Private Stock (Davidoff 2nds)

[Research-Colin-cl]

hmmm, yes, I would like a bundle but begging... I'll have to think about how much I want them. Thanks for the link.
C

[siepattu-cl]

Originally Posted by Research-Colin

hmmm, yes, I would like a bundle but begging... I'll have to think about how much I want them. Thanks for the link.
C

I just ordered some more, both PCs and Robustos.
Offer is still open, sans begging

[siepattu-cl]

I just got a bundle of these and PCs.

They are very diffirent from the last batch!
The wrapper is much darker, I haven't tasted them yet. But will do so in a couple of days.
There are also many more flaws on the wrappers (sunspots(?), color variance and blotches)

I hope that the demand hasn't ruined these gems!

[Research-Colin-cl]

Hmm, I'm not sure what to think. I'll hold judgement until I hear how they smoke. I'll be keeping my fingers crossed because this is my favorite bundle.

[siepattu-cl]

Well, you'll have to wait until next weekend.

I'll try to get them out on Monday. They should arrive to you by Friday.

I have two Robustos and one PC from the new batch and one PC from the last batch (I just had 2 left ), with your name on them.

Plus I'll add one of my favorite robusto from Honduras, which I hope you like. And maybe write some opinions here, to get the word out. Because to say I really like them is an understatement if there ever was one.

[Research-Colin-cl]

Thanks Buddy,
I just attended a launch event in London (of a brand which I shall not name and a new line that I also shall not name - but I suspect you know what I'm talking about) so I have something to send back to you. Have you tried the new shipment of robustos yet? Maybe we could both do reviews and compare notes?
Best-

[ggiese-cl]

Originally Posted by Research-Colin

Private Stock is a bundle/cheap box (depending on where you buy it) that is made by Davidoff. They don't put their name on it but these are great sticks. I bought some in duty free Malta and they tasted exactly like the $30 Davidoff sticks. I just got some from the US and they came in a box, unlike the bundle from malta, and they had an ugly little band on 'em. I loved the first bundle that i had so I hope this one is as good. They're very creamy with a mouthful of smoke and some interesting flavors all delivered with perfect construction and a smooth consistency. I have only had the Churchills (#1s) so I'd love to see what others have thought.

They are similar to but definitely not the same as true Davidoff's (they use "ungraded" tobacco in the PS's). Certainly a lot cheaper, but there's a definite reason for that - you will not get the consistency or the Hendrick Kelner attention you would with a Davidoff. It's a means for the factory to distribute tobaccos they wouldn't want to use in their flagship Davidoff, Griffin or Avo cigar lines.

If you like the PS's - try Special Blend (SB) - another cheap Davidoff produced product distributed by Alec Bradley.

[siepattu-cl]

Originally Posted by Research-Colin

Thanks Buddy,
I just attended a launch event in London (of a brand which I shall not name and a new line that I also shall not name - but I suspect you know what I'm talking about) so I have something to send back to you. Have you tried the new shipment of robustos yet? Maybe we could both do reviews and compare notes?
Best-

I can try, but to be honest I don't see myself so experienced that anyone should take any of my reviews too serious.

BTW. I'm smoking a PC of the new batch as I type. They are still very nice!

[siepattu-cl]

Originally Posted by ggiese

They are similar to but definitely not the same as true Davidoff's (they use "ungraded" tobacco in the PS's). Certainly a lot cheaper, but there's a definite reason for that - you will not get the consistency or the Hendrick Kelner attention you would with a Davidoff. It's a means for the factory to distribute tobaccos they wouldn't want to use in their flagship Davidoff, Griffin or Avo cigar lines.

If you like the PS's - try Special Blend (SB) - another cheap Davidoff produced product distributed by Alec Bradley.

These are Private Stock:



These are just called 'Bundles' from where I buy them. Some place (Spain, Portugal) they call them 'Davidoff bundles':


These taste very much like real Davidoffs. The only thing I noticed are blemishes and color variance.
But for 2$ for a PC, 2.55$ for a Robusto and 2.70$ for a Churchill one can't complain ibble:.

I am seriously thinking of buying a few hundred of every size and put them in my tupperdor which I have no use for at the moment.

It would be nice to try them with about 2-3 years of age on them.

[Research-Colin-cl]

I agree with you, I don't really have the space for that but it is a cigar who's value you can't beat. Too bad you don't live in England Siepattu! Then again, with our weather, you're probably lucky not to.

[siepattu-cl]

I smoked a PC and Robusto from the new ones, we have NO problems Colin!
They are all good!ibble:

Just a little more blotches and color variance.

[Tony-cl]

Originally Posted by siepattu

I smoked one of these today.
To me it seems that all of these I posted tastes the same.
I am ofcourse no expert and have a untrained palate but these are all the same I think, these are in tubes. The color of the wrapper and costruction is the same.

I have just recently discovered this line of cigars, and I think they are pretty good. Real earthy! I have smoked several Davidoffs and the 3 x 3 are right on target. Especially for the price. I will keep my humi stocked with these guys on a regular basis. The 4 x 4s are great as well. I will save the labeled Davidoffs for special occasions only, as I already do.

[LouZava]

Hey guys, well these "Private Stock" sound good, to try. Question is, are you guys getting the Maduro or the Naturals? For instance the #11's (robusto) look good on the "Famous" website, but again which one? Thanks

[cigarman-cl]

lots of good information here

[Research-Colin-cl]

Regarding the ones from famous... I ordered some from there and they were the ones with the bands - not the good ones. Make sure that if you order them they are the bundle in cello. I don't know if any US retailers have them. There is a picture below. Also in this stick there is no maduro. If there is a maduro option, it is probably a different product. Unfortunately there is quite a variety of stuff with the same/similar names now so be careful when you buy.

Originally Posted by LouZava

Hey guys, well these "Private Stock" sound good, to try. Question is, are you guys getting the Maduro or the Naturals? For instance the #11's (robusto) look good on the "Famous" website, but again which one? Thanks