Are you a cigar 'snob'? (poll) - Page 3

03-06-2011, 01:06 PM

I have little patience for cigars that don't "wow" me; however, those that do tend to come from various parts of the world.

enlightenedcigar · 03-06-2011, 01:18 PM

Working a B&M it is tough for me to say that I am a 'snob' since I try to help out with what people like to smoke. I love what I smoke and only smoke what I love. But I try EVERYTHING I can get my hands on. Man, I have a tough job... haha

nick2021 · 03-06-2011, 02:56 PM

I try not to be a cigar snob, taste does play a big factor in the cigars I choose though. I think I give equal opportunity for both CC/NC

thebayratt · 03-06-2011, 03:23 PM

I'll smoke anything.

I usually try to go for the more pronounced names, but I have found a few diamonds in the rough. When I go to the B&M, I'll get a smoke I know I like and then a "cheaper" one that I haven't tried. Ya never know, it may be my next go-to smoke.

pinotguy · 03-06-2011, 09:31 PM

OK, so I voted and went with the "NC Snob" option. However, I'm not sure I'd be considered a "SNOB" by some folks' definition. (I might be by some other's.) Anymore, I'm exclusively a Tatuaje and DPG guy. The thing is, within each of these brands, there is a TON of diversity, selection, and variety. YMMV, but I've come to love these lines and, subsequently, that's what I end up smoking.

N2 GOLD · 03-08-2011, 10:45 AM

I choose quality, regardless of what country it's from. You cant put a price on something great...

Neens · 03-06-2011, 10:33 PM

I will try anything thats not a flavored cigar. I seem to smoke some of the more popular names more often than not but thats just because it's what I enjoy the most.

Whipper Snapper · 03-06-2011, 10:44 PM

Perhaps a cigar snob is someone who verbally assaults another about their choice of cigars.
That being said,
MMM, Habanos.

03-08-2011, 09:27 AM

I make no pretense that Cuban cigars are better. I just enjoy them more, so that's all I smoke. Life is too short to smoke cigars you don't 100% enjoy.
YMMV

Da Klugs · 03-08-2011, 10:59 AM

If smoking what you like and can afford with no lifestyle impacts is considered snobbish by some... well consideration needs to be given to whom the snob label best applies to.

Blueface · 03-08-2011, 11:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MajorCaptSilly

I thought the poll was asking if I was a Cigar Slob! I'm always getting ashes all over myself, so I answered Yes.

MCS

Quote:

Originally Posted by Da Klugs

If smoking what you like and can afford with no lifestyle impacts is considered snobbish by some... well consideration needs to be given to whom the snob label best applies to.

You snob you.

maninblack · 03-08-2011, 09:38 AM

I'll try just about anything once, cigarwise. Life's too short to not try things.

SvilleKid · 03-08-2011, 10:59 AM

I'll try most cigars once (that leaves out pseudo cigars like blunts, and most flavored sticks). Not going to buy a pricey cigar just because it's pricey, though. I've had too many $2-3 sticks that smoke as well or better than $10-20 sticks!

N2 GOLD · 03-08-2011, 05:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SvilleKid

I'll try most cigars once (that leaves out pseudo cigars like blunts, and most flavored sticks). Not going to buy a pricey cigar just because it's pricey, though. I've had too many $2-3 sticks that smoke as well or better than $10-20 sticks!

I'm with you on this one, quality can come in the form of a $2-$3 stick. The ROSA CUBA I get from JR Cigars are real good with a little age. They have them on sell right now bundle of 20 :

GOVERNORS 6.12 x 50 $18.95
HERENCIA 4.5 x 52 $15.95

These are the ones I get...

replicant_argent · 03-08-2011, 12:29 PM

Carlos, I think you will need someone other than myself to quote you on your last post for any actual impact on the elusive "snobbery distinction and definition."

landhoney · 03-08-2011, 12:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Blueface

Since the OP probably never saw my question as that is what ignore lists are for, I figured I would "bump" this thread and define the root or key word "snob" based on my Google skills. Once that was accomplished, adding cigar to the front and understanding the meaning was easy.

Snob defined is as follows:

–noun
1. a person who imitates, cultivates, or slavishly admires social superiors and is condescending or overbearing to others.
2. a person who believes himself or herself an expert or connoisseur in a given field and is condescending toward or disdainful of those who hold other opinions or have different tastes regarding this field: a musical snob.

