Yeah, I spend a lot of time on another board devoted to musical instruments (I play bass as a hobby)
and I know how it can feel when people blunder in, so I looked at the FAQ here, and then saw the rules, etc, and lurked a bit before jumping in so rashly.

They're Cohibas because that's the brand everyone recognises; they were bought as a gift for me by nonsmokers but I don't smoke them very often, nor Robustos in general. I like lonsdales the best, and double coronas when I have the time.

I'm aware Cohibas are the most counterfeited cigar in the world, I have no real answer for you bigpoppapuff, sorry. These are real, though. Anyone who is interested will have to decide for themselves when they inspect them.

I'm bringing them all with me to Montreal in any case, it's up to anyone interested if they want more info about me to decide if I'm legit. If you are really interested, contact me via private message, and I can give you some references and tell you my ebay name, etc. I buy and sell a lot of basses and have had great dealings with a lot of folk in the States. I'm well known here in my town and am a very public figure with nothing to hide. I live by my reputation, as I've run bars and restaurants for years.

There are still good people out there, but I know the internet is not always the best place to find them.

Thanks for not crucifying me straight off!