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Cigar Snob
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sept / oct 2014
Bestmusical
performance
Arturo SAndovAl And rocky PAtel
After a few days of just about any kind of trade
show, the whole thing starts to wear on you.
That is, until something unexpected happens,
and the show feels fresh again. That’s what hap-
Best accessory
Fuente Fuente oPuSX cuFFlinkS
We know! It’s not exactly a cigar accessory, but
how could you not love these? They debuted
last year, but were only being made in an ultra-
limited quantity.
This year, we learned that production is being
continued with the Santayana family of jewelers,
who are based in Miami. Made from ten molded
pieces and hand-painted, each is a one-of-a-
kind piece. These aren’t being sold directly to
consumers. So if you want to get your wrists on
a pair, just ask your neighborhood tobacconist
to get in touch with their Fuente representative.
pened when Rocky Patel’s corner of the IPCPR
universe turned into a party. Trumpet legend
Arturo Sandoval had wandered from his buddy
Carlito Fuente’s booth and was compelled to get
on Rocky Patel’s keyboard when he heard Rocky
banging on his cajón, a musical instrument whose
name translates literally to “big box.” It was the
perfect way to bump up the tempo, especially
since Rocky’s cajón doubles as perhaps the
coolest dual-purpose humidor around.
Best newtimepiece
colibri MonzA And colibri SteAlth
These are the first ever Colibri brand watches.
If you’re drawn to the classic form and mod-
ern functionality of Colibri accessories, you
might just be the kind of guy who wants one of
these London-designed watches on his wrist.
Both designs are sporty, seemingly inspired by
high-tech auto racing designs, but maintaining
a certain understated cool factor (although you
might opt for one of the funkier band colors).
The Monza sells for about $195, while the Stealth
(a chronograph watch) will set you back $250.
Excellent gifts for the punctual smoker.
