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    Hi Everyone, as mentioned in my introduction post, BOTL needs quite a bit of updating, patching and whatever else I might come across. Over time BOTL may be unreachable on occasion as I do migrations or updates, etc. Just be patient - we'll be back! I'll generally try to keep these maintenances until later in the evenings.

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  1. vperlman

    Rotation

    I know I should, but it's just too much of a pain in the ass. I have 3 coolers in my basement, plus 3 large desk humidors in various locations, plus a bunch of traveldors that may or may not have any sticks in them at any given time.
  2. vperlman

    Cigar Ratings of Same Blend dif Sizes???

    "Also, the actual shape of a cigar effects the flavors." Definitely --- try a taste test some time. The results are fascinating.
  3. vperlman

    NEXT WEEK IS MY BIRTHDAY! I need cigar suggestions.

    This is all SO subjective, but FWIW, the best cigar I have had recently is the 50th Anniversary edition of the Torano Exodus 1959 Gold Label in the torpedo shape. This year's release of Anejos has been excellent (for a change), but the really need a couple of years in the humidor to reach their...
  4. vperlman

    V Cut

    Be sure to try the V-cutter on a torpedo. Works great.
  5. vperlman

    Need recomendation off Excaliber

    Tell him to try a maduro Rocky Patel Edge.
  6. vperlman

    Xikar Executive

    It does, which is its primary flaw.
  7. vperlman

    You guys decide...

    :applause: Amen, bro.
  8. vperlman

    Most reliable butane lighter

    From everything I have heard, that means that the folks in Europe are lucky! :rolling:
  9. vperlman

    My choice of lighter

    AND, if they don't like the classic lighter fluid system, they can always replace the workings with a torch butane (Z-plus) or soft butane (Vector) flame.
  10. vperlman

    Most reliable butane lighter

    I really have to disagree about the Blazers, especially the PB-207. They USED to be great, but their quality control seems to have gone to hell in recent years. A couple of friends of mine and I have all had several of these, each, crap out and/or start out not working right over the past...
  11. vperlman

    Most reliable butane lighter

  12. vperlman

    My choice of lighter

    Don't be deterred. Use your Zippo, fill it with Zippo brand lighter fluid, and let the flame burn for about a second before holding it near your cigar. You will never detect any change in the cigar's flavor. A bunch of friends of mine and I all tried it and all came to the same conclusion: no...
  13. vperlman

    Casa Magna Oscuro

    I liked the original CM, but there was no way it was Cigar of the Year, at least IMO. I like dark wrappers, though, so I'll definitely give the Oscuro a shot when I can get my sticky little fingers on one.
  14. vperlman

    What is this? (Looks like a puncher)

    Yup, what he said. :thumbsup:
  15. vperlman

    Any Irish Whiskey drinkers?

    I'm a Bushmill's guy, personally. The regular, white label stuff does me fine, although Black Bush and single malt are great, too. For a budget drink Tullamore Dew and Powers are OK, IMO. I prefer it cut with cold water about 1:1, no ice. FWIW. Of course, if you want to try the high priced...
  16. vperlman

    Xikar Executive

    I have both the Executive and the Tiger (a couple of them) and can't find any differences. BTW, be sure to get the free case from Xikar for the Executive, because they scratch if you just look at them funny. :yes:
  17. vperlman

    Cases for Big Ring Gauges?

    Yeah, I was politely avoiding pointing that out... :cbig:
  18. vperlman

    Cases for Big Ring Gauges?

    Boy, I wish I had been able to read your post before ordering. I got the 3-finger burgundy case for $20. You really do get what you pay for. Quality is crappy, and as you say, it smells. The outside smells like recently tanned leather, which is OK, but the inside smells a different kind of...
  19. vperlman

    Tatuaje Face thread...

    And just think of how many cigars you could put away during 10 hours of driving... :thumbsup:
  20. vperlman

    Zippo Blu

    You are the first, last and only person I have ever heard of who has had good experiences with the Blu.
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