Seems like everywhere I look there is an Arturo Fuente shortage. How come? Corey hooked me up with some vintage AF that I know I won't find in stores but was hoping to find something similar. Seems like everywhere I look the AF pickings are slim. Is it always like this or is there a reason one of us is aware of?

PapaWhiskey wrote:

The old man died.
His son is selling watches in Dubai and appears uninterested in the business.
The most trusted farm field manager retired.
Covid killed off a fair number of their rollers. Takes six months to ramp up the average roller to make even large ring gauges.
The head accountant left.

It is going to be a while (if ever) to get that brand back to where it was.

8trackdisco wrote:

Seems like everywhere I look there is an Arturo Fuente shortage. How come? Corey hooked me up with some vintage AF that I know I won't find in stores but was hoping to find something similar. Seems like everywhere I look the AF pickings are slim. Is it always like this or is there a reason one of us is aware of?

PapaWhiskey wrote:

Plenty to be found in the Philly place. _ OLTS. 🤔

Ram27 wrote:

Seems like everywhere I look there is an Arturo Fuente shortage. How come? Corey hooked me up with some vintage AF that I know I won't find in stores but was hoping to find something similar. Seems like everywhere I look the AF pickings are slim. Is it always like this or is there a reason one of us is aware of?

PapaWhiskey wrote:

The old man died.
His son is selling watches in Dubai and appears uninterested in the business.
The most trusted farm field manager retired.
Covid killed off a fair number of their rollers. Takes six months to ramp up the average roller to make even large ring gauges.
The head accountant left.

It is going to be a while (if ever) to get that brand back to where it was.

8trackdisco wrote:

Plenty to be found in the Philly place. _ OLTS. 🤔

Ram27 wrote:

Depending on what you’re looking for, consider this:

Some blends are only released at certain times of the year and sell out quickly. Prime example is the Hemingway Maduros. Typically they get released around Father’s Day and Christmas so about a couple months before then, keep your eyes peeled for them. Depending on what you’re looking for and your desire to buy some, daily searches may be required. Good luck on finding good deals since the retailers know they’re scarce and there are people willing to pay, at the very least MSRP. Many buyers have the financial wherewithal to pay more. If you find someplace that offers any sort of discount, you better grab them quick, ‘cause iffin’ you go back a few hours later, good chance they’ll be gone.

Good luck in your search and buying success! 🍀

Palama wrote:

^ Glad to help. They are very good with choices and shipping.

Ram27 wrote:

Thanks Palama, this is good info. Among some others I am looking for Hemingway Maduro Short Story Maduro but will probably get some bigger ones until I can find them. I already have some with the cameroon wrapper on the way.

I love the Hemingway Maddies, they are definitely one of my favorites. As far as the SS Maddies, they get snapped up quickly so you’ll almost be forced to buy whatever you can whenever you find them. Of course you can wait but don’t say I didn’t warn you. [-( My favorite in the Hemingway Maduro line is the Best Seller. And while I’mma big fan of the Hemi Sig Mad, I prefer the Sun Grown version.

Once you satiate your Hemi Maddie quest, try the Anejo series. Unless you’re a Commie loving waffle lover, the #46 is all you need to seek out. And mebbe a few #77 Sharks as a special occasion smoke.

Iffin’ your wife hasn’t divorced you by then, then try the Magnum series. By then you’ll have shaken off your evil waffle ways and came to the realization that pancakes rule the world. At that point in time, start with the R44 and stop right there. You still wanna try the other vitolas? Go ahead, your money not mine but don’t you dare come crawling back, apologizing for not listening to me!

Have you tried the Gran Reserva Cuban Corona Maduro or Rothchild Maduro? Is there a difference except for the size? The word Cuban makes me think it might be a slightly different blend.

Yes I have but I haven’t had a Cuban Corona Maduro in quite awhile so can’t really comment. However, I’ll say this, once you’ve had a few Hemi Mads, Anejos and R44s, it won’t matter anymore. But, if you gotta satisfy your curiosity, go ahead (…but I wouldn’t buy more than a couple of singles, at best.

PapaWhiskey wrote:

Those two douche bags in AEROSMITH...

JOE PERRY
And
Steven Tyler

Always corner the market every freaking year for the last decade...they each have a standing order of 100 boxes of the
Hemingway short story Maduro and Connecticut...
Which puts a dent in the supply...
200 boxes never see an "shpo"...
I think they got their drummer hooked on them too?
Plus RUN DMC hopped on the short story band wagon along with many hip hop musicians with $$$ millions to spend..


Good luck P.E.O.N. BOOOOOIIIIIII !!!
YOUR JUST A REGULAR GUY WITH NO CONNECTIONS...

Mr. Jones wrote:

Also...

Actor and millionaire

Andy Garcia gets first DIBS ON ANY CIGAR THEY PRODUCE...

HE BUYS PALLETS OF THEM...

THEY CALL Eeeeeeeeeeem'

"The Fuente King" in L.A....

A well known fact among industry insiders...

Mr. Jones wrote: