February Member Sponsored Geek Critique

Started by junglepete, 11/09/2018 12:11 PM

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junglepete

This Geek Critique has been generously sponsored by Cfickter (Chuck)

The Cigar: Leaf by James (Toro)

The Specs:

Wrapper – Broadleaf
Binder - Ecuador Habano
Filler – Nicaragua
Country of Origin – Nicaragua
Size – 6 X 50

The Hype:

A top-notch collaboration between Black Label Trading Co.'s James Brown and Jim "Island Jim" Robinson, Leaf by James cigars are sure to please new and veteran cigar connoisseurs alike. These cigars, available in Toro, are packed to the brim with an abundance of mouthwatering flavors such as oak, espresso, dark chocolate, and black pepper. These delectable vitolas are made with only the best tobacco, as they are wrapped in a beautiful Pennsylvanian broadleaf, bound with Ecuadorian Habano, and filled with premium Nicaraguan tobacco. In addition to their complex flavor profile and wonderful construction, these cigars have an incredibly smooth draw and even burn. Be sure to add some top-of-the-line Leaf by James cigars to your humidor for a smoking experience you will be sure to return to.

Due Date: January 25th., 2019.

Shipping: USA and Canada included.

The Reviewers: Members in good Standing. Must not have done a GC review in Nov, Dec 2018, or January 2019. Minimum Veteran Status. **NOTE** Must have submitted a minimum of 5 reviews into our database.

1. Brlesq (Bruce)
2. headfirst (Gary)
3. klamm143 (Kevin)
4. Deener27 (David)
5. Vroomp (Brad)

Note: A reviewer who posts their review late will receive neutral feedback. A reviewer who does not post at all will receive negative feedback. There are always exceptions to the rule and a reasonable excuse for tardiness or a no show will be respected and thus not counted against the reviewer. Our sponsoring members and our administrators make the choice of who is to participate in any particular Geek Critique and can be better informed of their choices with this initiative in place.

Thanks again to Chuck for taking this one on and providing the cigar. THANKS!! And happy smokin'  :cigarman:
Guru of Frugality

"It is your decisions, not your conditions that shape your life."  ~Tony Robbins~

Brlesq

I would like to get in on this one if you'll have me
Bruce
Chief Enabler 
Guru of Decorum & Sarcasm


Hey! How come Habana is written on here with a Sharpie ?!?

A day without whiskey is like . . . just kidding, I have no idea!


klamm143

I'll be glad to hop on in - also, if you'll have me.
Kevin R. Lamm

It is what it is - and these things too shall pass. It may pass like a kidney stone - but IT WILL PASS.

headfirst

Throwing my hat in the ring, BLTC and PA broadleaf?  Yes please!
When I have found intense pain relieved, a weary brain soothed, and calm, refreshing sleep obtained by a cigar, I have felt grateful to God, and have blessed His name...
-Charles Spurgeon

http://www.cigargeeks.com/index.php?action=humidors;area=public;member=headfirst

Deener27

If it's a Cfickter sponsored review, I gotta try it.  Always great picks.  I'm in if you'll have me.


"Sometimes you eat the bear, and sometimes the bear, well, he eats you." The Stranger

"Judge Smails: You know, you should play with Dr. Beeper and myself. I mean, he's been club champion for three years running and I'm no slouch myself.

"You may run like Mays, but you hit like !@#$." ~Lou Brown in Major League

"Looks like you have El Hosel, the laterals—you know, the S-word" ~ Romeo in Tin Cup

junglepete

I an guessing Chuck will be okay with you all, so Bruce, Gary, Kevin and David you're all in on this one.
Guru of Frugality

"It is your decisions, not your conditions that shape your life."  ~Tony Robbins~

klamm143

Kevin R. Lamm

It is what it is - and these things too shall pass. It may pass like a kidney stone - but IT WILL PASS.

headfirst

When I have found intense pain relieved, a weary brain soothed, and calm, refreshing sleep obtained by a cigar, I have felt grateful to God, and have blessed His name...
-Charles Spurgeon

http://www.cigargeeks.com/index.php?action=humidors;area=public;member=headfirst

Vroomp

I'll take that final spot if no one else wants it........ :confused:
Guru of Not Following the Rules


Cigar smoking knows no politics. It's about the pursuit of pleasure, taste, and aroma. -Anon

When you are dead, you don't know that you are dead. It is difficult only for the others.
It is the same when you are stupid....



junglepete

QuoteVroomp - 11/11/2018  12:11 PM

I'll take that final spot if no one else wants it........ :confused:

Okay Brad, the last spot is yours.
Guru of Frugality

"It is your decisions, not your conditions that shape your life."  ~Tony Robbins~

Cfickter

Thanks for everyone jumping, cigars will go out next week.  Will post tracking numbers once available
Guru Master of the Minions

Alcohol, Tobacco, & Firearms should be a convenience store, not a department of our government!

Gunga galunga ... gunga, gunga-lagunga." - Carl Spackler

Education is important, cigars are importanter!

I like long walks, especially when they're taken by people who annoy me





Cfickter

Gentlemen
The cigars are leaving today, here are the USPS tracking numbers.  They should have plenty of time to rest before your reviews are due
Bruce - 9405803699300723984090
Kevin - 9405803699300723984106
David - 9405803699300723984113
Brad - 9405803699300723984120
Gary - 9405803699300723984137

thanks again for stepping up and taking on this tough assignment
Guru Master of the Minions

Alcohol, Tobacco, & Firearms should be a convenience store, not a department of our government!

Gunga galunga ... gunga, gunga-lagunga." - Carl Spackler

Education is important, cigars are importanter!

I like long walks, especially when they're taken by people who annoy me





Brlesq

Thanks for sponsoring this Chuck.  Looking forward to it!
Bruce
Chief Enabler 
Guru of Decorum & Sarcasm


Hey! How come Habana is written on here with a Sharpie ?!?

A day without whiskey is like . . . just kidding, I have no idea!


klamm143

Yes SIR!!! Thank you Brother - I'll be setting up shop by the mailbox....................
Kevin R. Lamm

It is what it is - and these things too shall pass. It may pass like a kidney stone - but IT WILL PASS.

Vroomp

Guru of Not Following the Rules


Cigar smoking knows no politics. It's about the pursuit of pleasure, taste, and aroma. -Anon

When you are dead, you don't know that you are dead. It is difficult only for the others.
It is the same when you are stupid....



Deener27

Got the cigars this afternoon.  Nice looking critique cigar.  Thanks for the great hitchers too!

Looking forward to it.


"Sometimes you eat the bear, and sometimes the bear, well, he eats you." The Stranger

"Judge Smails: You know, you should play with Dr. Beeper and myself. I mean, he's been club champion for three years running and I'm no slouch myself.

"You may run like Mays, but you hit like !@#$." ~Lou Brown in Major League

"Looks like you have El Hosel, the laterals—you know, the S-word" ~ Romeo in Tin Cup

klamm143

Yupp - Exactly.........What David just said.
Hope everyone had/has a Great and Safe Holiday.
Now - I'm off to make smoke and ash of that "hitcher".
Kevin R. Lamm

It is what it is - and these things too shall pass. It may pass like a kidney stone - but IT WILL PASS.

Cfickter

OK, that is three of the fiver you have received them!
Guru Master of the Minions

Alcohol, Tobacco, & Firearms should be a convenience store, not a department of our government!

Gunga galunga ... gunga, gunga-lagunga." - Carl Spackler

Education is important, cigars are importanter!

I like long walks, especially when they're taken by people who annoy me





Brlesq

Sorry I forgot to post it after mentioning it to you on the herf the other night:  Package received and thanks again for your generosity on this one!
Bruce
Chief Enabler 
Guru of Decorum & Sarcasm


Hey! How come Habana is written on here with a Sharpie ?!?

A day without whiskey is like . . . just kidding, I have no idea!


Cfickter

QuoteBrlesq - 11/25/2018  11:40 AM  Sorry I forgot to post it after mentioning it to you on the herf the other night:  Package received and thanks again for your generosity on this one!

Yep, I was counting you as in based on our herf conversation, thanks 
Guru Master of the Minions

Alcohol, Tobacco, & Firearms should be a convenience store, not a department of our government!

Gunga galunga ... gunga, gunga-lagunga." - Carl Spackler

Education is important, cigars are importanter!

I like long walks, especially when they're taken by people who annoy me





Vroomp

Got mine and the extra 1,  Thanks again Chuck~!!!
Guru of Not Following the Rules


Cigar smoking knows no politics. It's about the pursuit of pleasure, taste, and aroma. -Anon

When you are dead, you don't know that you are dead. It is difficult only for the others.
It is the same when you are stupid....



Cfickter

QuoteVroomp - 11/26/2018  2:24 PM  Got mine and the extra 1,  Thanks again Chuck~!!!

 OK great, thanks Brad
Looks like everyone has received their cigars.  Enjoy them.  I will send out a reminder after the first of the year about the due date

Guru Master of the Minions

Alcohol, Tobacco, & Firearms should be a convenience store, not a department of our government!

Gunga galunga ... gunga, gunga-lagunga." - Carl Spackler

Education is important, cigars are importanter!

I like long walks, especially when they're taken by people who annoy me





Cfickter

OK reviewers, just a reminder critiques will be due no later than the 25th.  Let me know if you have any issues
Guru Master of the Minions

Alcohol, Tobacco, & Firearms should be a convenience store, not a department of our government!

Gunga galunga ... gunga, gunga-lagunga." - Carl Spackler

Education is important, cigars are importanter!

I like long walks, especially when they're taken by people who annoy me





headfirst

Mine is in, thanks again Chuck, really enjoyed this one.
When I have found intense pain relieved, a weary brain soothed, and calm, refreshing sleep obtained by a cigar, I have felt grateful to God, and have blessed His name...
-Charles Spurgeon

http://www.cigargeeks.com/index.php?action=humidors;area=public;member=headfirst

Brlesq

Mine was submitted about 10 days ago.  Thanks again for including me on this one Chuck!
Bruce
Chief Enabler 
Guru of Decorum & Sarcasm


Hey! How come Habana is written on here with a Sharpie ?!?

A day without whiskey is like . . . just kidding, I have no idea!



   
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