My First Cigar!

01-18-2010, 01:42 PM

Well, my first "real" cigar, anyway.

I had a break before our department head meeting at work today, so I took a stroll down to the liquor store (I know

) to see what they might have. I was almost bummed to see they didn't have any cigars, but next to the register I saw a small glass-top humidor. Through the glass, I saw the glimmer of a red and gold band - Punch! So, not being an aficionado (yet

), I went by name recognition alone and picked up two of them for $4.25 each. As far as I can tell, I think they're Royal Selection #12's - petite corona (mareva?) size, with a band that says "Punch" and "Imported". I've read some good reviews, describing them as a medium to full-bodied cigar, with a good flavor profile and slight spiciness.

So, did I do good?

01-18-2010, 01:45 PM

Hard to go wrong with a Punch. I have found a few Chevrons (read: 2) in my area that stock AF and Punch and a few boutique'y cigars in a stand up humi. I usually will grab one or two a week on my way to work.

NCRadioMan · 01-18-2010, 01:45 PM

They're not RS 12's. Those are the Cuban Punch's. Sounds like the Punch Elite, maybe. 5 x 42? If it's 5 x 40, it's a London Club.

kaisersozei · 01-18-2010, 01:46 PM

You did okay, they're just not RS 12's

01-18-2010, 02:00 PM

Here's a pic:
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Skywalker · 01-18-2010, 02:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mad Scientist

Here's a pic:
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Looks like a Punch Magnum (5.2" x 54)!!!

Bax · 01-18-2010, 02:07 PM

Try the Punch Rare Corojo next, I used to love those. If you do manage to score an RS12 I think your tumble down the dark side will be quick and painless

01-18-2010, 02:58 PM

They're 5.25" from end-to-end, and 11/16" (roughly - according to my drafting template) diameter, in cellophane wrappers. Must be an Elite, then - thanks for helping me clear that up.

I'm looking forward to trying one out tonight. From the reviews I've read, it sounds like a good stick and something that I might enjoy.

roughrider · 01-18-2010, 03:08 PM

I really like the Gran Puro.

jerseystepup · 01-18-2010, 03:49 PM

You my friend are in for a wild ride... and we're just the group to take you there! buckle up!!!

Salvelinus · 01-18-2010, 04:37 PM

Sit back and relax while you smoke em, you can't possibly go wrong.

md4958 · 01-18-2010, 04:57 PM

Welcome to our world

marge796 · 01-18-2010, 05:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by roughrider

I really like the Gran Puro.

Me too

Chris.....

01-18-2010, 09:38 PM

Welcome man!! Hope you enjoy those Punches!

icehog3 · 01-18-2010, 10:06 PM

If you enjoy it, you done good, Joseph.

akumushi · 01-18-2010, 10:11 PM

I started out smoking non-cuban Punch's as well. They're cheap, widely available and a decent smoke. The Gran Puro and Rare Corojo are worth checking out if you can track them down.

Whipper Snapper · 01-18-2010, 10:11 PM

My first real cigar was an AF curly head deluxe. My wallet has been lighter ever since.

01-18-2010, 01:45 PM	#2
Deputy Guest Posts: n/a	Re: My First Cigar! Hard to go wrong with a Punch. I have found a few Chevrons (read: 2) in my area that stock AF and Punch and a few boutique'y cigars in a stand up humi. I usually will grab one or two a week on my way to work.

01-18-2010, 01:45 PM	#3
NCRadioMan Chutney Lovebusciut Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Chutney Location: On the shores of Loch Shiel Posts: 4,281 Trading: (66)	Re: My First Cigar! They're not RS 12's. Those are the Cuban Punch's. Sounds like the Punch Elite, maybe. 5 x 42? If it's 5 x 40, it's a London Club. __________________ The path to loyalty is trust.

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01-18-2010, 02:00 PM	#5
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01-18-2010, 02:07 PM	#7
Bax C A P S...CAPS CAPS CAPS! Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tim Location: Ringgold,GA Posts: 2,173 Trading: (70)	Re: My First Cigar! Try the Punch Rare Corojo next, I used to love those. If you do manage to score an RS12 I think your tumble down the dark side will be quick and painless __________________ I'm the most interesting man in the world... but only if you find stupid stuff really interesting.

01-18-2010, 01:42 PM	#1
Mad Scientist Guest Posts: n/a	My First Cigar! Well, my first "real" cigar, anyway. I had a break before our department head meeting at work today, so I took a stroll down to the liquor store (I know ) to see what they might have. I was almost bummed to see they didn't have any cigars, but next to the register I saw a small glass-top humidor. Through the glass, I saw the glimmer of a red and gold band - Punch! So, not being an aficionado (yet ), I went by name recognition alone and picked up two of them for $4.25 each. As far as I can tell, I think they're Royal Selection #12's - petite corona (mareva?) size, with a band that says "Punch" and "Imported". I've read some good reviews, describing them as a medium to full-bodied cigar, with a good flavor profile and slight spiciness. So, did I do good?

01-18-2010, 02:58 PM	#8
Mad Scientist Guest Posts: n/a	Re: My First Cigar! They're 5.25" from end-to-end, and 11/16" (roughly - according to my drafting template) diameter, in cellophane wrappers. Must be an Elite, then - thanks for helping me clear that up. I'm looking forward to trying one out tonight. From the reviews I've read, it sounds like a good stick and something that I might enjoy. Last edited by Mad Scientist; 01-18-2010 at 03:12 PM.

01-18-2010, 03:08 PM	#9
roughrider Feeling at Home Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 835 Trading: (24)	Re: My First Cigar! I really like the Gran Puro.

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Salvelinus Have My Own Room Join Date: Dec 2009 First Name: Brendan Location: Vermont Posts: 1,116 Trading: (12)	Re: My First Cigar! Sit back and relax while you smoke em, you can't possibly go wrong.

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md4958 Captain Cannoli Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moe Location: Suffield, CT Posts: 5,712 Trading: (62)	Re: My First Cigar! Welcome to our world __________________ "One fart can foul the air for everyone" - Esteemed philosopher "If avoiding the nasty $hit is being a snob, them I am guilty as charged."- Same esteemed philosopher.

01-18-2010, 09:38 PM	#14
Namerifrats Guest Posts: n/a	Re: My First Cigar! Welcome man!! Hope you enjoy those Punches!

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icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,733 Trading: (60)	Re: My First Cigar! If you enjoy it, you done good, Joseph. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

01-18-2010, 10:11 PM	#16
akumushi Habanos Apologist Join Date: May 2009 Posts: 1,298 Trading: (11)	Re: My First Cigar! I started out smoking non-cuban Punch's as well. They're cheap, widely available and a decent smoke. The Gran Puro and Rare Corojo are worth checking out if you can track them down. __________________ "Eventually, however, every ash must drop. And the drop usually is as sudden as it is final."

01-18-2010, 10:11 PM	#17
Whipper Snapper 95% Banter 5% MMM Habanos Join Date: Feb 2009 First Name: Blake Location: Shawnee Posts: 1,037 Trading: (0)	Re: My First Cigar! My first real cigar was an AF curly head deluxe. My wallet has been lighter ever since. __________________ "I don't feel that smoking makes me ashamed, and therefore I mean to smoke to the glory of God." -Charles Spurgeon.