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Carmen's Sampler
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smithbw Offline
#1 Posted: Thu, Jul 10 2003, 3:08 AM EST
Joined: 09-01-2001
Posts: 2,444
Has anyone ordered one of these? If so what do you think about em?

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arwings Offline
#2 Posted: Thu, Jul 10 2003, 3:34 AM EST
Joined: 02-09-2003
Posts: 950
I have. Good way to sample lower end cigars in a cost effective way. I would not order another one.
Mr_Vance Offline
#3 Posted: Thu, Jul 10 2003, 5:59 AM EST
Joined: 08-11-2002
Posts: 165
The first sampler I bought was a ten pack I won for $7. It contained several quality cigars including a Partagas 150! The cigars had blemishes but, as advertised, all were smokable. I saved the 150 for my third anniversary. What a treat!

The second sampler was total cr@p. None of the name brands like the first one. In fact, four of the cigars ended up in the compost. Any one who knows me can attest to the fact that I do not throw away anything unless it qualifies as the ultimate dog rocket.

In conclusion, I would have to say the 150 alone was more than worth the cost of both samplers. However, I am so gun shy after the second sampler I am not sure if I want to pull the trigger again.

If you are looking to me for advice, I can only say what do I know? You may end up getting a Don Ramon with a tiny tear in the wrapper.

Keep Smokin' (]]]]]]]]]]~~~
penzt8 Offline
#4 Posted: Thu, Jul 10 2003, 6:14 AM EST
Joined: 06-05-2000
Posts: 1,771
my experience was also hit or miss. The first one contained a good mix that ranged from lone wolf to one of those Pinar pre-embargo cuban cigars. Most of them were in decent shape but a little roughed up. Some were split open and unsmokeable. The next sampler contained similar sticks but was in a lot worse shape and only about half were smokeable.

If you like a challenge, go ahead and order them. If you want to sit and enjoy a cigar, skip them. They're not worth the aggravation.
gerber Offline
#5 Posted: Thu, Jul 10 2003, 6:16 AM EST
Joined: 10-30-2002
Posts: 783
I tried one of the 15-count samplers and overall was quite disappointed. Although I very much enjoyed the CAO Brazilia included, almost all of them were no-label brands (a few of which were pretty tasty, to be fair). A few were so damaged (wrappers completely loose, etc.) I just pitched them, and one cello-wrapped cigar I'd never heard of had a beetle hole. So, despite my love of samplers, this one was a let-down, and I don't think I would order another.
MIKEDDD Offline
#6 Posted: Fri, Jul 11 2003, 3:45 AM EST
Joined: 04-17-2003
Posts: 45
I discussed this with Carmen, the inventory manager, and he will make an effort to include more premiums in these samplers. It is based on what is in the damaged bin, or dog-pile as we call; it so sometimes the selection is good, othertimes it's not so good.

GO PHILLIES!

Mr_Vance Offline
#7 Posted: Fri, Jul 11 2003, 7:19 AM EST
Joined: 08-11-2002
Posts: 165
Mike,
Thanks for the reply. This, to me, is just another indication of how much attention customer service pays to keep us happy.
rck_1 Offline
#8 Posted: Fri, Jul 11 2003, 9:48 AM EST
Joined: 01-28-2003
Posts: 656
Watch the price go up on these!!!!!!
smithbw Offline
#9 Posted: Fri, Jul 11 2003, 9:59 AM EST
Joined: 09-01-2001
Posts: 2,444
Mike - Awesome My Brother - Awesome!

That is why we Love This Site! Or at least why I do =)

Incredible customer service Incredible!

Regards,


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rmarrandino Offline
#10 Posted: Thu, Jul 24 2003, 5:02 AM EST
Joined: 12-07-2002
Posts: 893
Now before I get Slime slapped I have already contacted customer service, but I just want others to be aware.

After reading this post and Mike H's comments. I decided to try one of Carmen's samplers. I totally agree with Gerber. The sticks were mostly low quality sticks that I probably wouldn't buy for the same price if the sticks weren't damaged.

The description says 'Definately smokable, but not saleable'. I would disagree with this description, 5 out of the 10 sticks were damaged beyond smokable.

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SteveR@CigarBid Offline
#11 Posted: Thu, Jul 24 2003, 5:14 AM EST
Joined: 11-19-2002
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GO BRAVES!!!!

rmarrandino Offline
#12 Posted: Thu, Jul 24 2003, 8:11 AM EST
Joined: 12-07-2002
Posts: 893
As always CBid's customer service has quickly and professionally resolved the issue.

Mike, thanks for you concern and response.

Rocco
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