Best way to buy cigars? - Page 2

shilala · 12-24-2010, 09:24 AM

I always kept a list and watched the For Sale/Want to Buy board here. I could always be sure I got the very best cigars at very good prices. I don't buy much odd stuff now, but if I was going to, I'd put up a post or just keep watching the board till the cigars I want come along.
Granted, that method requires a bit of patience, but it helps out other brothers, and I could generally work out a trade every now and again. That helps the wallet.

If that doesn't work out, I start shopping. I always find the best deals at small shops. If that doesn't work, I go right to Jack Schwartz.

Chemyst · 12-24-2010, 08:47 PM

Since I know what I like, I only buy when they're at deep
discounts, and I buy twice what I need.

I get very good deals from BOTLs on this board, and other
boards. I also check several daily sites on a daily basis,
get email specials from retailers I've patronized b4, etc.
Once in a while a BOTL will email/pm a deal that he knows
I'll like. Occasionally, even a catalog will have an xlnt deal.

A few months ago I was able to get Oliva MB3 for 48% off
of a regularly discounted retail price. That had to be close
to wholesale cost, and I bought double quantity. It sold out!

It takes some work and patience, but you can get xlnt deals
on some higher end sticks.

No, I don't smoke a box per week, either. That also makes
this hobby more affordable, and high end sticks easier to
budget.

Chemyst

Bubba - NJ · 12-25-2010, 03:09 AM

I buy local and on the net . Singles are bought locally and occasionally even a box . Most of my boxes and sampler packs come from Cbid , Cigars International and Famous smokes . Make sure to support your local tobacconist if you have any .

nick2021 · 12-25-2010, 04:00 PM

I like to do my research on certain items...if there's a great deal online I will usually buy it there. However, I have a club membership with my local B&M...there prices are about the same as online stores. The club discount pretty much takes care of the taxes, and gas doesn't cost me a whole lot from my house to the B&M...so usually I'll buy it there especially since I will be able to take them home the same day and get them for about the same price as most major online retailers. Not to mention, I start to accumulate points for big discounts towards other purchases

guitar4001 · 12-26-2010, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by nick2021

I like to do my research on certain items...if there's a great deal online I will usually buy it there. However, I have a club membership with my local B&M...there prices are about the same as online stores. The club discount pretty much takes care of the taxes, and gas doesn't cost me a whole lot from my house to the B&M...so usually I'll buy it there especially since I will be able to take them home the same day and get them for about the same price as most major online retailers. Not to mention, I start to accumulate points for big discounts towards other purchases

yep...research is essential!

Silound · 12-26-2010, 08:38 PM

About all I buy online these days are chocolates, and even that came to an end with recent events.

Occasionally if it's difficult to find locally for a reasonable price, I'll buy online or here from a BOTL.

That being alluded to, I spend my dime at the local B&M. The prices aren't anywhere near competitive even with the major discount I get, but I like the place and the owner. And in the end, I always get my money's worth.

12-24-2010, 09:24 AM	#1
shilala Dear Lord, Thank You. Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Posts: 13,721 Trading: (252)	Re: Best way to buy cigars? I always kept a list and watched the For Sale/Want to Buy board here. I could always be sure I got the very best cigars at very good prices. I don't buy much odd stuff now, but if I was going to, I'd put up a post or just keep watching the board till the cigars I want come along. Granted, that method requires a bit of patience, but it helps out other brothers, and I could generally work out a trade every now and again. That helps the wallet. If that doesn't work out, I start shopping. I always find the best deals at small shops. If that doesn't work, I go right to Jack Schwartz. __________________

12-24-2010, 08:47 PM	#2
Chemyst Doin Time on Planet Earth Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Ken Location: So. Jersey Posts: 392 Trading: (7)	Re: Best way to buy cigars? Since I know what I like, I only buy when they're at deep discounts, and I buy twice what I need. I get very good deals from BOTLs on this board, and other boards. I also check several daily sites on a daily basis, get email specials from retailers I've patronized b4, etc. Once in a while a BOTL will email/pm a deal that he knows I'll like. Occasionally, even a catalog will have an xlnt deal. A few months ago I was able to get Oliva MB3 for 48% off of a regularly discounted retail price. That had to be close to wholesale cost, and I bought double quantity. It sold out! It takes some work and patience, but you can get xlnt deals on some higher end sticks. No, I don't smoke a box per week, either. That also makes this hobby more affordable, and high end sticks easier to budget. Chemyst __________________ Can vegans eat animal crackers?

12-25-2010, 03:09 AM	#3
Bubba - NJ Deep Cherry Finish Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Rolf Location: Tatooine Posts: 780 Trading: (4)	Re: Best way to buy cigars? I buy local and on the net . Singles are bought locally and occasionally even a box . Most of my boxes and sampler packs come from Cbid , Cigars International and Famous smokes . Make sure to support your local tobacconist if you have any . __________________ Royale with cheese

12-25-2010, 04:00 PM	#4
nick2021 Adjusting to the Life Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 436 Trading: (17)	Re: Best way to buy cigars? I like to do my research on certain items...if there's a great deal online I will usually buy it there. However, I have a club membership with my local B&M...there prices are about the same as online stores. The club discount pretty much takes care of the taxes, and gas doesn't cost me a whole lot from my house to the B&M...so usually I'll buy it there especially since I will be able to take them home the same day and get them for about the same price as most major online retailers. Not to mention, I start to accumulate points for big discounts towards other purchases __________________ It's one thing to be stupid, it's dangerous for a stupid person to think he's smart!

12-26-2010, 08:38 PM	#6
Silound ex-CS Swamp Gorilla Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Somewhere in a swamp, south of sanity Posts: 802 Trading: (15)	Re: Best way to buy cigars? About all I buy online these days are chocolates, and even that came to an end with recent events. Occasionally if it's difficult to find locally for a reasonable price, I'll buy online or here from a BOTL. That being alluded to, I spend my dime at the local B&M. The prices aren't anywhere near competitive even with the major discount I get, but I like the place and the owner. And in the end, I always get my money's worth. __________________ Back in black, and better than ever! You can't keep a good gorilla down! LSU Geaux Tigers!