OldCubanCigarStuff

The cigar world has lost a great man, many of us have lost a friend. RIP Maestro

If there is anyone still waiting on their order please let me know. The rebuilt lists (due to destroying a macbook pro with a bowl of soup) show that all orders have been filled. I have just found this thread, if anyone has any questions, I will try to log in more or send them to me directly. Thanks, Amir partagas@rogers.com

very interesting. From a fellow history lover, great work. Keep it up.

Thanks Nino, appreciate the exposure. To respond to some of the questions poised: Yes, it looks like it will retail for about $100. It is over 200 pages, premium paper, cover and printing. That along with the shipping are the biggest contributors to the cost. Also, many of the researchers, writers, photographers, translators, editors and other contributors were paid for their services. All in all, in order to cover expenses and be able to make a proper contribution to the museum, that is the neighbourhood it will fall in. It may be cheaper, there is a certain printing volume which, if met, will lower the per unit production costs greatly enough to effect the final suggested retail price. That is why I am not actually processing orders or asking for any payment at this time. If there is sufficient demand the suggested retail will be lower. The book is both English and Spanish in the same volume. Many people have put in many hours of volunteer services into this project and at the end of the day I hope all will be as proud of it as I am. It is not meant to be an academic, all encompassing history of one brand but an entertaining book exposing some known and some unspoken about points of the history of Partagas as a brand, corporation and the Cuban cigar world of the period. Liberally illustrated with images from many private collections around the world as well as the Partagás archives, the collection of the Museo del Tabaco in Havana. I hope people find it interesting and enjoyable. If anyone has any questions, you can direct them to me at partagas@oldcubancigarstuff.com Thanks for the opportunity to expose the project and answer questions. Amir

Nino, thanks for the kind words. The pleasure was mutual. Really enjoyed spending some quiet time with you and the boys. Seems like every time we met I had to run off to a meeting, but that is why I call it work and not a holiday. Look forward to seeing you again. Hope the return of reality wasn't too quick. All my best, Amir