As far as band for the buck goes, I would recommend the following:

1. Jose L Piedra - Nacionales
2. Don Thomas - Churchill

If you are willing to let a box of stogies sit for 1-3 years, I would also recommend:

3. No. 265 Churchill's (Really Cheap but actually good with age!)
4. Bances - Palma de Luxe (Tis is probably the cheapest tubed cigar out there but with a couple years of age it is excellent!!! It is also acceptable virgin.)

Best of luck and it is nice to see you on the forum!!!