Newbie, broke, smoking dog rockets, looking for help

**holysmoke** · 04-15-2009, 09:16 PM

I am dirt poor but I love cigars.

I have been smoking Famous Smoke Dominican 4000's and #59 Factory Throwouts

I love Macanudo and Montecristo but cant afford them. I smoke mild varieties because I have a cigar in my mouth almost all day and evening.

I wonder if anyone could help me upgrade to a better cigar for a similar price to the Dominican 4000's. I pay 34.95 for 25 shipped

thanks

**bigwhiteash** · 04-15-2009, 09:26 PM

maybe Dominican 3000's?

**badwhale** · 04-15-2009, 09:27 PM

Twice in one day!!!!!

Sorry. You might want to try an upgrade to A Turrent, or 5 Vegas gold? They're a little more, but pretty good for the mild side.

Will

**bigwhiteash** · 04-15-2009, 09:35 PM

Seriously, there are many decent cigars out there, but you may have to ask youself if cigars are important in the big scheme right now... do some searching around here, there are a few threads about "budget" smokes with plenty of good suggestions.

Welcome to the forum!

**logan37** · 04-16-2009, 02:03 AM

Originally Posted by holysmoke

I am dirt poor but I love cigars.

I have been smoking Famous Smoke Dominican 4000's and #59 Factory Throwouts

I love Macanudo and Montecristo but cant afford them. I smoke mild varieties because I have a cigar in my mouth almost all day and evening.

I wonder if anyone could help me upgrade to a better cigar for a similar price to the Dominican 4000's. I pay 34.95 for 25 shipped

thanks

I'm confused.

**kevin7** · 04-16-2009, 06:19 AM

If you are dirt poor get a better job. Cigars are a luxury .

**DeeDubya** · 04-16-2009, 07:23 AM

Originally Posted by holysmoke

I am dirt poor but I love cigars.

I have been smoking Famous Smoke Dominican 4000's and #59 Factory Throwouts

I love Macanudo and Montecristo but cant afford them. I smoke mild varieties because I have a cigar in my mouth almost all day and evening.

I wonder if anyone could help me upgrade to a better cigar for a similar price to the Dominican 4000's. I pay 34.95 for 25 shipped

thanks

I smoked a Famous 4000 last night. And I would pass up a Macanudo for a Famous 4000 today. But yes, if anyone finds cigars comparable to Monte's for $34.95 let me know too.

**Artyman1200** · 04-16-2009, 07:34 AM

Originally Posted by logan37

I'm confused.

Think of it this way - it's like those people who drive cars covered in duck tape, live in trailers, never see the dentist (or the shower), and constantly run their mouths about how hard life is. BUT, they always have a fresh pack of cigarettes, cheap beer in the fridge, and their DIRECT TV!!!

I want to send this guy some cigars just b/c of his wildy creative username! It's crazy!

**ggiese** · 04-16-2009, 08:40 AM

Originally Posted by holysmoke

I am dirt poor but I love cigars.

I have been smoking Famous Smoke Dominican 4000's and #59 Factory Throwouts

I love Macanudo and Montecristo but cant afford them. I smoke mild varieties because I have a cigar in my mouth almost all day and evening.

I wonder if anyone could help me upgrade to a better cigar for a similar price to the Dominican 4000's. I pay 34.95 for 25 shipped

thanks

"Dirt poor" and "loving cigars" is similar to saying "Dirt Poor" and "loving BMWs"

Here's what you want...

Here's what you get...

Have you tried Backwoods? That would be the dirt poor cigar version of a dirt poor BMW...

**holysmoke** · 04-16-2009, 08:57 AM

Originally Posted by Artyman1200

Think of it this way - it's like those people who drive cars covered in duck tape, live in trailers, never see the dentist (or the shower), and constantly run their mouths about how hard life is. BUT, they always have a fresh pack of cigarettes, cheap beer in the fridge, and their DIRECT TV!!!

I want to send this guy some cigars just b/c of his wildy creative username! It's crazy!

