Disagree...The Oliva and Punch are the only ones I would even consider. In choosing a beginner cigar one should talk to people he trusts...fellow smokers. They can leat him down the path to a cigar that will match his taste and budget.

Don't believe all you read about cigars. There is way too much marketing hype. The Ashton ESG comes to mind...Not that much different than the regular VSG line...Except for an inflated price.