Here's a copy and paste of an e-mail I just got. (I hope it formats okay.)

Hi Steve... I could use some advice. I've got a C-note to spend on a cigar gift for myself and I've got to make a decision today, because this is a one day special on the Fuentes.

Okay. Here's what I have to decide on. Either I buy a box of Fuente Double Chateau Sun Grown (20 ct) for $90.00 shipped, or a 10 ct. box of Cuban Monte #2 belis for $91.00 shipped, guaranteed.

I can't make up my mind. Yeah, I know the Cubans are twice the price, and I like those Fuente Sun Growns, and the price is right. I'm not buying both, so forget that.

What do you think?

I haven't answered him, yet. Any opinions?

The Fuentes are hard to get by the box at that price. The Montes can be had at that price anytime. Get the Fuentes.

The SG DC can be picked up for close to that price any day so can the Montes.

I'd get the box code then decide. Is he looking to get more smoke for the buck? Then the SGs. I like both.

I think you left a number off the front of the Monte price.

John L

Nope he is right on the Monte price.

I didn't se the 10 ct box part.

John L

being the cheap bastardo i am, i always opt for the greater number of smokes for the dollar. that is especially true if they are both highly desirable smokes. i always consider the fact that i won't get the opportunity to smoke them all. someone always shares with me. 10 cigars turns to 6 or 7. 20 turns into 15-17. that's just the way it works for me. i'd go with the 20 sun grown.

My advice is spend 15 more bucks and get a box of Cuban Bellicoso's. Better, plus 4 more sticks. I do have a box of chateau SG's inbound, though..

I pondered for an hour and suggested he buy the Fuentes. No doubt, he can pick up the Monte #2s anytime for that price.