Rollin' my own......

Garbandz · 06-14-2013, 12:30 PM

Just got my first order of leaf yesterday,spent a couple happy hours experimenting on sizes and blends.First couple were somewhat ugly,but they started to look better by the 4th or 5th one.

Rolled a few robusto size,then switched to a lancero vitola,then a couple of corona gordas.

The wrappers I got are Conn. broadleaf and "Fronto"{new to me} and they go on smooth and tight. I got Nic ligero and Nic seco for filler,with a small bag of broadleaf for a change of profile. I chose broadleaf for the binder.I got 4 binders and wrappers from each leaf,a surprise to me. The scrap broadleaf had some nice bits too,some good enough for binders.

I got 3 fillers,one binder, and two wrappers to start,just to be sure I had enough,probably will have some wrapper left. Maybe I will use it to practice on yard gars,for a different profile.

I am waiting for them to dry down a bit so I can try them, and watching videos to improve my finishing technique. I am using pigtails now,they seem to be the easiest to do. I left the feet shaggy,I may trim them later.

The site I used for leaf is LeafOnly.com,I spoke to a gentleman named Rich. He was very helpful,and I will be calling him again for another order.....

big_jaygee · 06-14-2013, 12:34 PM

sounds interesting Tom and i hope it works out for you. if and when you get a few laying around and want to sell a couple i would be interested.

best of luck and have fun

Garbandz · 06-14-2013, 12:38 PM

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Originally Posted by big_jaygee

sounds interesting Tom and i hope it works out for you. if and when you get a few laying around and want to sell a couple i would be interested.

best of luck and have fun

They also offer rolled sticks,check the site.Of course mine will be better......

Blak Smyth · 06-14-2013, 12:34 PM

Pics would be awesome! BlkDrew went through this process before. If he is still around he would be a great resource to bounce your ideas off of. I haven't seen him in some time though.

emopunker2004 · 06-14-2013, 12:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Blak Smyth

Pics would be awesome! BlkDrew went through this process before. If he is still around he would be a great resource to bounce your ideas off of. I haven't seen him in some time though.

He logged on a week ago

BlkDrew · 06-16-2013, 06:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Blak Smyth

Pics would be awesome! BlkDrew went through this process before. If he is still around he would be a great resource to bounce your ideas off of. I haven't seen him in some time though.

I am just LAZY.... after moving in to the new house and starting the new job i have yet to set up my table... guess i will be doing it this weekend.

DaBear · 06-14-2013, 01:32 PM

I need to get back into rolling. Its been about a year since I last rolled. And this reminds me, I still have a handful of my own tester blends and lonsdales in the humi. May have to see how they've turned out tonight.

Porch Dweller · 06-14-2013, 02:39 PM

If you're not shy, post a few pic's; I'd love to see them.

CigarNut · 06-14-2013, 02:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Garbandz

Just got my first order of leaf yesterday,spent a couple happy hours experimenting on sizes and blends.First couple were somewhat ugly,but they started to look better by the 4th or 5th one.

Rolled a few robusto size,then switched to a lancero vitola,then a couple of corona gordas.

The wrappers I got are Conn. broadleaf and "Fronto"{new to me} and they go on smooth and tight. I got Nic ligero and Nic seco for filler,with a small bag of broadleaf for a change of profile. I chose broadleaf for the binder.I got 4 binders and wrappers from each leaf,a surprise to me. The scrap broadleaf had some nice bits too,some good enough for binders.

I got 3 fillers,one binder, and two wrappers to start,just to be sure I had enough,probably will have some wrapper left. Maybe I will use it to practice on yard gars,for a different profile.

I am waiting for them to dry down a bit so I can try them, and watching videos to improve my finishing technique. I am using pigtails now,they seem to be the easiest to do. I left the feet shaggy,I may trim them later.

The site I used for leaf is LeafOnly.com,I spoke to a gentleman named Rich. He was very helpful,and I will be calling him again for another order.....

TJarv · 06-14-2013, 03:22 PM

Do you just store the leaves in the humidor until you use them?

Sadden · 06-14-2013, 04:04 PM

Ncpsycho · 06-14-2013, 10:01 PM

Blkdrews were really good def look his up

Garbandz · 06-14-2013, 10:03 PM

here you go..........you can see I did not use cigar molds,but rolled them freehand.

storage is in plastic bags they came in........

cjhalbrooks · 06-15-2013, 06:16 AM

Not bad for rolling freehand. When you smoke the first one please Tell us about it.

