Shelby07 Posted June 15, 2008 Share Posted June 15, 2008 What are some of the things I should look for in the cigar itself when trying to determine if a cigar is authentic. I have found lots of stuff concerning what to look for on the box, in the packaging, on the cigar band, etc., but not a whole lot on the cigar itself. I know to look at the quality of the cigar, the way the head is wrapped, lack of stems in the foot, lack of filler, proper length and ring gauge and the pattern of the leaves in the foot. As for taste, I have found that characteristics of the cigars I have tried have varied which leads me to believe I have probably had a few knock offs. This has left me somewhat confused. What else should I be looking for. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winelover Posted June 15, 2008 Share Posted June 15, 2008 You need to know how it should taste. The only way is to buy a genuine cigar from a reputable manufacturer. Even when procuring bona fide habanos, cigars can vary widely. That's why you need to know what the taste should be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelby07 Posted June 15, 2008 Author Share Posted June 15, 2008 » You need to know how it should taste. The only way is to buy a genuine » cigar from a reputable manufacturer. » » Even when procuring bona fide habanos, cigars can vary widely. That's why » you need to know what the taste should be. That would certainly be ideal, but I know I'm not there yet. Being able to better identify the potential fakes would help quite a bit. I'm sure it'll take a while to build any kind of a reputation here, so until then I'm just hoping that I get it somewhat right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toasterhead Posted June 16, 2008 Share Posted June 16, 2008 Hey Mark, Shoot me your contact info at [email protected] Authenticity anxiety can be cured. Dave Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelby07 Posted June 16, 2008 Author Share Posted June 16, 2008 » Hey Mark, » » Shoot me your contact info at xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx » Authenticity anxiety can be cured. » » Dave Done. Thanks Dave. Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mel Posted June 16, 2008 Share Posted June 16, 2008 I do not look at the cigars for authenticity. I look straight at the man who sells it to me. I have avioded fakes by purchasing cigars from two or three individuals, period. If Rob sells fakes I got a **** load of them.;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelby07 Posted June 16, 2008 Author Share Posted June 16, 2008 » I do not look at the cigars for authenticity. I look straight at the man » who sells it to me. I have avioded fakes by purchasing cigars from two or » three individuals, period. If Rob sells fakes I got a **** load of » them.;-) I agree. Problem is I can't look them in the eye where I am. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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