Had to pass this along to all...kudos to Kurt the gang!! :-) :-)

· XIKAR Becomes First Major Brand to Reduce Cigar Prices in 2011

· US Retailers Embrace XIKAR's Dramatic Price Reduction

Kansas City, MO. - March 8, 2011 - XIKAR, Inc., a leading cigar and accessory company, announced a bold new pricing strategy for its highly rated HC Series Cigars. This dramatic price reduction re-emphasizes XIKAR's long-standing commitment to value and fair price. According to Jerry Dear, EVP Sales & Marketing, "the most common encounter in this age of inflation is a price increase driven by rising costs and increasing taxation. XIKAR wanted instead to broaden our appeal and offer a wonderful cigar to everyone." Consumers will enjoy an average cost savings of 18% per cigar repositioning the HC Series line to a compelling price range of $6-8 per cigar.

"We realize this decision is unprecedented in the midst of many competitive price increases, but XIKAR's core values and culture demand that we listen carefully to our consumers and respond accordingly," said Kurt Van Keppel, XIKAR's President.

XIKAR will continue to produce all HC series cigars to the same exacting quality standards from boutique factories in Nicaragua and Honduras. "The blends and the quality will not change," said Scott Almsberger, Vice-President of Product Development. "I personally guarantee that XIKAR HC Series cigars will continue to be produced using the highest quality aged tobacco, so consumers can continue enjoy they same great HC Series Cigars.

Today, XIKAR HC Series cigars are available in over 500 cigar shops around the country, and plans are in place to increase U.S. distribution and expand overseas.

XIKAR's new lower prices will make it even easier for customers to enjoy a great cigar at a price point that is more affordable in today's economy.

XIKAR is once again kicking off the cigar season with innovative accessories, featuring the 3D Mayan Collection, the Cloisonné Collection, and limited edition gift packs. "It's been a great 15 years of constant growth for XIKAR", says Van Keppel. "With this bold action, this should be the best year ever!"
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I haven't got around to trying one of these yet, maybe now I have a reason.
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I have had a couple of their cigars, I liked what I have tried. Will have to look into getting some.
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never tried one, i need too tho. and now lower prices, what better time?
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I had the Criollo once. I nubbed that thing. If anyone is looking for some HC Series cigars let me know. I'll ask the vendor where I'm doing the GB from.
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I smoked one of each of the three, enjoyed them all. Forget which one was my favorite though. Nice to know they're not so ridiculously priced now.
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I've had all three and the Criollo was my favorite, the Habano Colorado was a close second, the Connecticut was a little too mild for me but not bad for a mild cigar
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Love me some Habano Colorados. :-) :-) :-)
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In my opinion this was need because their cigars were good, but overpriced by about a dollar each. There are a lot better cigars at the $ 7-8 price point they were in before.
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Talked to the rep about this just last week. All the guys at Xikar are excited for this "New Coming" of their cigars. Across the board, most prices will drop almost $2.00 a stick, which is quite significant.

Be on the lookout for more Xikar promotions and specials....they seem to have some momentum here.
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Awesome news. Note to self, make room for more HC Colorados.
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whats not to like about this.
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"I just saved a bunch of money on my cigar insurance by switching to Xikar".
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:-):-)
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