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Nat Sherman Suave

Suave is a bold claim, but the Nat Sherman Suave ($7), with its creamy Connecticut wrapper and slight sweetness, may just live up to it's name. It also comes in one of the most beautiful boxes we've ever seen. Try snagging an empty from your local shop if you can.

Te-Amo World Selection Series

Good cigars don't have to cost a lot and the World Selection Series from Te-Amo ($4) is a great example of that. Featuring four different blends in a variety of shapes and sizes, you'll be sure to find one that fits your tastes. Their latest, the Cuban blend uses a Criollo filler.

Eels: Hombre Lobo

Yeah, it's not exactly a cigar, lighter or humidor, but there's something vaguely familiar about the cover of Hombre Lobo, the latest from the Eels.

Humidor PC

While moisture and electronics don't usually work too well together, Jefferey Stephenson managed to combine the two in his humidor server. Keep both your cigars and you data at optimal humidity.

Shop of the week: The Cigar Box, Columbia, SC

If you're down south between Atlanta and Charlotte, stop by The Cigar Box in Columbia, SC. It's not the biggest or oldest shop in the world, but they have an excellent selection and plenty of leather chairs. They're also one of the only places in the city where people are free to smoke indoors, as Columbia was subject recently to a draconian smoking ban. Stop in for a smoke and escape the looming southern sun. (Editor's note: If you have a shop you'd like featured on the site, contact us using the link at the top of the page.)

Gurkha G3

There's full bodied cigars, and then there's the Gurkha G3 ($10). Made with Nicaraguan ligero and a bit of Cameroon in the wrapper, this cigar is not for the timid, empty-stomached or, well, anyone who isn't presently nestled into a big, soft chair.

Victorinox Swiss Army Cigar Knife

We're not sure how many cigars the average Swiss soldier smokes, but if this knife ($50) is part of their standard issue kit, it might be a lot, and we might consider enlisting. It features the standard blade, scissors and file of most Swiss Army knives, but it also has three laser sharpened hole punches.

The Great Smoke 2009

The Great Smoke ($150) is back for 2009 on Feb. 21. Held in West Palm Beach, FL this one day events features forty premium cigar brands, food, drink, massages and a lot more. Definitely worth a trip to Florida.

The Stinky Cigar Ashtray

The floor ashtray ($75) from Stinky Cigar is not only a piece of great design (for an ashtray), but is one of the more functional and practical ashtrays we've seen. Featuring a deep bowl and wide stirrups, it will accommodate and protect just about any size cigar. A great addition to man caves and shops alike.

Los Imperialistas

Another new cigar from Don Pepin, Los Imperialistas ($7) feature a Cuban-seed Nicaraguan wrapper. Even though it is new, this smoke feels like an old, old brand. Chalk that up to the expertise of Pepin.

Cigar Afficionado's Big Smoke In Foxwoods

Another Big Smoke ($240) from Cigar Aficionado. This time, it's being held April 18 at the MGM Grand in Foxwoods. Proceeds will go to aid the fight of prostate cancer. Cigars, gambling, and a good cause--just about the perfect event.

Xikar FlintFire Lighter

Do you like the purity of butane but miss the gentle flame of an ordinary fuel lighter? The FlintFire ($80) from Xikar offers the best of both worlds. Using a flint ignition system, this lighter creates a flame from clean burning butane, so you can still light cigars without contamination and light cigarttes without singeing your eyebrows.

Ted's Made By Hand

Ted's Made by Hand (8$) are, in fact hand made and come in either habano maduro or Connecticut shade leaf wrappers. They use a DR binder and an interesting blend of fillers featuring Brazilian and Peruvian tobacco. Worth checking out just for the great packaging alone.

IPCPR Convention and Trade Show

The king of all cigar events is also one of the most exclusive. The 77th annual International Premium Cigar and Pipe Retailer Association convention will be held in New Orleans  August 8-12, 2009. A free event open only to retailers and other industry types, this four day extravaganza will showcase the latest in cigar and cigar related technology. If you're in the business, you have to go. If you're not, start your scheming for tickets now.