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Top 6 Places to Buy Cigars Online

By Gary Manelski, About.com

Although there are many online cigar retailers, I highly recommend the following companies which I have personally found to offer superior service. Each company may offer cigars or accessories not available at other companies, but all carry the major brands. However, it always pays to shop around, because you will find some large price differences for the same cigar at different retailers. For one example, check the price of the Baccarat Luchadores at both Thompson Cigar and at Famous Smoke.

1. Famous Smoke Shop

Located in Pennsylvania, this is my favorite place to purchase cigars on-line. The cigars for sale are described very well, and are reviewed and rated by customers. Lots of sampler packs and special offers. Join their email list or get the free catalog mailed to you. Lowest prices I've seen on some brands, but the competition is catching up.

2. Cigars International

Located in Pennsylvania, this is a great place to purchase cigars on-line. Lots of special deals and sampler packs. Also offers a free catalog and a popular email list with weekly and 1-day specials.

3. Thompson Cigar

Located in Florida, this is the first on-line retailer that I used to purchase cigars. I also purchased my second humidor from Thompson. The company also promotes their own house brands of cigars, and offers many essential cigar accessories. Get their free catalog, but always check prices on national brands against other cigar retailers.

4. JR Cigar

If you are looking for machine made cigars, this is the place to go. JR also offers imported hand rolled cigars, and some brands are priced almost as low as machine made stogies. Located in North Carolina, they claim to be the world's largest cigar dealer.

5. TNT Cigars

Located in Arizona, this cigar retailer features a modest selection of premium brands at lower everyday prices than many of the others. Although choices are somewhat limited, if you can find your favorite cigar, you can save a few bucks.

6. Finck Cigar

Located in Texas, Finck offers all the major brands in addition to some of their own.

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