Newcomer (Newbie) Q&A

[asianthunder]

Is there a way to see previous 24:24 offerings? I just received my first purchase a few days ago but forgot to note the box code 

[Derboesekoenig]

3 hours ago, asianthunder said:

Is there a way to see previous 24:24 offerings? I just received my first purchase a few days ago but forgot to note the box code 

No. Though some members take screenshots/save all details of past 24:24s. Someone may be able to help you out

[asianthunder]

If anyone could help me out with the box date of the Montecristo No 2s on 11/26/2019 (only bought a 1/4 box) I'd be appreciative. 

[Fuzz]

3 hours ago, asianthunder said:

If anyone could help me out with the box date of the Montecristo No 2s on 11/26/2019 (only bought a 1/4 box) I'd be appreciative. 

EPM  JUL 19

BOP  JUN 19

[richardw]

Is there any difference between a blue or black factory/date stamp? I have only seen a black stamp and my new box of partagas E2 was stamped blue and looked odd. Thanks 

[Derboesekoenig]

1 hour ago, richardw said:

Is there any difference between a blue or black factory/date stamp? I have only seen a black stamp and my new box of partagas E2 was stamped blue and looked odd. Thanks 

No difference. Cuba being Cuba

[Fuzz]

2 hours ago, richardw said:

Is there any difference between a blue or black factory/date stamp? I have only seen a black stamp and my new box of partagas E2 was stamped blue and looked odd. Thanks 

Yep. One is blue, the other is black. Other than that? Nope.

[asianthunder]

On 12/23/2019 at 8:56 PM, Fuzz said:

EPM  JUL 19

BOP  JUN 19

Thank you

[richardw]

9 hours ago, Derboesekoenig said:

No difference. Cuba being Cuba

Thanks!

[Rabbi]

I'm probably making the biggest noob blunder, but I have looked all over and can't find an answer. I understand the 24:24 grading system. Do the boxes which don't make the cut end up in the "blind" store? Are the blind store selections made up totally of boxes that didn't make the 24:24 cut? Or, if buying blind, do we have a chance of getting a box/boxes that run the gamut? Thanks.

[Derboesekoenig]

1 hour ago, Rabbi said:

I'm probably making the biggest noob blunder, but I have looked all over and can't find an answer. I understand the 24:24 grading system. Do the boxes which don't make the cut end up in the "blind" store? Are the blind store selections made up totally of boxes that didn't make the 24:24 cut? Or, if buying blind, do we have a chance of getting a box/boxes that run the gamut? Thanks.

Negative. Orders made through the store aren't guaranteed which grading you'll get, but you can absolutely be sure that they are top quality. They go so far as to take out the bad lot that they receive completely and sell them discounted to bars and such. It has been mentioned before but I don't recall when/where. I've never received anything but the best quality here

[Rabbi]

Thanks, @Derboesekoenig. I thought as much, but asking to make sure is cheap. ??

[Rabbi]

I just made my first order. The more seasoned members stepping up to answer questions patiently is the biggest reason I ordered here. A hearty thank you to everyone.

I do have another question. Have I misunderstood the 24:24? I thought the update would have hit a couple of hours ago. I am certainly in no rush and I doubt I’ll be buying right now, I am just curious.

[JohnS]

38 minutes ago, Rabbi said:

I just made my first order. The more seasoned members stepping up to answer questions patiently is the biggest reason I ordered here. A hearty thank you to everyone.

I do have another question. Have I misunderstood the 24:24? I thought the update would have hit a couple of hours ago. I am certainly in no rush and I doubt I’ll be buying right now, I am just curious.

In around 20 minutes from the timing of this post. Monday and Friday 24:24s are listed 2 hours before.

[Rabbi]

Thanks. Steep newbie learning curve. ?

[richardw]

Ijust checked my bottom row and fearful they might be lost. Read that not all green spots are mold. This is a young JUL 19 Part E2. Hope the pics come out okay. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks 

[Jaesian]

2 hours ago, richardw said:

I just checked my bottom row and fearful they might be lost. Read that not all green spots are mold. This is a young JUL 19 Part E2. Hope the pics come out okay. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks 

I personally haven't seen green mold, but that could just be my experience (I've generally only worried about white = mold). Some veteran may chime in, but I've come to understand that the green spots you are showing are most likely water spots or areas of underfermentation and therefore have remained green. 

Either way, I'm sure that these are good to smoke and enjoy

[richardw]

Thanks! I read about the water spots and was hoping that was the case. Wanted to be sure before I moved them from initial quarantine to join friends. 

[Jaesian]

10 minutes ago, richardw said:

Thanks! I read about the water spots and was hoping that was the case. Wanted to be sure before I moved them from initial quarantine to join friends. 

If those were mine, I wouldn't think twice about throwing them in with their friends. To be safe, you could always gently wipe it to see if it goes away. If it does go away, it was mold lol. But my guess is that nothing will happen, you'll forget about these and never worry about those spots in the future.

[Taco]

Mods,

Is it possible to move the abbreviations and acronym thread into the Forum Guide or the ReFOHrence thread? 

[FOH Fan]

Hey all, can someone help confirm. On place orders after the 24:24 thread has been uploaded, can you email Diana directly with an order before it is posted in the store or do you have to wait until it hits the store and check out by cart? 

[Derboesekoenig]

1 hour ago, FOH Fan said:

Hey all, can someone help confirm. On place orders after the 24:24 thread has been uploaded, can you email Diana directly with an order before it is posted in the store or do you have to wait until it hits the store and check out by cart? 

I'm not sure what you mean by "hits the store"? 24:24 doesn't go from 24:24 to the store. That's not how it works. If it sells out, it sells out

[FOH Fan]

12 minutes ago, Derboesekoenig said:

I'm not sure what you mean by "hits the store"? 24:24 doesn't go from 24:24 to the store. That's not how it works. If it sells out, it sells 

My question is, when the new 24:24 list is posted in the thread before you can actually place items in your cart, is it possible to email Diana for orders, or due you need to place them in your cart when they are available and check out. 

I thought I read somewhere that you can email her with a detailed message of what you want to purchase. I want to make sure I understand that correctly 

[Derboesekoenig]

When it's through the carts (mondays and fridays?) then you can ONLY buy through the carts. Any other days of the week, you must email her

[Shatner's Bassoon]

Evening/afternoon/morning all. 

Is there any way to 'rescue' a majorly cracked foot on a cigar? I have a box which appears to have been packed so tight that the outer cigars have been badly damaged at the feet. It's OK if not: very pleased to get the box and look forward to smoking at least 21 of them, but it would be nice if anybody had any repair tips.

Thanks.