Favorite Cigar Book or Reference Guide

CasaDooley · 11-15-2009, 12:01 PM

I know (almost) everyone loves MRN's "An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Post-Revolution Havana Cigars", but are there others that you enjoy that cover the world of NC, CC or both?
I'm looking to expand my library and was curious to know what you all find interesting and informative. Some of my favorites, other than MRN, are "The Complete Guide For Habanos' Enthusiasts" and "The Ultimate Cigar Book". What say the rest of you?

Emjaysmash · 11-15-2009, 12:04 PM

The one Kyle lent to me was good... I cant remember the name....

roughrider · 11-15-2009, 12:06 PM

Internet forums and review websites for me.

CasaDooley · 11-15-2009, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Emjaysmash

The one Kyle lent to me was good... I cant remember the name....

MJ, I'd ask Ky the name, but that guy never answers my pm's!

Emjaysmash · 11-15-2009, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by CasaDooley

MJ, I'd ask Ky the name, but that guy never answers my pm's!

Sheesh! No Respect, huh? LOL
Come to tihnk of it, I need ot herf with at guy again to return his book...

11-15-2009, 12:24 PM

My favorites are Nat Sherman's A Passion for Cigars and The Gourmet Guide to Cigars by Paul B.K. Garmirian, PhD.

11-15-2009, 01:26 PM

Internet, Cigar Aficionado's Cigar Companion Guide, Idiots Guide to Cigars, etc.

Tio Gato · 11-15-2009, 01:50 PM

Rich Perelman's Cigarcyclopedia is fantastic. Old brand history, new brands, blends, manufacturers, size trends, what more can you ask for.
Can often be found on CigarBid or as a freebie from Mike's in Miami.
Can be bought direct from cigarcyclopedia.com.
I love looking at the old ones I have, they're worth saving.

Lots of current info on line as well. The comparison shopper is great to help find the lowest prices. Cigar news updated almost daily. Check it out.

PS- I'm not associated with this site, but I wish I was! It's that good.

Zanaspus · 11-15-2009, 04:58 PM

Who needs a book when you have this splendid community?

JJG · 11-15-2009, 05:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Zanaspus

Who needs a book when you have this splendid community?

agreed!

For Cubans, the MRN book works because there aren't that many brands, and Habanos only issues a few new cigars each year.

I don't think you can have a reference guide for NCs like MRN simply because there are so many brands and so many new cigars coming out every month. Any sort of printed book is going to be outdated before it even hits the shelves. For this reason I think online resources are the most complete and comprehensive.

CasaDooley · 11-16-2009, 10:55 PM

Thanks for the recommendations guys! I know there are not alot of Reference guides, but there are alot of cigar history type of books that I would like to read.

11-17-2009, 03:51 AM

For me its the MRN by a mile. I have other books but the MRN is about 90% of what I tend to go to. I do like The Gourmet Guide to Cigars for a laugh, there is a section of the book that tells you what cigars you should smoke based on your height and weight lol.

11-15-2009, 12:01 PM	#1
CasaDooley Herf Crew of 2 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Kevin Location: The birthplace of Fathers Day Posts: 2,465 Trading: (41)	Favorite Cigar Book or Reference Guide I know (almost) everyone loves MRN's "An Illustrated Encyclopedia of Post-Revolution Havana Cigars", but are there others that you enjoy that cover the world of NC, CC or both? I'm looking to expand my library and was curious to know what you all find interesting and informative. Some of my favorites, other than MRN, are "The Complete Guide For Habanos' Enthusiasts" and "The Ultimate Cigar Book". What say the rest of you? __________________ *Founding member of the Lilac City Dedicated Herfers*

11-15-2009, 12:04 PM	#2
Emjaysmash The Hebrew Hammer Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: M.J. Location: Milwaukee, WI Posts: 7,025 Trading: (76)	Re: Favorite Cigar Book or Reference Guide The one Kyle lent to me was good... I cant remember the name.... __________________

11-15-2009, 12:06 PM	#3
roughrider Feeling at Home Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 835 Trading: (24)	Re: Favorite Cigar Book or Reference Guide Internet forums and review websites for me.

11-15-2009, 12:24 PM	#6
SkinsFanLarry Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Favorite Cigar Book or Reference Guide My favorites are Nat Sherman's A Passion for Cigars and The Gourmet Guide to Cigars by Paul B.K. Garmirian, PhD.

11-15-2009, 01:26 PM	#7
Namerifrats Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Favorite Cigar Book or Reference Guide Internet, Cigar Aficionado's Cigar Companion Guide, Idiots Guide to Cigars, etc.

11-15-2009, 01:50 PM	#8
Tio Gato Uncle Kitty Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jeff Location: Casa Grande, AZ Posts: 2,079 Trading: (11)	Re: Favorite Cigar Book or Reference Guide Rich Perelman's Cigarcyclopedia is fantastic. Old brand history, new brands, blends, manufacturers, size trends, what more can you ask for. Can often be found on CigarBid or as a freebie from Mike's in Miami. Can be bought direct from cigarcyclopedia.com. I love looking at the old ones I have, they're worth saving. Lots of current info on line as well. The comparison shopper is great to help find the lowest prices. Cigar news updated almost daily. Check it out. PS- I'm not associated with this site, but I wish I was! It's that good. __________________ "You stink like cigars Uncle Kitty!" Said my Boo age 3. "Kid, take care of your family and the hell with anyone else" My Grandpa Bubba.

11-15-2009, 04:58 PM	#9
Zanaspus Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Tony Location: Columbus, OH Posts: 492 Trading: (3)	Re: Favorite Cigar Book or Reference Guide Who needs a book when you have this splendid community? __________________ If you're gonna be a lamb, you might as well be a sheep.

11-16-2009, 10:55 PM	#11
CasaDooley Herf Crew of 2 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Kevin Location: The birthplace of Fathers Day Posts: 2,465 Trading: (41)	Re: Favorite Cigar Book or Reference Guide Thanks for the recommendations guys! I know there are not alot of Reference guides, but there are alot of cigar history type of books that I would like to read. __________________ *Founding member of the Lilac City Dedicated Herfers*

11-17-2009, 03:51 AM	#12
Addiction Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Favorite Cigar Book or Reference Guide For me its the MRN by a mile. I have other books but the MRN is about 90% of what I tend to go to. I do like The Gourmet Guide to Cigars for a laugh, there is a section of the book that tells you what cigars you should smoke based on your height and weight lol.