Is Opus X really "all that"?

Subvet642 · 12-14-2009, 10:02 AM

I was at the local B&M Saturday, and as I was poking around, the proprietor told another customer that he has Opus X back in stock. Having heard of them around here, I take a look only to see the price tag. So, are they really all that, or what?

12-14-2009, 10:10 AM

I'll jump in here, why not....okay, so I haven't gone headlong down the Opus slope (mostly due to inflated prices, hype and limited supply) but I have had a few and I do like 'em. I was able to find a place in Pittsburgh that had them at a very reasonable cost and a few others on my travels in the past year. The place in Pitt had 'em for like $10 - $14 a stick.

I find that they're quite consistent, quite tasty and if you can find 'em at the above price range (good luck), then it's worth it.

If you find 'em for $35 - $45 like they are at my B&M (which I personally like despite the Opus costs), then FORGET IT!

Just keep lookin' and you'll find them!

12-14-2009, 10:14 AM

I get down to Florida 3-5 times per year. Always slip over to Tampa to some local shops there. I always pick up a couple Opus X cigars there, usually around $12 each. They are good cigars, well worth the $12. They are not worth the $25+ that you see them alot of places.

jwfish81 · 12-14-2009, 10:16 AM

Just had my first Opus Saturday, and I think that if you can get over the price, or find one at a more reasonable price, they are worth it. I also agree, that $30 - $40 a stick is a little steep, but I wouldn't hesitate to buy more if i found them in the $10 - $20 range. Just my

rlmedic · 12-14-2009, 10:17 AM

Its a great special occasion smoke at $12 to $15 anything more then that and I would find something else to smoke! Check with other B+M in your area and you will find one who doesn't mark up the "special" smokes... Good luck

Subvet642 · 12-14-2009, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by rlmedic

Its a great special occasion smoke at $12 to $15 anything more then that and I would find something else to smoke! Check with other B+M in your area and you will find one who doesn't mark up the "special" smokes... Good luck

That's about what they are at my local B&M. So maybe I will give one a try.

T.G · 12-14-2009, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Subvet642

That's about what they are at my local B&M. So maybe I will give one a try.

If you can get them at close to MSRP, then that is a good plan, but I would recommend trying two - one larger ring gauge and one smaller, because the vitola does affect the taste on this cigar.

Personally, I find the longer Opus Xs to be as boring as watching paint dry and I've seen BOTLs who are trying their first Opus and it's a Double Corona, or Reserva D'Chateau or Perfexion No. 2 and they sit there smoking the cigar "waiting for something to happen" and since it never does, they end up turned off to the line. If I had to recommend two Opus X's for someone to try, I would say the xXx Power Ranger (short torpedo) and the Perfecxion No.4 (corona, cedar wrapped) or a Perfecxion No.5 (petite corona). Different enough in size that they have noteable differences in complexity and power, not so long that one ends up bored.

Subvet642 · 12-14-2009, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by T.G

If you can get them at close to MSRP, then that is a good plan, but I would recommend trying two - one larger ring gauge and one smaller, because the vitola does affect the taste on this cigar.

Personally, I find the longer Opus Xs to be as boring as watching paint dry and I've seen BOTLs who are trying their first Opus and it's a Double Corona, or Reserva D'Chateau or Perfexion No. 2 and they sit there smoking the cigar "waiting for something to happen" and since it never does, they end up turned off to the line. If I had to recommend two Opus X's for someone to try, I would say the xXx Power Ranger (short torpedo) and the Perfecxion No.4 (corona, cedar wrapped) or a Perfecxion No.5 (petite corona). Different enough in size that they have noteable differences in complexity and power, not so long that one ends up bored.

That's a good point! I tend toward robustos, or sometimes coronas; but I don't really go for longer smokes. So, the torpedo and the petit corona might be right up my alley. But, if I end up liking them; then what?

T.G · 12-14-2009, 01:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Subvet642

That's a good point! I tend toward robustos, or sometimes coronas; but I don't really go for longer smokes. So, the torpedo and the petit corona might be right up my alley. But, if I end up liking them; then what?

