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EricF · 11-26-2010, 02:37 PM

I'm gonna smoke it new years eve. i'll post a review and let everyone know what $750.00 tastes like!

Don Fernando · 11-26-2010, 02:39 PM

If it was a gift I would smoke it, selling it doesn't feel right. If it wasn't a gift, I would sell it

Bax · 11-26-2010, 02:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Don Fernando

If it was a gift I would smoke it, selling it doesn't feel right. If it wasn't a gift, I would sell it

Me too, plus honestly it's something that 99.9% of the BOTLs out there will never get to try, good or bad, it's an experience.

EricF · 11-26-2010, 02:56 PM

This review sums up my expectations

http://thesmokingstogie.squarespace....r-the-goo.html

NCRadioMan · 11-26-2010, 02:42 PM

I would leave it in the humidor.....................forever. Just another crappy Gurkha blend. It was a very nice gesture but I wouldn't subject myself to that.

CoreyD · 11-26-2010, 03:00 PM

If someone gave it to me to smoke, I would do just that. Not sure how or why it was given to you, But If I was gifted a stick , I'd smoke it regardless the reviews or price. I get ties and other gifts from the kids or people appreciating thing I do , I smile and use the items or gifts.

Ratters · 11-26-2010, 06:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CoreyD

If someone gave it to me to smoke, I would do just that. Not sure how or why it was given to you, But If I was gifted a stick , I'd smoke it regardless the reviews or price. I get ties and other gifts from the kids or people appreciating thing I do , I smile and use the items or gifts.

This

Though Gurkha makes a similar smoke with a plastic covering that mimics the wax. I think that cigar is like $14. Is the seal real wax or plastic?

http://www.cigar.com/cigars/viewcigar.asp?brand=386

kelmac07 · 11-26-2010, 05:19 PM

Here's the skinny on this stick...

"Gurkha His Majesty’s Reserve (HMR) holds the title of “world’s most expensive cigar ever made." If you are looking for the absolute best, this is it.

For years, Gurkha has been known as the "Rolls Royce" of the cigar industry. Its reputation stems from unique blends of rare tobaccos hand crafted by the world’s foremost rollers. 'His Majesty’s Reserve' is no exception, made from the most expensive cognac and premium tobacco. HMR starts with a rare aged Dominican wrapper that covers a secret blend of filler tobaccos from all over the world. Once the cigars are rolled, they then undergo a unique infusion process that involves an entire bottle of Louis XIII Cognac. This infusion process is very unique in that it does not take away from the tobacco flavor of the aged leaves, but rather complements them in grand fashion.

Fewer than 100 boxes of HMR are produced every year and the allocation of these rare gems is decided by Gurkha President Kaizad Hansotia. Cigar.com is proud to be one of the world’s only authorized dealers to sell this landmark cigar. There is no finer cigar, blend, packaging, or tobacco in the world. There are few blends, if any, that could lay claim to being finer."

Not sure what a bottle of Louis XIII Cognac costs...but I am assuming it is a lot.

Cornrow_Wallis · 11-26-2010, 06:28 PM

According to google Louis XIII Cognac is about $1700 a fifth. Yikes.

Knip23 · 11-26-2010, 06:33 PM

Sell it, smoke it doesn't matter. Personally I would smoke it that's why cigars were made. Then review itso the rest of us can decide if we would ever try it.

Knip.

aes8 · 11-26-2010, 06:35 PM

Either smoke this with the BIL like you plan or trade it for something that is roughly equal in value. I think you will be more in trade than is cash.

Cornrow_Wallis · 11-26-2010, 06:56 PM

As for the cigar, I would sell it and buy a box that I wanted. My reasoning is that I give gifts in order to bring enjoyment. I would rather have a box of something I love, than smoke a single cigar that I thought I would dislike.

KillerCelt · 11-26-2010, 11:23 PM

I can't wait for your review. Maybe you can roll up 7 $100 bills and a $50 and see what tastes better

Don Fernando · 11-27-2010, 03:26 AM

save it till the 4th of july and use it to light your fireworks

cmitch · 11-27-2010, 09:05 AM

Keep it as a conversation piece or smoke it. It would be tacky to sell a gifted cigar.

11-27-2010, 02:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cmitch

Keep it as a conversation piece or smoke it. It would be tacky to sell a gifted cigar.

Listen to this man....he knows tacky....he exudes it.

Just kidding, Clayton!

Shemp Howard · 11-27-2010, 12:39 AM

Sell it, that's a lot of Opus X's.

icehog3 · 11-27-2010, 02:29 AM

Did somebody say "Gurkha'?

Bill86 · 11-27-2010, 02:31 AM

Priceless.

11-26-2010, 03:21 PM	#1
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11-26-2010, 02:37 PM	#2
EricF Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2010 First Name: Eric Location: Miramar, FL Posts: 7,004 Trading: (116)	Re: What would you do.... I'm gonna smoke it new years eve. i'll post a review and let everyone know what $750.00 tastes like! __________________ It might taste crummy, but at least it's huge.

11-26-2010, 02:39 PM	#3
Don Fernando Postwhore Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ferdinand Location: Singapore Posts: 10,070 Trading: (29)	Re: What would you do.... If it was a gift I would smoke it, selling it doesn't feel right. If it wasn't a gift, I would sell it __________________ check out my reviews on my blog.

11-26-2010, 02:56 PM	#5
EricF Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2010 First Name: Eric Location: Miramar, FL Posts: 7,004 Trading: (116)	Re: What would you do.... This review sums up my expectations http://thesmokingstogie.squarespace....r-the-goo.html __________________ It might taste crummy, but at least it's huge.

