IF you have the time to find a good B&M go in and introduce yourself as a Noobie. Get advice on smokes and such. Listen to they're sugestions while keeping in mind the price range you're looking to spend right now. A good B&M will help you pick out a few sticks and talk to you about the types of cigarcuts, and ways of storing cigars properly. I've been know to spend upto 2-3 hours with a "serious" Noob. Choosing 4-5 cigars in his price range, pointing out other possibilities. Also I teach the person the proper way to cut and light a cigar. Even with a $10 Guillitine you can get a pefect cut each time. Also B&M's can turn you onto cigar events. We have them once amounth with a tournout between 130-200 smokers. Gives you a chance to get a free smoke, a free drink, & talk to the manufacture, roller, blend maker, ect. I recommend these for Noobs because there is nothing like showing up with a hundred or so people all with the same hobby. And alot of them will talk to you.

So, If you have the time, check one out. You can learn alot in a short time of just asking questions.