on me. So that went in the stinky and i got down to some thinking construction wise (or lack there of) is a gurkha the bastard child of the cuban montecristo line as both seem to churn out a ton of cigars both seem to have issues maintaining quality construction (13/15 of the gurkhas have either been plugged,soft,loose or exploded) So dose anyone els find the Gurkhas to be inconsistent or am i just having a really bad run of luck and if i am can you suggest a good Gurkha with a flavour other than burning carpet maybe dark chocolate and spice with earthy notes like a nice montie edmundo.

02-13-2012, 09:40 PM	#2
BHalbrooks Have My Own Room Join Date: Nov 2011 First Name: B Location: Texas Posts: 1,122 Trading: (5)	Re: Gurkha the monticristo of NCs A LOT of guys on here hate Ghurkas. I've bought a couple boxes for $50, and I've had a couple of their Status, and the one infused with Cognac. I didn't have any problems. Maybe I'm really lucky?

02-13-2012, 09:43 PM	#3
dwoodward Gentlemen, you may smoke! Join Date: Jul 2010 First Name: Derrick Location: South Dakota Posts: 1,868 Trading: (26)	Re: Gurkha the monticristo of NCs I have never had a clogged Gurkha... I have probably smoked more Gurkha cigars than any other manufacturers... I would check your B&M, maybe they are over humidifying...

02-14-2012, 11:14 AM	#10
FNA Just in from the Storm Join Date: Jan 2012 Posts: 23 Trading: (0)	Re: Gurkha the monticristo of NCs I have not had any issues with plugged Gurkhas and I have smoked rather more than 15. That said, I have had uneven burn problems on almost every perfecto vitola from Gurkha. I recall no burn or draw problems with any parejos - no wait, there's a box-pressed toro with green and red in the band, they have boated I think I remember. But the large formats (7.5 inch and up) have smoked very well. I generally like the flavors Gurkha offers. I think these cigars really have to be bought at auction as the MSRP is just too high.

02-13-2012, 09:52 PM	#13
Reaver2145 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Gurkha the monticristo of NCs Arr my introduction thread explains the spelling/grammar you dont have to be respectful about it it just sucks dont worry im not trying to torture your eyes.....or am i. As for B&Ms it shouldn't be the problem Gurkha dosnt exist on the English market so i have to have them shipped from America and i make sure to store them for at least a month in my humi between 60-65% before smoking them.

02-13-2012, 10:05 PM	#16
JenksAnejo Thunder Up Join Date: Dec 2011 First Name: Jarrod Location: Thunder Country Posts: 1,332 Trading: (51)	Re: Gurkha the monticristo of NCs Gurkha's? Come on man!

02-13-2012, 10:02 PM	#18
Reaver2145 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Gurkha the monticristo of NCs @lenguamor HAHA good point but no i like the change of pace of NC cigars there is nothing like it coming out of cuba just like there is nothing like a cuban coming out of any NC sticks. @pnoon Dont worry its like learning Russian youll get the hang of it eventually or just drown yourself in vodka to make the pain go away.