Key words here are "condescending", "overbearing" and "disdainful".
Personally knowing many of the folks that have responded on this thread, adding cigar to this meaning does not define you in any way.
I may be a litany of things but because I enjoy the finer things in life whenever and every time I can, I guess I now know I cannot participate in this poll.

If need be, I can also google those new three words.

Quote:

Originally Posted by replicant_argent

Carlos, I think you will need someone other than myself to quote you on your last post for any actual impact on the elusive "snobbery distinction and definition."

Yahtzee!

Blueface · 03-08-2011, 12:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by replicant_argent

Carlos, I think you will need someone other than myself to quote you on your last post for any actual impact on the elusive "snobbery distinction and definition."

You too?
Get out of here!!!

CigarNut · 03-08-2011, 01:25 PM

I did not respond to the poll, but I never aspired to be a Cigar Snob. I like to enjoy my cigars. I have some that I like more than others. I'm not locke into any particular brand and I do like trying new things. I like both NC's and CC's, and while I don't much care for Acids, Swishers, etc., I realize that many people like those sticks and it's not for me to put them down for it just because they do...

Live and let live, or as others have quoted: Smoke What You Like, Like What You Smoke!

guitar4001 · 03-08-2011, 04:16 PM

yeah...a brand snob. But I also like to try new smokes when I find them.

alfredo_buscatti · 03-10-2011, 05:08 AM

Most of my smokes are in the $5-$8 range, usually at the lower end, because I refuse to pay more, which is not to say that I don't covet the Tatuajes and Fuentes, but the thought of paying the same amount for a higher priced box when I could have gotten two perfectly acceptable boxes makes my mouth sour.

View Poll Results: Cigar Snob?
Yes. I am a CC cigar snob.	10	7.41%
Yes. I am a NC cigar snob.	6	4.44%
Yes. But, I smoke top shelf from any country. Only the best!	16	11.85%
No. I am not a cigar snob. I smoke ANYTHING.	28	20.74%
Sometimes I am a cigar snob. Brands matter but taste rules all.	63	46.67%
Sometimes I am a cigar snob. When I can afford to be.	12	8.89%
Voters: 135. You may not vote on this poll

03-06-2011, 01:06 PM	#1
Nathan King Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Are you a cigar 'snob'? (poll) I have little patience for cigars that don't "wow" me; however, those that do tend to come from various parts of the world.

03-06-2011, 01:18 PM	#2
enlightenedcigar Still Watching My Back Join Date: Jan 2011 First Name: Billy Location: Seabrook, TX Posts: 123 Trading: (2)	Re: Are you a cigar 'snob'? (poll) Working a B&M it is tough for me to say that I am a 'snob' since I try to help out with what people like to smoke. I love what I smoke and only smoke what I love. But I try EVERYTHING I can get my hands on. Man, I have a tough job... haha __________________ Wreck'em Tech and go Broncos!!!!

03-06-2011, 02:56 PM	#3
nick2021 Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 436 Trading: (17)	Re: Are you a cigar 'snob'? (poll) I try not to be a cigar snob, taste does play a big factor in the cigars I choose though. I think I give equal opportunity for both CC/NC __________________ It's one thing to be stupid, it's dangerous for a stupid person to think he's smart!

03-06-2011, 03:23 PM	#4
thebayratt Still Watching My Ash Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Shawn Location: Mississippi Posts: 1,326 Trading: (11)	Re: Are you a cigar 'snob'? (poll) I'll smoke anything. I usually try to go for the more pronounced names, but I have found a few diamonds in the rough. When I go to the B&M, I'll get a smoke I know I like and then a "cheaper" one that I haven't tried. Ya never know, it may be my next go-to smoke.

03-06-2011, 09:31 PM	#5
pinotguy Still Watching My Back Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 200 Trading: (13)	Re: Are you a cigar 'snob'? (poll) OK, so I voted and went with the "NC Snob" option. However, I'm not sure I'd be considered a "SNOB" by some folks' definition. (I might be by some other's.) Anymore, I'm exclusively a Tatuaje and DPG guy. The thing is, within each of these brands, there is a TON of diversity, selection, and variety. YMMV, but I've come to love these lines and, subsequently, that's what I end up smoking.

03-08-2011, 10:45 AM	#6
N2 GOLD MIND OVER MATTER... Join Date: Feb 2011 First Name: RICO Location: So. CAL 33° 44' 44" N / 117° 52' 0" W Posts: 2,330 Trading: (1)	Re: Are you a cigar 'snob'? (poll) I choose quality, regardless of what country it's from. You cant put a price on something great... __________________ When I want your opinion, I'll give it to ya.

