I could use some help

**MrTamborineMan** · 05-15-2009, 09:39 AM

So my grandfather, who was also one of my best friends and virtually a second father to me passed away, today is the funeral and afterwards I'm gonna need a really, really good cigar. Anyone have a suggestion of a (again note: really, really, really good) cigar that the local B&M would probably have? Thanks.

**badwhale** · 05-15-2009, 09:50 AM

I'm sorry for your loss.

I'd find a Pardron 1926, or anthing AF hemmingway.

Will

**Artyman1200** · 05-15-2009, 09:56 AM

I'm sorry for your loss. I usually reach for a Padron '26 or '64 when I want the best.

I would be careful about smoking around other people during this time, especially family/friend gatherings. I would avoid smoking around anyone that normally thinks your hobby is annoying or gross. People can be weird, and you don't want to offend others by smoking a cigar at a time when they might think it's inappropriate. We understand where you're coming from, but most non-smokers attribute smoking a cigar to celebrating something. Just something to think about.....again, sorry for your loss.

**big bill** · 05-15-2009, 10:24 AM

sorry for your loss,padron would be my choose too,and celebrate the relationship you had and remember he,s in a much better place.

**mrtr33** · 05-15-2009, 11:40 AM

I was initially confused. I read that you were looking for a really, really good cigar, and a few choice sticks came to mind. Then I read on, and you clarified in wanting a really really really good cigar, which completely changed everything.

My short list:
Padron 1926 Anniversary maduro
Diamond Crown Maximus
DPG My Father (seems appropriate)

If I might also say, you might want a cigar that you know you will enjoy. No sense in spending money on an unknown cigar if you are looking for enjoyment. Get something you like.

I lost a very close friend this past Christmas. I go and smoke a cigar at his grave site once a month. It's not always a great cigar, but it does me some good. I'm sorry to hear of your loss.

**ggiese** · 05-15-2009, 11:59 AM

Sorry to hear about your loss...

Here's a few suggestions - you should find one or more at any decently stocked local B&M:

You have to find a Davidoff dealer, but just about anything Davidoff is fantastic- I particularly like the Anniversario series.

Padron '26 (as others have suggested)

Most Avo - especially their LE lines

Ashton VSG

Fuente Don Carlos (Also Opus X, Anejo and Hemingway Maduro's, if they've got 'em)

Cuesta Rey - Stanford's Cameroon Reserve

Good luck on your quest!

**FunkyCold5** · 05-15-2009, 02:27 PM

Sorry for your loss. I second all the recommendations made so far. You can't go wrong with any of them.

**Ticker** · 05-16-2009, 04:36 PM

Sorry for your loss.

I suggest lighting up one of your grandfathers favourites in memory of him.

Ticker

**Nub464** · 05-17-2009, 04:19 PM

Sorry to hear about your loss...I lost my father in January and totally understand! Peace to you and your family!

Great cigar suggestions already listed...can't argue with any of them. I am just kind of getting back into them after many years away from cigars....but I am still a big fan of the Cohiba Red Dot...anything from Davidoff...and one of my personal favorite premium cigars...a Montecristo No.2...any of them will fill the bill!

**MrTamborineMan** · 05-17-2009, 10:39 PM

Originally Posted by Ticker

Sorry for your loss.

I suggest lighting up one of your grandfathers favourites in memory of him.

Ticker

You know, that's exactly what I did, grabbed me a pack of Honey Berry backwoods, and it was fantastic. I pretty much always have a pack of those around for the exact reason of smoking with him and it really didn't occur to me to smoke one right then, but it was exactly what I needed.

...problem with backwoods is I have a tendency to inhale them - actually more than a tendency.