Opus X prices

[Monk]

Ok, so what do these babys go for in the U.S. shops? I just went to a local shop here and saw them for the first time up here in Toronto... The Perfexion #5 was over 25$ and I think it was the Robusto at $55.00. (plus sales tax)

-W.

[tampacigargirl]

Ok, so what do these babys go for in the U.S. shops? I just went to a local shop here and saw them for the first time up here in Toronto... The Perfexion #5 was over 25$ and I think it was the Robusto at $55.00. (plus sales tax)

-W.

Perf #5 $8.45

PJ

[Desert Rat]

Those prices sound about right for the B&M's in my area.

Only problem is they sell them as fast as they get them. So you can't just walk in and say "I'll take ten Robusto's for $250".

The clerk will tell you that he will only allow you to buy two Robusto's for $50 and smole while he says it .

[drew_goring]

Ok, so what do these babys go for in the U.S. shops? I just went to a local shop here and saw them for the first time up here in Toronto... The Perfexion #5 was over 25$ and I think it was the Robusto at $55.00. (plus sales tax)

-W.

That is a HELLUVA steal (relatively speaking). Here in Calgary they want 70-80 dollars.

[Monk]

I'm moving to Tampa! :D

-W.

[cls515]

Those prices sound about right for the B&M's in my area.

Only problem is they sell them as fast as they get them. So you can't just walk in and say "I'll take ten Robusto's for $250".

The clerk will tell you that he will only allow you to buy two Robusto's for $50 and smole while he says it .

I can't believe a store would limit a customer like that while the cigar is in stock. I know of internet retailers that do that but if I walked into a store and they told me I could only buy two of a particular cigar I probably wouldn't go back.

[tampacigargirl]

I can't believe a store would limit a customer like that while the cigar is in stock. I know of internet retailers that do that but if I walked into a store and they told me I could only buy two of a particular cigar I probably wouldn't go back.

The reason we do this (we as in most retailers) is to give everyone the opportunity to purchase these cigars. Some retailers only get 2-4 boxes every 6 mo. I don't sell boxes usually, the one time I did it was a few years ago, and we were hit with them 3 days before inventory. I have guys that call up trying to order boxes of these cigars every time I get them in. I don't mail order to anyone that is not already a customer in good standing. I also do not put non-customers on our call list. B&M's are all about customer service, I'm not going to sell out all my good stuff to someone that either never shops at our store or only buys "had to get sticks". It would be a disservice to our customers that wait all year to get a few sticks. Also this prevents asshats from buying boxes in the store and selling a $9 stick for $25.

[Shelby07]

I can't believe a store would limit a customer like that while the cigar is in stock. I know of internet retailers that do that but if I walked into a store and they told me I could only buy two of a particular cigar I probably wouldn't go back.

It's actually more the norm than the exception and it seems to be a good thing, in my opinion. Every B&M does it that I have ever walked into. There are usually a few boxes with a sticker that says 2 per day per customer. I couldn't understand it either at first, but it is nice to be able to walk into a B&M and actually find some pretty interesting stuff. Besides, I probably wouldn't want to buy a box of $25 sticks anyway. If I find something I like, I usually go get a box on the internet for a lot less than the B&M can afford to offer it to me for. But because of the policy I tend to walk into the local B&M more often than I would just to see what they've received in the past week or two. And, of course, once I'm in there I never leave without something.

So, it's actually good for the business (more traffic) and good for the customer (better opportunity to try some of the harder to get stuff,) although I think that Fuente probably overdoes it a bit with their limited releases.

[Kayakinboy]

I can't believe a store would limit a customer like that while the cigar is in stock. I know of internet retailers that do that but if I walked into a store and they told me I could only buy two of a particular cigar I probably wouldn't go back.

tampacigargirl has got the right idea. One of my local shops doesn't do limits, and I'll only buy three. Just feel bad because some guys never get a chance.

[heftysmokes]

Are you people ttrying to tell me they sell the Opus line in an actual store???

Ha. I'll believe it when I see it.