Porch Dweller · 06-15-2013, 07:02 AM

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Originally Posted by cjhalbrooks

Not bad for rolling freehand. When you smoke the first one please Tell us about it.

Seconded

Fordman4ever · 06-15-2013, 07:53 AM

I'd love to try one of the Lanceros. When you get enough, and wouldn't mind selling them, let me know. They look awesome.

Garbandz · 06-15-2013, 02:17 PM

update....just had a few minutes today..........the long one is 9 inches...............

Porch Dweller · 06-16-2013, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Garbandz

update....just had a few minutes today..........the long one is 9 inches...............

What are you going to call the 9" one, a Lonsdale Doble?

Garbandz · 06-16-2013, 04:20 PM

A "Lancelot"...

todays' batch......another"Lancelot"

Porch Dweller · 06-16-2013, 06:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Garbandz

A "Lancelot"...

todays' batch......another"Lancelot"

I like it!

06-14-2013, 12:30 PM	#1
Garbandz Feeling at Home Join Date: Mar 2009 First Name: Tom Posts: 775 Trading: (53)	Rollin' my own...... Just got my first order of leaf yesterday,spent a couple happy hours experimenting on sizes and blends.First couple were somewhat ugly,but they started to look better by the 4th or 5th one. Rolled a few robusto size,then switched to a lancero vitola,then a couple of corona gordas. The wrappers I got are Conn. broadleaf and "Fronto"{new to me} and they go on smooth and tight. I got Nic ligero and Nic seco for filler,with a small bag of broadleaf for a change of profile. I chose broadleaf for the binder.I got 4 binders and wrappers from each leaf,a surprise to me. The scrap broadleaf had some nice bits too,some good enough for binders. I got 3 fillers,one binder, and two wrappers to start,just to be sure I had enough,probably will have some wrapper left. Maybe I will use it to practice on yard gars,for a different profile. I am waiting for them to dry down a bit so I can try them, and watching videos to improve my finishing technique. I am using pigtails now,they seem to be the easiest to do. I left the feet shaggy,I may trim them later. The site I used for leaf is LeafOnly.com,I spoke to a gentleman named Rich. He was very helpful,and I will be calling him again for another order.....

06-14-2013, 12:34 PM	#2
big_jaygee I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Dec 2012 First Name: Jason Location: Houston Posts: 3,914 Trading: (59)	Re: Rollin' my own...... sounds interesting Tom and i hope it works out for you. if and when you get a few laying around and want to sell a couple i would be interested. best of luck and have fun

06-14-2013, 12:34 PM	#4
Blak Smyth Think Blue! Join Date: Jun 2011 First Name: SD Location: THE WOOD Posts: 8,486 Trading: (52)	Re: Rollin' my own...... Pics would be awesome! BlkDrew went through this process before. If he is still around he would be a great resource to bounce your ideas off of. I haven't seen him in some time though. __________________ SUPPORT OUR TROOPS Last edited by Blak Smyth; 06-14-2013 at 12:42 PM.

06-14-2013, 01:32 PM	#7
DaBear Have My Own Room Join Date: Sep 2010 First Name: Bear Location: Raleigh, NC(NC State) Posts: 2,010 Trading: (26)	Re: Rollin' my own...... I need to get back into rolling. Its been about a year since I last rolled. And this reminds me, I still have a handful of my own tester blends and lonsdales in the humi. May have to see how they've turned out tonight.

06-14-2013, 02:39 PM	#8
Porch Dweller Life is for living Join Date: Oct 2012 First Name: James Location: Mississippi Gulf Coast Posts: 8,461 Trading: (24)	Re: Rollin' my own...... If you're not shy, post a few pic's; I'd love to see them. __________________ A 1911 in the hand is faster than 911 on the phone

06-14-2013, 03:22 PM	#10
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06-14-2013, 10:01 PM	#12
Ncpsycho Newly obsessed Join Date: Nov 2011 First Name: Kevin Location: Long Island Posts: 387 Trading: (5)	Re: Rollin' my own...... Blkdrews were really good def look his up

06-15-2013, 06:16 AM	#14
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06-15-2013, 07:53 AM	#16
Fordman4ever Redneck driving a ricer!! Join Date: Dec 2010 First Name: Earl Location: A place too cold to smoke outside Posts: 2,508 Trading: (26)	Re: Rollin' my own...... I'd love to try one of the Lanceros. When you get enough, and wouldn't mind selling them, let me know. They look awesome. __________________