Scotty and Jason,waiting to hear from you...........
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I plan on smoking it tomorrow Tom. I ended up having to work today and didn't bring any cigars with me.
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OK smoked one of the skinny ones today... it has a great flavor and smell to it. The draw was real tight but loosed up about half way. I would mark this as a mild cigar. I am posting a picture. But don't know how big it is as I am doing this from the phone so sorry if it is huge.[IMG]Image[/IMG]
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Tom, great smoke! I smoked one Friday night out back while chatting with the neighbors over a few beers. As was mentioned the draw was a bit tight but smoked just fine, I think that should loosen up with a bit of age too. Great aroma (the guys next door asked if I had more to share) and taste. I'm looking forward to seeing what some age does to these sticks. I'm still blown away by the construction. If you remember, were the ones you sent me completely freehand or did you go with the newspaper trick?
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Really glad you like them,I have smoked a few more and I am impressed with the leaf I bought,it is really good quality.It has some veins that are visible,but they are no problem for me.
Those were freehand,but have been using newspaper since the 3rd batch.Somewhere around 65 sticks rolled so far,they are getting better looking,and not so tight.
Almost ready to order more leaf,will go with nica and honduran fillers,and maduro broadleaf wrapper.The maduro is just amazing.......
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i have to agree with the wrapper Tom it is a nice smoke. i will try to get another one in today.
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Smoking one now,2 weeks of drying has paid off.Smoother and creamy with a big leather/wood note on the palate.The aroma is spicy and floral. The finish is earthy and long.
Decent yard gar.
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Ordered my third batch of leaf yesterday,getting down to the scraps.Nic seco,columbian seco,brazil viso,and broadleaf.Still have some ligero from my first order.
I figure I have rolled 80 + sticks,and still have a good bit of wrapper from previous orders.
A few of the first 10 sticks I rolled are a couple of months old now,and are medium bodied and very fragrant,and I doubt they will get much older.The later ones are still young,but still tasty,showing a fresh taste I enjoy.I did one batch with pipe tobacco,some flake style that rolled close,and they are massive,probably too much for me on a regular basis.
I look at a cigar differently now,and I realize the practice it takes to do this regularly and do it well.My sticks are better looking now,but still I get a little run sometimes.I even did some in Culebre style,they are a hoot to smoke.

Some of you should try rolling,you could enjoy it a lot.......
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Very neat Tom. I've seen cigars rolled before at B&M events, but didn't know that hobbyists rolled cigars too. Good luck with it!
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The company I use is LeafOnly.com.They supply home rollers nationwide,and have cigarette tobaccos as well..........
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Ordered fourth batch today,finally needed wrapper.Had to get some broadleaf maduro,and got some binder as well as broadleaf....
really do enjoy the hobby,got a chaveta to work with,too.
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Tom, I have enjoyed this thread. I applaud you for taking this hobby to the next level. Any new developments since August? I would love to see any new pictures of your progress, and if you ever wish to sell any please let me know.

Good luck.
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yup, I'm curious if you have given the Brazilian Maduro a try yet.
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Brazilian maduro was brilliant! Thanks again,Wayne... Slight smokey aroma and nicely cured,went a long way and was much appreciated.
If I could buy it I would,excellent leaf.

Went to an event with a roller last month and had a good time talking to him,he showed me a couple tricks and how to do a triple cap.He let me sit and finish a few sticks for him,to the amazement of my friends.He is a cuban guy and is starting out with his own brand,and even gave me some of his wrapper glue.Great guy,Noel Rojo.........
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sounds like a great time Tom :-) glad to see your still sticking with it
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:-)

I enjoy reading about this. Going to post some more pic's anytime soon?
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I wouldn't mind seeing a few more pictures either :-)

Hell, I may even be persuaded into parting with a little more wrapper. :-)
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:-) Some pics of your process would be awesome!!
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Looks and sounds like a ton of fun. I am hoping to get my soil right for growing some leaf, and perhaps experimenting (if I ever find the time!)

Very cool guys!
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Burning this one down today. Great smooth favor, easy draw, and even burn. I think it has been resting about 6 months in a cab of illusion Rothschilds.
Thanks again Tom
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