[tampacigargirl]

Are you people ttrying to tell me they sell the Opus line in an actual store???

Ha. I'll believe it when I see it.

I'll post you pictures when I put them on the shelf. :)

[Shelby07]

Are you people ttrying to tell me they sell the Opus line in an actual store???

Ha. I'll believe it when I see it.

The local B&M puts them out here occasionally. 2 per day limit.

Edit: TCG - Doesn't Fuente make dealers agree not to sell some of these sticks over the internet?

[Monk]

The local B&M puts them out here occasionally. 2 per day limit.

Edit: TCG - Doesn't Fuente make dealers agree not to sell some of these sticks over the internet?

Doesn't stop your average asshat from doing it with a box and jacking the prices when they get there hands on them, as tampacigargirl mentioned

-W.

[CoventryCat86]

Are you people ttrying to tell me they sell the Opus line in an actual store???

Ha. I'll believe it when I see it.

You gotta get out of Montana........

[cls515]

The reason we do this (we as in most retailers) is to give everyone the opportunity to purchase these cigars. Some retailers only get 2-4 boxes every 6 mo. I don't sell boxes usually, the one time I did it was a few years ago, and we were hit with them 3 days before inventory. I have guys that call up trying to order boxes of these cigars every time I get them in. I don't mail order to anyone that is not already a customer in good standing. I also do not put non-customers on our call list. B&M's are all about customer service, I'm not going to sell out all my good stuff to someone that either never shops at our store or only buys "had to get sticks". It would be a disservice to our customers that wait all year to get a few sticks. Also this prevents asshats from buying boxes in the store and selling a $9 stick for $25.

I see where you're coming from but I just don't think it is right to limit a customer like that. In the shop I go to, I don't go often, but still it is the only one I go to. They carry Opus and I never see any limitations. I've never seen any limitations period, only they are too expensive.

[tampacigargirl]

The local B&M puts them out here occasionally. 2 per day limit.

Edit: TCG - Doesn't Fuente make dealers agree not to sell some of these sticks over the internet?

Yes, but most internet sellers don't buy from Fuente & Newman. They get them from a 3rd party.

I've never seen any limitations period, only they are too expensive.

This is another practice I hate. Inflating margins. And keep in mind, just because a store has them doesn't mean they're an authorized reseller. They again can get them from a 3rd Party. Also there are parts of the country that these rare sticks don't sell that well. Occasionally a customer will come in and tell us they bought a box at a store because they just weren't selling there.

[dHUTCH]

Are you people ttrying to tell me they sell the Opus line in an actual store???

Ha. I'll believe it when I see it.

I second that!

[tampacigargirl]

I see where you're coming from but I just don't think it is right to limit a customer like that.

I have to disagree. I don't think it's fare to the 100's of customers that don't get to buy cigars that are only available once a year because some greedy customer for what ever reason buys the only 4 - 6 boxes I get to sell. I'd rather have a few pissed off customers because they aren't allowed to buy a box, so that my other customers may enjoy these cigars.

[cls515]

I have to disagree. I don't think it's fare to the 100's of customers that don't get to buy cigars that are only available once a year because some greedy customer for what ever reason buys the only 4 - 6 boxes I get to sell. I'd rather have a few pissed off customers because they aren't allowed to buy a box, so that my other customers may enjoy these cigars.

I'm not talking about buying 5 boxes, I'm talking about a box max. But we can agree to disagree. The prices aren't inflated, I think the #4 was $8 and the Reserva d Chateau was about $15 or so, give or take a few dollars.

[Monk]

I have to disagree. I don't think it's fare to the 100's of customers that don't get to buy cigars that are only available once a year because some greedy customer for what ever reason buys the only 4 - 6 boxes I get to sell. I'd rather have a few pissed off customers because they aren't allowed to buy a box, so that my other customers may enjoy these cigars.

I agree with this, but I also think as mentioned it depends on where you are. In places with a number of customers or say in New York, and larger cities they sell fast. really fast... in more backwater places it might not be a big deal if someone were to buy a box.

-W.