Then you buy a few and enjoy them, if you can get them at MSRP, then even better. I enjoy the #4, #5, petit lancero and once in awhile, the power ranger, but only at MSRP, I won't pay more than a buck over MSRP to get them.

FYI - there are 3 "torpedos" in the regular line (4 if you count the petit lancero). The power ranger is the one on the far right in this photo:

http://www.vitolas.net/displayimage.php?album=35&pos=5

Adriftpanda · 12-14-2009, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by T.G

If you can get them at close to MSRP, then that is a good plan, but I would recommend trying two - one larger ring gauge and one smaller, because the vitola does affect the taste on this cigar.

Personally, I find the longer Opus Xs to be as boring as watching paint dry and I've seen BOTLs who are trying their first Opus and it's a Double Corona, or Reserva D'Chateau or Perfexion No. 2 and they sit there smoking the cigar "waiting for something to happen" and since it never does, they end up turned off to the line. If I had to recommend two Opus X's for someone to try, I would say the xXx Power Ranger (short torpedo) and the Perfecxion No.4 (corona, cedar wrapped) or a Perfecxion No.5 (petite corona). Different enough in size that they have noteable differences in complexity and power, not so long that one ends up bored.

Well said Adam. I have to agree with you on the vitolas and taste.
As far as if they are worth trying? Sure, anything is worth a try if you can afford it. Just do not pay 25+ for them.

icehog3 · 12-14-2009, 10:17 AM

Everyone's tastes are different. You need to try a couple and decde for yourself, they might be "all that" for some, and nothing special for others.

RightAJ · 12-14-2009, 10:20 AM

Give them a few years, and the answer is yes. Fresh, they can be rather harsh in my esperience. Definitely not an everyday stick, but if you can hold on to them and get a few years of age, they make a fantastic 'special smoke'

aj

SmokinApe · 12-14-2009, 06:24 PM

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Originally Posted by RightAJ

Give them a few years, and the answer is yes. Fresh, they can be rather harsh in my esperience. Definitely not an everyday stick, but if you can hold on to them and get a few years of age, they make a fantastic 'special smoke'

aj

Even "fresh" Opus have been aged for 3 years from Fuente. I find this age statement just a tad in accurate...
Just my opinion...

jdakine · 12-14-2009, 06:43 PM

I love Opus and when I first started smoking them, I didn't know any better about buying them. We have 1 local B&M on Island and it's the # 1 travel destination in the US again. $$$$$

I was in Singapore in May. Found a shop at the Hyatt and he had a full box of Opus #4's and wanted $2000.00 US for the box. Did I buy, no.

Do some home work and figure out where to buy Opus if you like Opus, I did.

JJG · 12-14-2009, 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by SmokinApe

Even "fresh" Opus have been aged for 3 years from Fuente. I find this age statement just a tad in accurate...
Just my opinion...

I wondered about this too since the conventional wisdom seems to be that Opus' are best when laid down for a few years. A little extra age couldn't hurt, but I would think they should very smokeable right off the truck.

SmokeyJoe · 12-14-2009, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by JJG

I wondered about this too since the conventional wisdom seems to be that Opus' are best when laid down for a few years. A little extra age couldn't hurt, but I would think they should very smokeable right off the truck.

I do mlike them "off the truck", but a little age seems to make a difference. My

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kenstogie · 12-14-2009, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

Everyone's tastes are different. You need to try a couple and decde for yourself, they might be "all that" for some, and nothing special for others.

but would like to add that off the few I have had they do age and the 5 yo one I had was quite fantastic and worth the price IMHO.

12-14-2009, 10:35 AM

If you can find them at MSRP, yes they are worth the money and are a great stick. I would never pay the prices some folks are willing to pay for them.

Subvet642 · 12-14-2009, 11:02 AM

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Originally Posted by newlifetaxidermy

If you can find them at MSRP, yes they are worth the money and are a great stick. I would never pay the prices some folks are willing to pay for them.

Yeah, I've seen them on-line for ~$50 a stick.

SmokeyJoe · 12-14-2009, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by newlifetaxidermy

If you can find them at MSRP, yes they are worth the money and are a great stick. I would never pay the prices some folks are willing to pay for them.

