CaptainQuintero Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 $550? Really? The 1966 wasn't even close to that price at original release, until now.. In guessing that with the bhk56 being around $45 at cheapest in Asia pacific, in that same region the cigar would be similar, probably more considering the brand, new band, sheer weight of Cohiba level tobacco. Scaling up the price to other regions is scary :S I hope this didnt go near to breaking any pricing rules, I tried to be as careful as possible! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dozerhead Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 My guess is somewhere between $350-400. Some have already touched upon this, but even if the cigar doesn't blow your skirt up then it could still be a good idea to buy a couple of boxes as an investment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onsto Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 I think I paid $420 for my first box of 1966, and a little less for the second. I would be amazed if a 10ct is anything less than $400. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puros Y Vino Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 IIRC. 1966's come out at $325/box in Havana? Maybe $365 tops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shlomo Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 I think I paid $420 for my first box of 1966, and a little less for the second. I would be amazed if a 10ct is anything less than $400. Correct. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shlomo Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 IIRC. 1966's come out at $325/box in Havana? Maybe $365 tops. I think they were 250 Frank. Just check the YUL cigar list. Price has not changed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LLC Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 I think they were 250 Frank. Just check the YUL cigar list. Price has not changed. I bought a box in Havana when they came out and they were 241 CUC. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
polarbear Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 When RyJ came out with the Wide Chruchill I said "A 55rg Habano!? Its gonna be awful!" But I bought one to try. Then I bought boxes Then, when Cohiba released the BHK 56 I saud "There is no way they can replicate that Cohiba quality in a cigar that big!" But I was gifted one for my birthday. Then I bought a box for special occasions Now I see Cohiba have jumped to 58rg for an EL and I say "I'll try one when it comes out and judge the decision then" I'll smoke one and if its good and the price isnt outrageous, I'll buy a box or two 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zmancbr Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 $550? Really? The 1966 wasn't even close to that price at original release, until now.. Keep in mind that was then...this is now. And now I see the Connie A priced pretty high IMO and the new punch LE isn't exactly a steal. Those are not the flagship brand of HSA! Popular brands? Sure...but not THE brand. Based on the prices I've seen in the last few years and specifically this year so far, it won't shock me to see them higher than the BHK 56s. Matter of the fact the only reason they 'might' be lower is the length isn't quite as long as many of the past releases. In any event its only a guess since HSA does what they want and I won't be buying any of these anyway. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maverickdrinker Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 ssooooo, has anyone actually tried one yet? LOL My guess it will come out around the same price as the 1966 or slightly higher. I'll pick up a few to try before deciding to go deep or not as I do like the 1966s. If these are in the same flavour profile, it would be in my wheelhouse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aes8 Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 Lol ok for some of you's to disparage others, belittle others choices but you don't seem to play by the same rules Oh the hypocrisy of this statement. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maplepie Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 ssooooo, has anyone actually tried one yet? LOL talked to two people from the festival dinner so far -One said it was way too early to judge, even for the wheelhouse -Other said that it was too fresh with too high of a grassy overtone and quite strong. Agreement is to wait a bit as it's still waaaaaay too early. But then again, I personally find Cohibas to be smokable within the first month (Not smokable within 1m - 12m. And not worth smoking until at least over 36m). So different smokes for different folks. And different methods of smoking... you and I probably would've had much different experiences than most people there, anyways. Sent from my BlackBerry Q10 using Tapatalk for Android. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oscar300 Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 For those keeping score at home, this is the second time in the thread where supporters of fat cigars have made a connection between being manly and smoking a big ring gauge cigar. C'mon you wussies, you want to be a real man, don't you? Have you ever seen truck nuts? ...........Loving the truck, our lass keeps mine in a draw at home...... