Seanholio
Don Quixote
- Joined
- Sep 7, 2007
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First off, beware of Gary. He sent some hitchhikers along with the MAW-PIF sticks he promised. I did not expect the impromptu stick with the band missing. The attached note made no mention of it, but I have to assume that he was hoping I'd perform a blind review on the fatty he sent me. Unfortunately, I think he also forgot to include the band. Gary, can you help us identify this smoke?
Size: Approximately a 109x5"
Filler: Hard to tell.
Binder: Not sure
Wrapper: Light, possibly Connie
Inspection: This HUGE gauge cigar is very loosely packed, as you can see in the photos below. I am expecting a very loose draw, maybe too loose. Unfortunately, a little of the band seems to have been left on the cigar. I'll not peel it, since I'm afraid of damage. The wrapper is very hard, without any of the familiar suppleness I expect from a wrapper. The torcedor was obviously very meticulous, possibly suffering from some form of mental disorder, as the wrapper leaf is not only completely devoid of veins, but is wrapped meticulously down from the cap, with razor-straight lines equidistant from each prior wrap. Initial scents consist of paper, and a very organic smell, not unlike compost or fertilizer. This should be an interesting smoke.
Cut/prelight draw: The cigar came pre-cut. I wonder if there was a clue that would reveal the marca. The prelight draw is very loose, and there are no real tastes available.
Burn: This cigar burns HOT. I wonder if it dried out a little, as it tends to burst into flame at the foot if I don't take care with it. I'm reminded much of a campfire, with tastes of woodsmoke and burning barn. I must give credit, though: the burn line was razor sharp, and I never had trouble keeping it lit.
First off, beware of Gary. He sent some hitchhikers along with the MAW-PIF sticks he promised. I did not expect the impromptu stick with the band missing. The attached note made no mention of it, but I have to assume that he was hoping I'd perform a blind review on the fatty he sent me. Unfortunately, I think he also forgot to include the band. Gary, can you help us identify this smoke?
Size: Approximately a 109x5"
Filler: Hard to tell.
Binder: Not sure
Wrapper: Light, possibly Connie
Inspection: This HUGE gauge cigar is very loosely packed, as you can see in the photos below. I am expecting a very loose draw, maybe too loose. Unfortunately, a little of the band seems to have been left on the cigar. I'll not peel it, since I'm afraid of damage. The wrapper is very hard, without any of the familiar suppleness I expect from a wrapper. The torcedor was obviously very meticulous, possibly suffering from some form of mental disorder, as the wrapper leaf is not only completely devoid of veins, but is wrapped meticulously down from the cap, with razor-straight lines equidistant from each prior wrap. Initial scents consist of paper, and a very organic smell, not unlike compost or fertilizer. This should be an interesting smoke.
Cut/prelight draw: The cigar came pre-cut. I wonder if there was a clue that would reveal the marca. The prelight draw is very loose, and there are no real tastes available.
Burn: This cigar burns HOT. I wonder if it dried out a little, as it tends to burst into flame at the foot if I don't take care with it. I'm reminded much of a campfire, with tastes of woodsmoke and burning barn. I must give credit, though: the burn line was razor sharp, and I never had trouble keeping it lit.