Well stated... my sentiments exactly.

Ditto on aging them a year or two.

12-14-2009, 10:02 AM	#1
Subvet642 Bilge Rat Join Date: Nov 2009 First Name: Darren Location: Torpedo Room Bilge Posts: 2,997 Trading: (13)	Is Opus X really "all that"? I was at the local B&M Saturday, and as I was poking around, the proprietor told another customer that he has Opus X back in stock. Having heard of them around here, I take a look only to see the price tag. So, are they really all that, or what? __________________ *"Man's mind is his basic tool of survival. Life is given to him, survival is not." -John Galt*

12-14-2009, 10:10 AM	#2
mrreindeer Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Is Opus X really "all that"? I'll jump in here, why not....okay, so I haven't gone headlong down the Opus slope (mostly due to inflated prices, hype and limited supply) but I have had a few and I do like 'em. I was able to find a place in Pittsburgh that had them at a very reasonable cost and a few others on my travels in the past year. The place in Pitt had 'em for like $10 - $14 a stick. I find that they're quite consistent, quite tasty and if you can find 'em at the above price range (good luck), then it's worth it. If you find 'em for $35 - $45 like they are at my B&M (which I personally like despite the Opus costs), then FORGET IT! Just keep lookin' and you'll find them!

12-14-2009, 10:14 AM	#3
Namerifrats Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Is Opus X really "all that"? I get down to Florida 3-5 times per year. Always slip over to Tampa to some local shops there. I always pick up a couple Opus X cigars there, usually around $12 each. They are good cigars, well worth the $12. They are not worth the $25+ that you see them alot of places.

12-14-2009, 10:17 AM	#11
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,304 Trading: (60)	Re: Is Opus X really "all that"? Everyone's tastes are different. You need to try a couple and decde for yourself, they might be "all that" for some, and nothing special for others. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

12-14-2009, 10:20 AM	#12
RightAJ Here Franky Franky Join Date: Oct 2009 First Name: aj Location: Philadelphia, PA Posts: 915 Trading: (3)	Re: Is Opus X really "all that"? Give them a few years, and the answer is yes. Fresh, they can be rather harsh in my esperience. Definitely not an everyday stick, but if you can hold on to them and get a few years of age, they make a fantastic 'special smoke' aj __________________ My Blog-> ajstogies.blogspot.com Beer Blog->thehopscribe.blogspot.com

12-14-2009, 10:16 AM	#4
jwfish81 Just wandering Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Justin Location: The Ozarks Posts: 97 Trading: (1)	Re: Is Opus X really "all that"? Just had my first Opus Saturday, and I think that if you can get over the price, or find one at a more reasonable price, they are worth it. I also agree, that $30 - $40 a stick is a little steep, but I wouldn't hesitate to buy more if i found them in the $10 - $20 range. Just my __________________ Enjoying the outdoors and a good cigar!

12-14-2009, 10:17 AM	#5
rlmedic Still Watching My Back Join Date: Dec 2009 First Name: Ryan Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 130 Trading: (5)	Re: Is Opus X really "all that"? Its a great special occasion smoke at $12 to $15 anything more then that and I would find something else to smoke! Check with other B+M in your area and you will find one who doesn't mark up the "special" smokes... Good luck

12-14-2009, 06:43 PM	#14
jdakine Sawadee Join Date: Sep 2009 First Name: Jay Location: Republic of Maui Posts: 2,481 Trading: (34)	Re: Is Opus X really "all that"? I love Opus and when I first started smoking them, I didn't know any better about buying them. We have 1 local B&M on Island and it's the # 1 travel destination in the US again. $$$$$ I was in Singapore in May. Found a shop at the Hyatt and he had a full box of Opus #4's and wanted $2000.00 US for the box. Did I buy, no. Do some home work and figure out where to buy Opus if you like Opus, I did. __________________ Live your life to the fullist and smoke your favorate cigars

12-14-2009, 10:35 AM	#18
newlifetaxidermy Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Is Opus X really "all that"? If you can find them at MSRP, yes they are worth the money and are a great stick. I would never pay the prices some folks are willing to pay for them.