New Guy (or Gal) Sampler Trade Thread

[CoventryCat86]

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]

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]

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]

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

[alexgtp]

Great idea for those looking to get their feet wet!

[Kinger]

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]

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

[cigarsarge]

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]

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]

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

[ggiese]

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

Oh, boy... This oughta be good....

[hex1848]

I'm always willing to trade (newbie or not). Send me a PM.

Ohh and I made this thread a sticky to keep it at the top.

[reaganyouth84]

This is a VERY good idea. I will have to get in on some of this action very soon!
-Mike

[PuffTheMagicDragon]

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

Sarge, you still up? I'll trade with ya if so.

[cigarsarge]

Sarge, you still up? I'll trade with ya if so.

PM sent to Puff Daddy.

Hex is up on deck. Somebody needs to trade with him.

[thepyrofish]

I would gladly, but I may have to go with the money option mentioned, as I don't think I can find anything worth trading 'round here. Not to mention the disgusting tobacco tax. Lets say $60 US tops? I think I can pull that out of my paycheck somewhere. Anybody know how badly I am going to get on taxes/duty having these shipped to Canada?

[Roham]

No duty or anything if the importation form is check marked "gift" and the description is pens or books or something other then Cigars....

[thepyrofish]

AHA! I knew if it was a gift under $60 (I think that's the right amount) that it was duty free. This does ot apply to cigars, but somehow I never thought to simply say it wasn't cigars

[cigarsarge]

Puff and I have struck a deal. I'll let yall know the outcome.

[hex1848]

I have cleaned out some posts from this thread. Take a look at the title.. pretty much sums up what needs to be here.