John, I had a very disturbing exchange with Brian months prior to his passing. I will not sully a deadman's name but suffice it to say that when I offered to send him my remaining AVO22s, he declined. He closed the door on any chance that I could make it right for him. He did not pass it on...

I've received Bill's address from Rod. I've asked Rod to receive my cigars, and then relay them on to him. Rod has agreed. That way, Rod knows what I sent. And frankly, it's come down to this. I don't trust Bill. Isn't that sad what this has come down to? The biggest, most vindictive...

I'm sorry that it could be interpreted it as such. Perhaps that says less about my intent, than the feelings of the one doing the interpreting? Just saying. And BTW, I meant it as saying I am as human, and all that that entails, as any one of us. Any one of us who has or might one day find...

I've got two responsibilities/obligations from the recent fiasco and I mean to dutifully discharge them both. I need to do this for the good of the forum. I need to do this to settle accounts. And I need to do this to clear my conscience. First, I offer my sincere apologies to Bill for...

Heartiest birthday wishes to you, my friend! This place wouldn't be half as good without you here. Sincere regards, Wilkey

Just my guess but... 1. the Davidoff name (75%) 2. higher quality standards and reject rate (15%) 3. higher tobacco quality (10%) For the analogous Zino Platinum Crown series.. 1. the Zino Davidoff name (80%) 2. excessive marketing, packaging (15%) 3. higher tobacco and quality standards (5%)...

Very fine review! An excellent effort indeed. I've smoked but one of these and I was not impressed. Luckily the local carries these so I might give them a try again. BTW, would you elaborate on the difference between flavor and taste? Wilkey

Congratulations on the milestone, Claudio! Wilkey

This is truly a benchmark review that documents the performance of very early release and high age Padron Aniversarios. Well done on submitting such an important review. I've not smoked any Anni's with quite this much age but I do have one or two soldiers left from the late 1990s. When they're...

X2 Yikes. Wilkey

Very freakin' cool! The passes here get better and better every year. :thumbs: It's an honor to be a part of this mayhem. :) Wilkey

Congratulations on the Anni, Jim. It's been great sharing this space with you! Wilkey PS. 1. clowns in string bikinis 2. huffing Crayol non-toxic markers 3. an empty OR Opus X Fuente Fuente box containing nothing but a single White Owl Pineapple Blunts Extra 4. Haley

Happy birthday, Phillip! Wilkey

Happy birthday, Shane! Wilkey

I feel for you, bro. BTW, I just snacked on some pepperoni slices, an avocado, and a hardboiled egg. Damned good night snack. ;) Wilkey

RIP Freddie. Wilkey

That's deplorable and for me, would mean I'd never again be motivated to visit that establishment. You're right. B&Ms need to do better. Their servers need to be more knowledgeable and have a little service sense. The local B&M in my area, the biggest one in the state has a very good...

Thanks! Dick! :D Wilkey

Roger that on the Reyes and Dip5. Over the last year, I've found the Diplomaticos to be more satisfying than their Monte counterparts. The Dip4, especially has been a standout from the 06 and 07 productions. Wilkey

So did you have a question? Recurrent mold is not at all unusual. I've got a box of small cigars from JR's that is probably almost three years old. There was fluffy white mold, spotty, on a few sticks when I got the box. I dusted off all the spots I could find. Every time that I go back to pull...