New Guy (or Gal) Sampler Trade Thread

**CoventryCat86** · 07-06-2005, 02:56 AM

Here's something we do on CigarPass, we call it a "Newbie Sampler Trade" thread and here are the details:

Newbie Sampler Thread FAQ

1. What is the Newbie Sampler Thread?

A: A place where a Newbie (or anybody actually) can trade for a variety of Cigars. This thread was started with the idea of getting a newbie to trade with an "experienced" guy who wanted to get some cigars. The Newbie would buy the old guy what he wanted (or send cash) and the "experienced" guy would send the newbie a nice package of assorted singles to get the newbie started on some new favorites. Minimum trade value is $50 but most FOGS can handle trades of $100 or more.

2. Why would I want to trade with these people?

A: You are looking to sample a large variety of smokes. You can either go and overpay for a bunch of singles or you could get involved with a trade, receiving top quality sticks from a personally cared for selection of cigars that are ready for you to smoke. It's your choice.

3. How do I know I will actually get my cigars?

A: The people trading here have been doing so for quite some time, and are not going to screw around with a good thing for all parties (and not going to let anyone else screw it up for them), in order to screw you out of a few dollars.

4. How do I know I am not getting ripped off with a bunch of dog rockets?

A: Again, read the BB and you will get a feeling for those who trade here. May one or two of the cigars you receive be a dog rocket to you? Yes it is possible since taste is subjective, but how long do you think someone is going to be able to continue to trade if they are not giving fair (and to be perfectly honest you usually get MORE than fair value) in their trades. Why would anyone want to trade with them?

5. I haven't been around here long, but I have been smoking for _____ and I don't think I really should be qualified as a newbie.

A: You are. Get over it.

6. So how do I go about doing this? Who do I trade with?

The current trader (usually has "(Now Up!)" by their name), is the person that you would contact. You initiate a trade by sending a PM or E-Mail to that trader simply stating that you are interested in a Newbie Sampler Trade and any additional pertinent information including budget constraints. (i.e. "looking to do a Newbie trade in the ballpark of $60 - $80 dollars").

If for some reason that trader is unable to accomodate you (i.e. budget amounts don't work out or trader can not accomodate type of sampler desired), you move on to the next person on the list until someone can meet your needs.

7. Where can I get more information?

A: Yup, you’re a newbie. If you have a question, feel free to ask away. Most people will give you very good information.

So with this in mind, I'll volunteer to be the person you can contact and ask for a trade.

So who's interested?

CoventryCat86 - NOW UP!

**mithril** · 07-06-2005, 09:31 AM

i'd be willing to try this as soon as i get a new job. no money right now. but i would definitly like to try this out.

**Diesel Grinch** · 07-06-2005, 10:28 AM

This is a great program ran by the FOG's. I did it on CigarPass and was lucky enough to have Mr. Personality CoventryCat86 himself.

Got a lot of great smokes that I most likely would have never tried or would have been a long way down the road.

I recommended this to anyone.

**jaewing** · 07-06-2005, 10:56 AM

This was great over at CP. Definately give it a go.

**alexgtp** · 07-06-2005, 12:20 PM

Great idea for those looking to get their feet wet!

**cigarsarge** · 07-20-2005, 09:45 PM

Originally Posted by Diesel Grinch

This is a great program ran by the FOG's. I did it on CigarPass and was lucky enough to have Mr. Personality CoventryCat86 himself.

Got a lot of great smokes that I most likely would have never tried or would have been a long way down the road.

I recommended this to anyone.

CC stayed up all night rolling those little beauties.

**nhcigarfan** · 07-20-2005, 09:57 PM

I'm in. CC - if your up for it, when I pass the box to you I'll just shoot down to CT and we can hit the cigar shop together.

**cigarsarge** · 07-30-2005, 11:00 AM

I'll trade with a newbie if CC is complete. Anybody want to trade with the sarge?

**Kinger** · 07-06-2005, 05:48 PM

Hey, I can vouch for this personally, and Mr. CC as well. He just made my summer with my newbie trade at CP. Thanks again!

Pete

**Eshaw99** · 07-20-2005, 09:45 PM

hmm...technically I'm a newbie here right???

**godfather** · 09-06-2005, 05:27 PM

Hey guys,

Sorry, I should have posted this here:

http://www.cigarsmokers.com/t1992-tr...-up-to-50.html

Interested in doing a trade. Not sure who is 'up' ...sarge? hex? CC?

Anyway, let me know...thanks!

**cigarsarge** · 09-06-2005, 06:27 PM

I'm gonna rest for a couple weeks. Got a couple trades in progress. Don't want to do too much at once. hex posted he would do one. Bet some of the other guys would help.

**Corona Gigante** · 09-18-2005, 05:38 PM

Do we not have a live newbie trade sampler thread?

Would it be a violation of etiquette to point people to one on another website?

That would be a shame.

**prophetic_joe** · 09-18-2005, 10:19 PM

newbie here looking to learn the ropes of trading. no takers yet. just think it would be a cool way to get to know other members. so yeah interested if anyone else is.