Well, my first "real" cigar, anyway.

I had a break before our department head meeting at work today, so I took a stroll down to the liquor store (I know :-)) to see what they might have. I was almost bummed to see they didn't have any cigars, but next to the register I saw a small glass-top humidor. Through the glass, I saw the glimmer of a red and gold band - Punch! So, not being an aficionado (yet :-)), I went by name recognition alone and picked up two of them for $4.25 each. As far as I can tell, I think they're Royal Selection #12's - petite corona (mareva?) size, with a band that says "Punch" and "Imported". I've read some good reviews, describing them as a medium to full-bodied cigar, with a good flavor profile and slight spiciness.

So, did I do good?
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Hard to go wrong with a Punch. I have found a few Chevrons (read: 2) in my area that stock AF and Punch and a few boutique'y cigars in a stand up humi. I usually will grab one or two a week on my way to work.
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They're not RS 12's. Those are the Cuban Punch's. Sounds like the Punch Elite, maybe. 5 x 42? If it's 5 x 40, it's a London Club.
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You did okay, they're just not RS 12's :-)
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Here's a pic:

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Looks like a Punch Magnum (5.2" x 54)!!! :-)
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Try the Punch Rare Corojo next, I used to love those. If you do manage to score an RS12 I think your tumble down the dark side will be quick and painless :-)
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They're 5.25" from end-to-end, and 11/16" (roughly - according to my drafting template) diameter, in cellophane wrappers. Must be an Elite, then - thanks for helping me clear that up.

I'm looking forward to trying one out tonight. From the reviews I've read, it sounds like a good stick and something that I might enjoy.
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I really like the Gran Puro.
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You my friend are in for a wild ride... and we're just the group to take you there! buckle up!!!
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Sit back and relax while you smoke em, you can't possibly go wrong.
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Welcome to our world:-)
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Me too


:-)


Chris.....
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Welcome man!! Hope you enjoy those Punches!
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If you enjoy it, you done good, Joseph. :-)
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I started out smoking non-cuban Punch's as well. They're cheap, widely available and a decent smoke. The Gran Puro and Rare Corojo are worth checking out if you can track them down.
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My first real cigar was an AF curly head deluxe. My wallet has been lighter ever since.
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