**ggiese** · 04-16-2009, 09:03 AM

Originally Posted by Artyman1200

Think of it this way - it's like those people who drive cars covered in duck tape, live in trailers, never see the dentist (or the shower), and constantly run their mouths about how hard life is. BUT, they always have a fresh pack of cigarettes, cheap beer in the fridge, and their DIRECT TV!!!

I want to send this guy some cigars just b/c of his wildy creative username! It's crazy!

Now stop, Arty - the dirt poor version of a cigar is (by its very definition) a cigar-ette...

**ggiese** · 04-16-2009, 09:04 AM

Originally Posted by holysmoke

Hey Holy - you gotta be VERY careful what you ask for - it's not always what you'll get!!!

**holysmoke** · 04-16-2009, 09:10 AM

this thread was a flop. I apologize for the thread.

however I overstated my financial situation. I am not a bum on the street who doesn't shower.

I just make a small salary and pay my bills

I meant I love Macanudo and Montecristo but cant afford them I don't expect anyone to help me find them for 34.95 for 25.

I was thinking cusano M1, La Unica, or other bundles of value.

again, Im sorry for the thread.

**badwhale** · 04-16-2009, 09:22 AM

Originally Posted by holysmoke

this thread was a flop. I apologize for the thread.

however I overstated my financial situation. I am not a bum on the street who doesn't shower.

I just make a small salary and pay my bills

I meant I love Macanudo and Montecristo but cant afford them I don't expect anyone to help me find them for 34.95 for 25.

I was thinking cusano M1, La Unica, or other bundles of value.

again, Im sorry for the thread.

Oh, don't be so hard on yourself.... This thread is fun!

BTW welcome from Bitterville, PA

Will

**bigwhiteash** · 04-16-2009, 09:25 AM

Thanks for the clarification.. to be honest, I kinda took your first post as an attempt at mooching!

If I have time today, I'll look around online for some good values, I know of some, I just can't seem to put a name on them.

Personally, if it came down to a choice between quality or quantity, I would probably chose quality and smoke a few less cigars per week.

**mrtr33** · 04-16-2009, 09:25 AM

Originally Posted by holysmoke

this thread was a flop. I apologize for the thread.

however I overstated my financial situation. I am not a bum on the street who doesn't shower.

I just make a small salary and pay my bills

I meant I love Macanudo and Montecristo but cant afford them I don't expect anyone to help me find them for 34.95 for 25.

I was thinking cusano M1, La Unica, or other bundles of value.

again, Im sorry for the thread.

Look at this situation from our point of view: Would you walk into your local cigar shop and ask them for cheaper cigars, or complain about not having enough money for their nicer sticks? Sounds a lot like you are asking for a handout. Maybe I'm wrong.

If you enjoy the hobby, are there any other ways you can support this hobby? Maybe pick up an extra job? Maybe not smoke so much? Maybe you'd be able to smoke better, or at least different sticks.

And try the search function. It helps.

Welcome from northwest Louisiana.

**holysmoke** · 04-16-2009, 09:31 AM

you are dead wrong about looking for a handout.

tough crowd

**DeeDubya** · 04-16-2009, 09:38 AM

Originally Posted by holysmoke

you are dead wrong about looking for a handout.

tough crowd

Everyone's just a little up tight, after all we paid our taxes yesterday. I'm still pissed.

**ashauler** · 04-16-2009, 09:39 AM

Originally Posted by holysmoke

you are dead wrong about looking for a handout.

tough crowd

Then what was the point of your original post? I think you're full of shit.

**denver24** · 04-16-2009, 09:50 AM

I figured I'd sit tight and let some of the more experienced BOTL's handle this, but I am sick and tired of sitting here and listening to all these pleas for hand outs. Times are tough for me as well, but instead of asking for handouts, I prioritize my spending and cut back on purchases for now. Better times will come, and I can wait to buy more smokes until then. If you want more smokes, either get another job, get a better job, or sell a kidney. Asking for handouts is lame, but stipulating what you'll pay and for how many smokes is in poor taste, especially when it's $35 for 25 smokes. Sorry for the rant, but you're not the only experiencing tough times!

P.S. No, this isn't a plea for help. I handle my business on my own!