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Ballzzz · 8 February 2018, 05:47 AM

Please don't chastise me (not a cigar aficionado) BUT I want to buy Cuban Cigars for my wedding. Cohiba is a well known name and I see there are a ton of websites who sell them now. My question is are they authentic and for all the puffers out there (I am not one) whats your best advice where to buy?

I occasionally enjoy a cigar but I don't claim to know much of anything about leafs, rolls, brands etc.

My vision is to have an authentic Cuban Cohiba from Cuba not one of the "now better" producing countries for a decent price.

Any and all advice is welcomed and I thank you in advance for your help.

.brian. · 8 February 2018, 05:52 AM

Try in here
https://www.rolexforums.com/showthread.php?t=168722

breitlings · 8 February 2018, 05:55 AM

habana

GerardoG · 8 February 2018, 05:57 AM

Habanossa.com will list authorized dealers worldwide. The ONLY official exporter in Cuba is La Casa del Habano (Habanos SA)

Brand wise...MANY To choose from

cop414 · 8 February 2018, 06:00 AM

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Originally Posted by GerardoG

Habanossa.com will list authorized dealers worldwide. The ONLY official exporter in Cuba is La Casa del Habano (Habanos SA)

Brand wise...MANY To choose from

Listen to this guy

AzPaul · 8 February 2018, 06:05 AM

If you're near the Cuban diplomatic mission at the UN, they've been known to trade cigars for a really nice jacket.

SearChart · 8 February 2018, 06:06 AM

My local cigar store has a whole Cuban wall in the humidor. No embargo here

SearChart · 8 February 2018, 06:06 AM

Be sure to get some Partagas D4, they are phenomenal.

CamSLC · 8 February 2018, 06:13 AM

I have used Cuban Lou's https://www.cubanlous.com/cuban-cigars a hand full of times to ship into the states. I only had one shipping issue and they promptly resent my order.

breitlings · 8 February 2018, 06:23 AM

are these still illegal for sale in the usa?

RichM · 8 February 2018, 06:47 AM

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Originally Posted by breitlings

are these still illegal for sale in the usa?

Just guessing, but I’d say yes. I don’t see them advertised anywhere. I stand corrected. See below

77T · 8 February 2018, 06:47 AM

Still legal for cigars, though some restrictions on other things were reinstated last year by the new administration:

https://www.cigaraficionado.com/arti...ra-rules-19441

Ballzzz · 8 February 2018, 07:02 AM

Thank you gents, if the wedding is in the summer and I do not have a humidor when is it safe to buy them? I want to make sure I have them just in case there are any issues with shipping etc. I cant do a week before with everything else I have to button up in that week.

droptopman · 8 February 2018, 07:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Ballzzz

Thank you gents, if the wedding is in the summer and I do not have a humidor when is it safe to buy them? I want to make sure I have them just in case there are any issues with shipping etc. I cant do a week before with everything else I have to button up in that week.

Get yourself a Boveda pack and use a tupperware or similar container with the Boveda. Even a ziplock bag will work. Cheap and good humidor.

https://bovedainc.com/

SDRider · 8 February 2018, 07:22 AM

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Originally Posted by CamSLC

I have used Cuban Lou's https://www.cubanlous.com/cuban-cigars a hand full of times to ship into the states. I only had one shipping issue and they promptly resent my order.

About to hit submit on an order from them. These are really Cuban cigars and can they be shipped to me in the US?

Ballzzz · 8 February 2018, 07:39 AM

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Originally Posted by SDRider

About to hit submit on an order from them. These are really Cuban cigars and can they be shipped to me in the US?

My exact scenario, lol?

Ballzzz · 8 February 2018, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by droptopman

Get yourself a Boveda pack and use a tupperware or similar container with the Boveda. Even a ziplock bag will work. Cheap and good humidor.

https://bovedainc.com/

Ok to leave cigars in wooden box while stored?

droptopman · 8 February 2018, 07:56 AM

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Originally Posted by Ballzzz

Ok to leave cigars in wooden box while stored?

Yes, great place for them. Just throw one of the Boveda packs in there. Some boxes actually come/ship with them.

SDRider · 8 February 2018, 08:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Ballzzz

My exact scenario, lol?

I went ahead and ordered a box of Partagas. Can't wait until they arrive. I'll light one up on my patio the night they arrive and my friends and I will be enjoying them at our next BBQ.

Ballzzz · 8 February 2018, 09:06 AM

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Originally Posted by droptopman

Yes, great place for them. Just throw one of the Boveda packs in there. Some boxes actually come/ship with them.

You are correct it seems Cuban Lou’s ships with them.

droptopman · 8 February 2018, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Ballzzz

You are correct it seems Cuban Lou’s ships with them.

You are good to go. That will keep your cubans in good shape for months.

theloxmyth · 8 February 2018, 09:09 AM

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Originally Posted by SDRider

I went ahead and ordered a box of Partagas. Can't wait until they arrive. I'll light one up on my patio the night they arrive and my friends and I will be enjoying them at our next BBQ.

California hasn't banned smoking outdoors, yet?

SDRider · 8 February 2018, 09:14 AM

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Originally Posted by theloxmyth

California hasn't banned smoking outdoors, yet?

Only in public places. My patio is not a public place.

Great thing about San Diego is the weather. I can light up a cigar on my patio year round in shorts and a t-shirt.

CamSLC · 8 February 2018, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by SDRider

About to hit submit on an order from them. These are really Cuban cigars and can they be shipped to me in the US?