03-06-2011, 10:33 PM	#7
Neens Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Dec 2010 First Name: Anthony Location: Orange, CT Posts: 349 Trading: (21)	Re: Are you a cigar 'snob'? (poll) I will try anything thats not a flavored cigar. I seem to smoke some of the more popular names more often than not but thats just because it's what I enjoy the most.

03-06-2011, 10:44 PM	#8
Whipper Snapper 95% Banter 5% MMM Habanos Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Blake Location: Shawnee Posts: 1,037 Trading: (0)	Re: Are you a cigar 'snob'? (poll) Perhaps a cigar snob is someone who verbally assaults another about their choice of cigars. That being said, MMM, Habanos. __________________ "I don't feel that smoking makes me ashamed, and therefore I mean to smoke to the glory of God." -Charles Spurgeon.

03-08-2011, 09:27 AM	#9
audio1der Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Are you a cigar 'snob'? (poll) I make no pretense that Cuban cigars are better. I just enjoy them more, so that's all I smoke. Life is too short to smoke cigars you don't 100% enjoy. YMMV

03-08-2011, 10:59 AM	#10
Da Klugs Juan of 11 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dave Location: Right here Posts: 4,222 Trading: (8)	Re: Are you a cigar 'snob'? (poll) If smoking what you like and can afford with no lifestyle impacts is considered snobbish by some... well consideration needs to be given to whom the snob label best applies to. __________________ Communities Not Commodities. Punctuation challenged, but trying. Proud winner of phase 1 of the Weight loss contest

03-08-2011, 09:38 AM	#12
maninblack Will smoke for food Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Kevin Location: Where the hoot owls f$ck the chickens Posts: 10,637 Trading: (80)	Re: Are you a cigar 'snob'? (poll) I'll try just about anything once, cigarwise. Life's too short to not try things. __________________ Proud member of the GMCGTPWHAFA

03-08-2011, 10:59 AM	#13
SvilleKid Yes I am a Pirate Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 33°46′08″N 86°28′16″W / 33.76895°N 86.471037°W Posts: 2,776 Trading: (52)	Re: Are you a cigar 'snob'? (poll) I'll try most cigars once (that leaves out pseudo cigars like blunts, and most flavored sticks). Not going to buy a pricey cigar just because it's pricey, though. I've had too many $2-3 sticks that smoke as well or better than $10-20 sticks! __________________ Ceilin' fan it stirs the air, Cigar smoke does swirl. The fragrance on the pillow case, and he thinks about the girl. Thanks, JB, 1975.

03-08-2011, 12:29 PM	#15
replicant_argent Gravy Boat Winnah. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Pete Location: my attorney has advised against giving this information to insane people Posts: 5,326 Trading: (22)	Re: Are you a cigar 'snob'? (poll) Carlos, I think you will need someone other than myself to quote you on your last post for any actual impact on the elusive "snobbery distinction and definition." __________________ www.stogietorch.com Some days call for a stiff Pomade.

03-08-2011, 01:25 PM	#18
CigarNut Fck Cancer! Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Michael Location: Clermont, Florida Posts: 18,042 Trading: (111*)	Re: Are you a cigar 'snob'? (poll) I did not respond to the poll, but I never aspired to be a Cigar Snob. I like to enjoy my cigars. I have some that I like more than others. I'm not locke into any particular brand and I do like trying new things. I like both NC's and CC's, and while I don't much care for Acids, Swishers, etc., I realize that many people like those sticks and it's not for me to put them down for it just because they do... Live and let live, or as others have quoted: *Smoke What You Like, Like What You Smoke!* __________________ Need Beads? Need Five Finger Bags? 2 of 3 Requirements for use of the CA Rolodex: 100 posts/ 60 day membership/ participation in trade (trader rating). New members can be added at any time.

03-08-2011, 04:16 PM	#19
guitar4001 Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Oct 2010 First Name: Paul Location: Between Goldsboro, NC and Africa Posts: 359 Trading: (0)	Re: Are you a cigar 'snob'? (poll) yeah...a brand snob. But I also like to try new smokes when I find them.

03-10-2011, 05:08 AM	#20
alfredo_buscatti Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Jan 2011 First Name: Mike Location: Piedmont, NC Posts: 277 Trading: (9)	Re: Are you a cigar 'snob'? (poll) Most of my smokes are in the $5-$8 range, usually at the lower end, because I refuse to pay more, which is not to say that I don't covet the Tatuajes and Fuentes, but the thought of paying the same amount for a higher priced box when I could have gotten two perfectly acceptable boxes makes my mouth sour.

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