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Smallclub Posted March 1, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted March 1, 2014 I have yet to read ONE post, or even one sentence, written by one of the huge ring gauge lovers, about the merits and benefits of an inordinate ring gauge, in terms of taste. What does it bring? Richness? Roundness? The taste of volado? Why is it better than the same blend in a 50 rg? Not a word… most the posts are about the number of boxes they want to purchase, without having tested one… Compare with the number of posts about the La Escepcion RE, the Bolivar Especial RE, or even the PL Montecarlo… 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hafner32 Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 I have yet to read ONE post, or even one sentence, written by one of the huge ring gauge lovers, about the merits and benefits of an inordinate ring gauge, in terms of taste. What does it bring? Richness? Roundness? The taste of volado? Why is it better than the same blend in a 50 rg? Not a word… most the posts are about the number of boxes they want to purchase, without having tested one… Compare with the number of posts about the La Escepcion RE, the Bolivar Especial RE, or even the PL Montecarlo… As I have read through the entire, thread, I didn't see anywhere where a member was stating that larger ring gauges were better than smaller ring gauge cigars or that a large ring gauge cigar has additional merits or benefits vs a smaller ring gauge cigar. I think that there are those individuals who find larger ring gauge cigars uncomfortable to smoke while others do not have any issue with opening wide for a larger 50+ ring gauge. I think it ultimately comes down to personal choice. What seems enjoyable, tasty, relaxing and comfortable to one person, might be another's worst nightmare when it comes to a particular cigar. One style cigar whether large ring gauge or small ring gauge doesn't need to better than another as the benefit/merit/allure of a cigar can be completely subjective and 2 people could have the complete polar opposite opinions on the same cigar. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bogglor Posted March 1, 2014 Share Posted March 1, 2014 IIRC. 1966's come out at $325/box in Havana? Maybe $365 tops. Are 1966s even still available in Havana through LCDHs? I was very fortunate to score 2 boxes from a Canadian source during a sale a couple of months ago for about 365 a box, but prices in the retail chain are much higher now. I think they are probably sold out at the distribution chain level by now? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orangedog Posted March 2, 2014 Share Posted March 2, 2014 was hoping for more of a toro, maybe even a fat toro. I saw it was a shorty at 55... but now at 58...? bummer. I suspect I will be voting with my wallet on this. I like the occasional smoking of a large cigar - sublime, o'reilly, etc., but this will likely be too large for me to realistically expect to smoke with any regularity. QC... some of your earlier posts were incredible! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onsto Posted March 2, 2014 Share Posted March 2, 2014 I have yet to read ONE post, or even one sentence, written by one of the huge ring gauge lovers, about the merits and benefits of an inordinate ring gauge, in terms of taste. What does it bring? Richness? Roundness? The taste of volado? Why is it better than the same blend in a 50 rg? Not a word… most the posts are about the number of boxes they want to purchase, without having tested one… Compare with the number of posts about the La Escepcion RE, the Bolivar Especial RE, or even the PL Montecarlo… For new smokers particularly there's a significant advantage to a bigger ring gauge. There's a good chance that it will draw better, and it's less likely to overheat. I smoke very few robustos, but if you're a new smoker in my home, that's likely what I'll give you to smoke. Side note. I was inspired to light a 1966 today by this thread. It's bloody lovely; rich, thick smoke, cocoa and vanilla on the palette and everything I would want in a cigar. If the 2014 LE is anything like this, I'd be glad to pay $400 for a box. I'd be doing a disservice to myself not to try one and see if it is this good... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramon_cojones Posted March 2, 2014 Share Posted March 2, 2014 I have yet to read ONE post, or even one sentence, written by one of the huge ring gauge lovers, about the merits and benefits of an inordinate ring gauge, in terms of taste. What does it bring? Richness? Roundness? The taste of volado? Why is it better than the same blend in a 50 rg? Not a word… most the posts are about the number of boxes they want to purchase, without having tested one… Compare with the number of posts about the La Escepcion RE, the Bolivar Especial RE, or even the PL Montecarlo… because bigger is better duh!!! ps. stop catfighting ladies Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainQuintero Posted March 2, 2014 Share Posted March 2, 2014 QC... some of your earlier posts were incredible! I go downhill fast 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stukibuilt Posted March 2, 2014 Share Posted March 2, 2014 Yeah, I'll likely skip this one. I may try a single if a friend orders a box, but I won't go out of my way to do it and certainly won't order them myself. Most of the larger RG smokes I have just continue to sit while I smoke around them. I don't think it's a phallic thing so much as it is less comfortable and subsequently less enjoyable for me. 50RG tends to be my breaking point. I'm sure they will still sell like hotcakes as most ELs appear to do. To each their own. Sent from my mind using telekinesis and Tapatalk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fingerburner Posted March 2, 2014 Share Posted March 2, 2014 I will be giving this one a wide berth. It would need to have immaculate and charming flavours for me to spring for some. FWIW I detest the size. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StingMeadery Posted March 2, 2014 Share Posted March 2, 2014 To be honest I'm actually keen to try it and enjoy larger RG sticks, price doesn't worry me. In fact I already ordered two boxes, one to smoke and one to put down. Cohiba1966 is my all time favourite stick and one I regularly enjoy so can only echo others comments of hoping it comes off as good. The Cohiba 2004 Sublime and the Gran Reserva are on my wish list if anyone has one I could beg, borrow, buy or steal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rye Posted March 2, 2014 Share Posted March 2, 2014 wifey found this for me yesterday and i found it funny That's hilarious!! Does it make you smell of old cigar?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shlomo Posted March 2, 2014 Share Posted March 2, 2014 wait until they get this big lol My fil uses it regularly. I laugh every time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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