It's been a while...

Razorhog · 07-17-2017, 09:25 AM

Life happened and I got away from cigars for quite a while. Cigars completely slipped my mind for months at a time. Sure, I'd periodically wet the beads in my vinotemp but I would rarely smoke one. This past Saturday I was mowing the yard and had a hankering. Lit up a Cinco Vegas Cask Strength and it was a fine cigar. That got me thinking about my favorites and how I'm out of most of them. I can feel the dreaded cigarbid itch coming on... quick question -

Famous Nicaraguan 3000 - are they still around and as good?

poriggity · 07-18-2017, 12:18 AM

Welcome back. I too just recently came back to it... I got to the point where I sold off all of my cigars and had not smoked in a couple years. I stopped by FUMARE cigar shop in Reno on Sunday and bought a few sticks... I'm headed right back down the slippery slope...

Razorhog · 07-18-2017, 07:19 AM

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Originally Posted by poriggity

Welcome back. I too just recently came back to it... I got to the point where I sold off all of my cigars and had not smoked in a couple years. I stopped by FUMARE cigar shop in Reno on Sunday and bought a few sticks... I'm headed right back down the slippery slope...

I hear ya. I'm already hoping I don't win all the lots I've bid on.

Chainsaw13 · 07-18-2017, 09:26 AM

Welcome back Beau.

icehog3 · 07-18-2017, 10:48 AM

Good to see another "hog" back, Beau.

Haven't smoked a Famous Nic for a long time, but I've heard discussion that the blend had changed, and not for the better.

Razorhog · 07-18-2017, 11:11 AM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

Good to see another "hog" back, Beau.

Haven't smoked a Famous Nic for a long time, but I've heard discussion that the blend had changed, and not for the better.

Found 1 old school Famous Nic 3000 in my humidor yesterday. Now to find another reasonably priced good smoke! The thrill is in the chase.

Don Fernando · 07-18-2017, 11:15 AM

thank you, now I got that Staind song stuck in my head

Tio Gato · 07-18-2017, 04:17 PM

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Originally Posted by icehog3

Haven't smoked a Famous Nic for a long time, but I've heard discussion that the blend had changed, and not for the better.

Tom's right. Rumor was back when the 3000 was awesome it was a closeout of a great brand. Unfortunately it had a very similar name to a well established brand. Lawsuit, then they disappeared. Theory is that the maker bundled all inventory and sold them to Famous as the 3000. When the originals were gone Famous found someone to try to replicate the blend. I'm not sure it was true but it was widely speculated on many cigar forums.

Welcome back!

Razorhog · 07-18-2017, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Tio Gato

Tom's right. Rumor was back when the 3000 was awesome it was a closeout of a great brand. Unfortunately it had a very similar name to a well established brand. Lawsuit, then they disappeared. Theory is that the maker bundled all inventory and sold them to Famous as the 3000. When the originals were gone Famous found someone to try to replicate the blend. I'm not sure it was true but it was widely speculated on many cigar forums.

Welcome back!

Thanks for that tidbit. A sad tale on multiple levels, if true. I'll enjoy the last one I have.

I'm trying to explore other blenders but I can't seem to stop craving Pepin Garcia sticks. Unfortunately my wallet and palate are at odds. AJ Fernandez looks like a likely next target. I have a Man O War and maybe a Diesel.

RevSmoke · 07-18-2017, 05:23 PM

Plenty of great sticks out there for decent prices. Just shop the sales. I'd suggest though, a 5er here a 5er there, and if you find one you really like then watch for the specials.

Welcome back!

Peace of the Lord be with you.

jjirons69 · 07-19-2017, 08:45 AM

Peter, now we have two hogs in the garden. Just sayin'...

massphatness · 07-19-2017, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Don Fernando

now I got that Staind song stuck in my head

Staind's great - it could be worse!

Welcome back, Beau

Don Fernando · 07-20-2017, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Tio Gato

Tom's right. Rumor was back when the 3000 was awesome it was a closeout of a great brand. Unfortunately it had a very similar name to a well established brand. Lawsuit, then they disappeared. Theory is that the maker bundled all inventory and sold them to Famous as the 3000. When the originals were gone Famous found someone to try to replicate the blend. I'm not sure it was true but it was widely speculated on many cigar forums.

Welcome back!

Oliva Series X is what I heard, blocked by Fuente. But those are unconfirmed rumors.

07-17-2017, 09:25 AM	#1
Razorhog Feeling at Home Join Date: Jul 2009 First Name: Beau Location: NE Arkansas Posts: 600 Trading: (4)	It's been a while... Life happened and I got away from cigars for quite a while. Cigars completely slipped my mind for months at a time. Sure, I'd periodically wet the beads in my vinotemp but I would rarely smoke one. This past Saturday I was mowing the yard and had a hankering. Lit up a Cinco Vegas Cask Strength and it was a fine cigar. That got me thinking about my favorites and how I'm out of most of them. I can feel the dreaded cigarbid itch coming on... quick question - Famous Nicaraguan 3000 - are they still around and as good?

07-18-2017, 12:18 AM	#2
poriggity Cigar Zombie Fo Life! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Scott Location: Lake Arrowhead, Ca Posts: 806 Trading: (13)	Re: It's been a while... Welcome back. I too just recently came back to it... I got to the point where I sold off all of my cigars and had not smoked in a couple years. I stopped by FUMARE cigar shop in Reno on Sunday and bought a few sticks... I'm headed right back down the slippery slope... __________________ Bearded Dad Blog

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Chainsaw13 Møøse bites can be nasty Join Date: Jan 2010 First Name: Bob Location: The Enchanted Mitten Posts: 7,180 Trading: (96)	Re: It's been a while... Welcome back Beau. __________________ My neighbor came by my house this morning at 2AM, pounding on the door. Good thing I was still up playing the drums.

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icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,305 Trading: (60)	Re: It's been a while... Good to see another "hog" back, Beau. Haven't smoked a Famous Nic for a long time, but I've heard discussion that the blend had changed, and not for the better. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

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Don Fernando Postwhore Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ferdinand Location: Singapore Posts: 10,068 Trading: (29)	Re: It's been a while... thank you, now I got that Staind song stuck in my head __________________ check out my reviews on my blog.

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RevSmoke Ain't Never Gonna Leave Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Todd Location: Northcentral woods of Wisconsin Posts: 6,849 Trading: (51)	Re: It's been a while... Plenty of great sticks out there for decent prices. Just shop the sales. I'd suggest though, a 5er here a 5er there, and if you find one you really like then watch for the specials. Welcome back! Peace of the Lord be with you. __________________ Todd__ "Smoke what you like, and enjoy it!"

07-19-2017, 08:45 AM	#11
jjirons69 Haberdasher Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Jamie Location: Chucktown, SC Posts: 4,120 Trading: (94)	Re: It's been a while... Peter, now we have two hogs in the garden. Just sayin'... __________________ Somebody has to go back and get a chitload of dimes