11-26-2010, 02:42 PM	#6
NCRadioMan Chutney Lovebusciut Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Chutney Location: On the shores of Loch Shiel Posts: 4,281 Trading: (66)	Re: What would you do.... I would leave it in the humidor.....................forever. Just another crappy Gurkha blend. It was a very nice gesture but I wouldn't subject myself to that. __________________ The path to loyalty is trust.

11-26-2010, 03:00 PM	#7
CoreyD Licking my wounds Join Date: Oct 2010 First Name: Corey Location: NE Wisconsin Posts: 1,468 Trading: (23)	Re: What would you do.... If someone gave it to me to smoke, I would do just that. Not sure how or why it was given to you, But If I was gifted a stick , I'd smoke it regardless the reviews or price. I get ties and other gifts from the kids or people appreciating thing I do , I smile and use the items or gifts. __________________ Serenity - 1. A disposition free from stress or emotion. 2. The absence of mental stress or anxiety

11-26-2010, 05:19 PM	#9
kelmac07 Resident Maduro Whore!! Join Date: Apr 2009 First Name: Mac Location: Newport News, VA Posts: 27,322 Trading: (218)	Re: What would you do.... Here's the skinny on this stick... "Gurkha His Majesty’s Reserve (HMR) holds the title of “world’s most expensive cigar ever made." If you are looking for the absolute best, this is it. For years, Gurkha has been known as the "Rolls Royce" of the cigar industry. Its reputation stems from unique blends of rare tobaccos hand crafted by the world’s foremost rollers. 'His Majesty’s Reserve' is no exception, made from the most expensive cognac and premium tobacco. HMR starts with a rare aged Dominican wrapper that covers a secret blend of filler tobaccos from all over the world. Once the cigars are rolled, they then undergo a unique infusion process that involves an entire bottle of Louis XIII Cognac. This infusion process is very unique in that it does not take away from the tobacco flavor of the aged leaves, but rather complements them in grand fashion. Fewer than 100 boxes of HMR are produced every year and the allocation of these rare gems is decided by Gurkha President Kaizad Hansotia. Cigar.com is proud to be one of the world’s only authorized dealers to sell this landmark cigar. There is no finer cigar, blend, packaging, or tobacco in the world. There are few blends, if any, that could lay claim to being finer." Not sure what a bottle of Louis XIII Cognac costs...but I am assuming it is a lot. __________________ Dom in the MLB thread "I could probably get you to wear a Yankee hat for a Maduro!"

11-26-2010, 06:28 PM	#10
Cornrow_Wallis <insert user title> Join Date: Oct 2010 First Name: Rob Location: flo-rida Posts: 268 Trading: (8)	Re: What would you do.... According to google Louis XIII Cognac is about $1700 a fifth. Yikes.

11-26-2010, 06:33 PM	#11
Knip23 Keep It Simple Join Date: Dec 2009 First Name: Destrey Location: Ft. Polk/ Leesville Posts: 545 Trading: (10)	Re: What would you do.... Sell it, smoke it doesn't matter. Personally I would smoke it that's why cigars were made. Then review itso the rest of us can decide if we would ever try it. Knip. __________________ Leave No Cigar unsmoked!

11-26-2010, 06:35 PM	#12
aes8 Just in from the Storm Join Date: Nov 2010 First Name: Aaron Location: Pasadena, CA Posts: 8 Trading: (0)	Re: What would you do.... Either smoke this with the BIL like you plan or trade it for something that is roughly equal in value. I think you will be more in trade than is cash.

11-26-2010, 06:56 PM	#13
Cornrow_Wallis <insert user title> Join Date: Oct 2010 First Name: Rob Location: flo-rida Posts: 268 Trading: (8)	Re: What would you do.... As for the cigar, I would sell it and buy a box that I wanted. My reasoning is that I give gifts in order to bring enjoyment. I would rather have a box of something I love, than smoke a single cigar that I thought I would dislike.

11-26-2010, 11:23 PM	#14
KillerCelt Alliteration is key Join Date: Nov 2010 First Name: Adam Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 71 Trading: (1)	Re: What would you do.... I can't wait for your review. Maybe you can roll up 7 $100 bills and a $50 and see what tastes better __________________ -Adam

11-27-2010, 03:26 AM	#15
Don Fernando Postwhore Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ferdinand Location: Singapore Posts: 10,070 Trading: (29)	Re: What would you do.... save it till the 4th of july and use it to light your fireworks __________________ check out my reviews on my blog.

11-27-2010, 09:05 AM	#16
cmitch Heads up get down Join Date: Oct 2010 First Name: Clayton Location: NW Alabama by the river Posts: 2,720 Trading: (25)	Re: What would you do.... Keep it as a conversation piece or smoke it. It would be tacky to sell a gifted cigar. __________________ No matter what one's status is in society, cigars are the great equalizer where the affluent and common share a love for the leaf. - Me.

11-27-2010, 12:39 AM	#18
Shemp Howard Who's Your Baghdadi? Join Date: Aug 2010 First Name: Rick Location: Baghdad, Iraq Posts: 55 Trading: (0)	Re: What would you do.... Sell it, that's a lot of Opus X's.

11-27-2010, 02:29 AM	#19
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,769 Trading: (60)	Re: What would you do.... Did somebody say "Gurkha'? __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

11-27-2010, 02:31 AM	#20
Bill86 Snob Join Date: Jul 2010 First Name: Bill Posts: 6,704 Trading: (67)	Re: What would you do.... Priceless.