tomj Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 Did anyone else get a box of these from the sale of 8-13? I could not wait 30 days to let them rest so I had one. That was the most powerful cigar I have had in years. Full of flavor, solid white ash, and a very enjoyable smoke. Have 24 more hoping they are all the same. I should have taking a picture. Thanks Mr. Prez. Tom Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btp1979 Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 Great, now I feel dumb for passing on it lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NSXCIGAR Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 I got a box also. I've tried a few and have to say they're the best Punch Punch I've had since at least 03 and IIRC the 02-03 box I got was half duds. I've tried them consistently since then. Got a 05 or 06 50 cab that was tannic and bitter as hell, box from 09 was a bust, box of tubes from 12 was a bust. I will say these 14s are solid but nothing mindblowing. But, they are Punch DNA all the way and have the strong, woody/cedar flavor and some tangy/citrusy background flavors. I've tried 3 and 1 burned well, one so-so and one poorly. They seem to start strong, get a little lighter in the second third and then finish very strong the last third with more of the tangy flavors at the end. The woodiness is very strong. It's almost seems tannic but it's not. Not spicy or peppery either. Just...wood/cedar blast. Assuming a good burn I'd give the first third a 90, second third an 88, last third a 92. I've been smoking Punch since 96-97 (first CC I ever had was a Punch Churchill) and I can remember all the old Punch models having much more of the Cuban twang behind it but the strong woodiness and tangy flavors that I remember from the old Punch are there for sure. It's hard if not impossible to get that old Cuban twang anymore. Will be interesting to see 15 production. Somebody apparently stumbled on the correct blend after 13+ years of incompetence. You'd think after discontinuing the Black Prince, SS2 and RS11 they could focus on making Punch Punch solid & reliable...but I give the HSA knuckleheads too much credit. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCPANTHERZFAN Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 I ordered some from Aug 27th 24:24. Awaiting arrival. Hope they are as good as the "seconds"! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCPANTHERZFAN Posted September 3, 2015 Share Posted September 3, 2015 What's the box code? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomj Posted September 3, 2015 Author Share Posted September 3, 2015 BUE MAR-12 Yes I got a box with a little age. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anth87 Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 I got one of these seconds certainly going down a treat can't believe they're "seconds" First time trying Punch Punch too 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anth87 Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 I got one of these seconds certainly going down a treat can't believe they're "seconds" First time trying Punch Punch too 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokinjaycutler Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 My box of Punch Punch 'seconds' look awesome. BMS Mar 14. Gonna lay down a while before trying. The OPG Mar 14 Punch Punch clearence from a few months back from the Pres are outstanding in my opinion. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anth87 Posted September 4, 2015 Share Posted September 4, 2015 Mine were BMS FEB 14 I really love the size of punch punch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boilers183 Posted September 5, 2015 Share Posted September 5, 2015 These have been great Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TCContender Posted September 5, 2015 Share Posted September 5, 2015 Here's hoping the recent 24:24 HQ offering is as good as the seconds! Got a box en route. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrGTO Posted September 5, 2015 Share Posted September 5, 2015 I put a couple boxes in my OLH from a recent sale. I thought I made a mistake the first time I smoked some. I forgot about them, but just recently I figured I'd smoke one. The box is almost empty now! Im a fan but I like some time on them. I'm shooting for 2 years...... Maybe! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Souperchi Posted September 5, 2015 Share Posted September 5, 2015 I to have a box of seconds on the way, looking forward to it more now after reading this! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bennettjohnl Posted September 5, 2015 Share Posted September 5, 2015 Same here as well. Never tried a Punch so my expectations are rising as I watch my tracking info. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oscar300 Posted September 5, 2015 Share Posted September 5, 2015 I got box, put them to bed, no rush ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
airtrade Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Second? I can't tell. Smell great! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Souperchi Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Mine arrived yesterday, they look great! Only 8 days in transit. box code AUM ABR 14. Hopefully have a chance to try one tonight! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
treberty Posted September 19, 2015 Share Posted September 19, 2015 Smoked the first one last night with a friend. Wow! If all seconds are like these I'll be a happy man. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skarolla Posted September 19, 2015 Share Posted September 19, 2015 Yep. I'm jealous Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vintagerodshop Posted September 19, 2015 Share Posted September 19, 2015 Ahhh man. I should have bought some. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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