Well, I'll be damned....

wayner123 · 07-23-2010, 08:06 AM

Two things immediately come to mind after reading your post.

1) $11.50 compared to a SLR A or Mag 50 at even UK prices is still high

2) I am glad you gave NC's another chance, and wish that many more hardcore CC only smokers would do so.

JJG · 07-23-2010, 08:42 AM

Even if you prefer Cubans, I think it's still benficial to smoke some NCs occasionally.

CCs may be the smoothest and most complex cigars available, but I've found there is a large range of unique flavors present in many top quality NCs that you don't get in Havanas.

JohnE1000 · 07-23-2010, 10:23 AM

Illusione and Cruzado are some of the best non cuban cigars made. Construction, draw, consistency, and their own unique flavor. The are even better than some Cubans.

Mr B · 07-23-2010, 11:08 AM

Nice to hear you enjoyed it. The Epernays (especially the smaller R.G.s) are one of my favoirtes.
Try getting hold of an El Centurian. I think you will feel the same way.

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JJG Have My Own Room Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Jeff Location: Houston Posts: 1,260 Trading: (4)	Re: Well, I'll be damned.... Even if you prefer Cubans, I think it's still benficial to smoke some NCs occasionally. CCs may be the smoothest and most complex cigars available, but I've found there is a large range of unique flavors present in many top quality NCs that you don't get in Havanas.

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JohnE1000 Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 393 Trading: (39)	Re: Well, I'll be damned.... Illusione and Cruzado are some of the best non cuban cigars made. Construction, draw, consistency, and their own unique flavor. The are even better than some Cubans.

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Mr B Livin' in a Van.... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: North Bay Area, CA Posts: 3,233 Trading: (79)	Re: Well, I'll be damned.... Nice to hear you enjoyed it. The Epernays (especially the smaller R.G.s) are one of my favoirtes. Try getting hold of an El Centurian. I think you will feel the same way.