I see you already ordered. I've ordered 4-5 times and my experience has always been 5 stars. The shipping is a little slow at the worst.

Bigblu10 · 8 February 2018, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by SDRider

About to hit submit on an order from them. These are really Cuban cigars and can they be shipped to me in the US?

Just realize they can be confiscated by US CBP. The embargo is still in place and ordering contraband online is not legal in the US. Only way to "legally" bring Cubans into the country is to physically bring them back with you from abroad.

Ballzzz · 8 February 2018, 01:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Bigblu10

Just realize they can be confiscated by US CBP. The embargo is still in place and ordering contraband online is not legal in the US. Only way to "legally" bring Cubans into the country is to physically bring them back with you from abroad.

I saw this so I’m thinking about separating my 3 25 boxes in case. They come from Switzerland FYI.

Brenngun · 8 February 2018, 01:51 PM

Ballzzz, You can order from someone a little closer than Switzerland. Thomas Hinds is one of the oldest cigar stores in Toronto Canada. They regularly send Cuban cigars to the US. They can help you get them without being confiscated by US customs. They've been doing it for many years. Reach out to them at the number below. Ask for Mike, Michelle or Giuseppe. They will take care of you.

1-800-637-5750
www.thomashinds.ca

theloxmyth · 8 February 2018, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by SDRider

Only in public places. My patio is not a public place.

Great thing about San Diego is the weather. I can light up a cigar on my patio year round in shorts and a t-shirt.

Wait, we can do that here too.

Only difference is that we might freeze to the patio concrete!

Bigblu10 · 8 February 2018, 10:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Brenngun

Ballzzz, You can order from someone a little closer than Switzerland. Thomas Hinds is one of the oldest cigar stores in Toronto Canada. They regularly send Cuban cigars to the US. They can help you get them without being confiscated by US customs. They've been doing it for many years. Reach out to them at the number below. Ask for Mike, Michelle or Giuseppe. They will take care of you.

1-800-637-5750
www.thomashinds.ca

Only issue is Canadian taxes! A $200 box from Switzerland will most likely cost double that from Canada. In fact, many Canadians that are members of a Cuban cigar forum I frequent order online because of Canada's onerous tobacco taxes. Apparently Canada has become very "Anti-Cigar" friendly.

Brenngun · 9 February 2018, 12:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Bigblu10

Only issue is Canadian taxes! A $200 box from Switzerland will most likely cost double that from Canada. In fact, many Canadians that are members of a Cuban cigar forum I frequent order online because of Canada's onerous tobacco taxes. Apparently Canada has become very "Anti-Cigar" friendly.

Your absolutely right about the tobacco taxes. To help offset some of this they will at times offer price discounts. Also anything shipped out of country is done without sales tax. Some people prefer to talk to a live person in a real brick and mortar who can walk you through a process to ensure your cigars won't be confiscated by US customs. Was giving the OP a much lower risk option.

8 February 2018, 05:47 AM	#1
Ballzzz 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: NY Posts: 2,474	Where to buy Cuban Cigars? Please don't chastise me (not a cigar aficionado) BUT I want to buy Cuban Cigars for my wedding. Cohiba is a well known name and I see there are a ton of websites who sell them now. My question is are they authentic and for all the puffers out there (I am not one) whats your best advice where to buy? I occasionally enjoy a cigar but I don't claim to know much of anything about leafs, rolls, brands etc. My vision is to have an authentic Cuban Cohiba from Cuba not one of the "now better" producing countries for a decent price. Any and all advice is welcomed and I thank you in advance for your help. __________________ Any intelligent fool can make things bigger, more complex, and more violent. It takes a touch of genius and a lot of courage to move in the opposite direction. - Albert Einstein

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AzPaul 2024 Pledge Member Join Date: May 2012 Real Name: Paul Location: Tucson, Az Watch: Rolex 1501 Posts: 13,193	If you're near the Cuban diplomatic mission at the UN, they've been known to trade cigars for a really nice jacket. __________________ Ain't much of a crime, whacking a surly bartender

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77T 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Real Name: PaulG Location: Georgia Posts: 40,691	Still legal for cigars, though some restrictions on other things were reinstated last year by the new administration: https://www.cigaraficionado.com/arti...ra-rules-19441 __________________ Does anyone really know what time it is?

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Ballzzz 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Dec 2017 Location: NY Posts: 2,474	Thank you gents, if the wedding is in the summer and I do not have a humidor when is it safe to buy them? I want to make sure I have them just in case there are any issues with shipping etc. I cant do a week before with everything else I have to button up in that week. __________________ Any intelligent fool can make things bigger, more complex, and more violent. It takes a touch of genius and a lot of courage to move in the opposite direction. - Albert Einstein

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Brenngun 2024 ROLEX DATEJUST41 Pledge Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Real Name: Rick Location: Smokin' Heaven Watch: Rolex & Tudor Posts: 3,819	Ballzzz, You can order from someone a little closer than Switzerland. Thomas Hinds is one of the oldest cigar stores in Toronto Canada. They regularly send Cuban cigars to the US. They can help you get them without being confiscated by US customs. They've been doing it for many years. Reach out to them at the number below. Ask for Mike, Michelle or Giuseppe. They will take care of you. 1-800-637-5750 www.thomashinds.ca __________________ Simple solutions solve complexed problems more often than complexed solutions solve simple problems!

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