Opus X?

cajun · 08-12-2011, 03:28 PM

Are they really that good. Never had one so I thought I'd give it a shot. Can anyone recommend a online shop that has them in stock. Tried several places but all were sold out. There has to be a site that has a single left somewhere.

Fordman4ever · 08-12-2011, 03:31 PM

I've only had one and I would like to find some more. My local B&M used to have some and thats where I got the one that I had, but they don't have anymore.

3SmokesaRound · 08-12-2011, 03:32 PM

Most online shops seem to mark these up quite drastically. At least where I've seen them online. You might be better off spending a little more time around here and doors might possibly begin to open for you

pektel · 08-12-2011, 03:34 PM

My honest opinion - Are they good? Yep, with some age. I haven't had many, but there are so many good cigars out there that I don't think they are worth the hype. Give me a Hemingway WOAM or Don Carlos instead.

But I do have the palate of a goat.

08-12-2011, 03:43 PM

I like them with 3+ years on them. They tend to calm down a lot and they are much more balanced with age. I really can't handle them fresh at all. Over the top spice/woodiness.

The Poet · 08-12-2011, 03:47 PM

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Originally Posted by cajun

Are they really that good.

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Originally Posted by pektel

My honest opinion - Are they good? Yep, with some age. I haven't had many, but there are so many good cigars out there that I don't think they are worth the hype. Give me a Hemingway WOAM or Don Carlos instead.

But I do have the palate of a goat.

Yes, and yes again. They can be good, but IMHO are overpriced and overhyped. You should find one to try, but when I overpay for a cigar I prefer a VSG. Just my

, and worth every penny.

jesseboston81 · 08-12-2011, 03:54 PM

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Originally Posted by The Poet

but when I overpay for a cigar I prefer a VSG

WittyUserName · 08-12-2011, 04:05 PM

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Originally Posted by jesseboston81

HAHAHA, I have not had one yet, but it is on my list.

Edit: I meant the VSG

The Poet · 08-12-2011, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by jesseboston81

Jesse, you finally found my invisible avatar!!

scottdurand · 08-12-2011, 04:39 PM

Cajun make the drive to the shop here in Lafayette and I will share one with you.

hscmit · 08-12-2011, 04:44 PM

excellent job on the vsg meme

some of the opus are worth it to me, but not to others

like you will hear lots of times like what you smoke, smoke what you like.

it is worth tracking one down to try, but I wouldnt pay what some of these online places charge for them

Angry_Pirate · 08-12-2011, 05:04 PM

Haven't had a horrible one yet! I agree they can be high priced online. Limited Editions usually aren't as limited as what they make it sound like.

bruceolee · 08-12-2011, 05:10 PM

They're pretty good but for the price......eh. Let me put it this way

Opus x vs Padron 1964 anny? Padron

Opus X vs Ashton VSG? VSG

Opus X vs Bolivar PC? Bolivar

You can see where I'm going with this. If I'm at my B&M and they're in AND at retail value then I may pick up a few but it's rare. I'd rather invest my money on international investments.

These are jut opinions and all taste is subjective so the fun of cigars is the discovery of smokes you like, love, or hate. The best advice I can give is buy some and find out if you like them. Either way it's always fun.

Pat1075 · 08-12-2011, 05:20 PM

I like them and I think they are worth the coin, I also like VSG and ESG. Wait till your B&M has them back in stock probably will be sometime around christmas, by then they will probably have anejos as well. But that is just one mans opinion. Are they superior to Padron Anniverio? No, just very different.

08-12-2011, 06:24 PM

An Opus with 3-5 years on it is one of the best cigars you can smoke IMO
Padrons are also very good if you want to smoke fresh
VSG? Good but not in the same class IMO, good cigar for the money though

Fordman4ever · 08-12-2011, 07:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Pat1075

I like them and I think they are worth the coin, I also like VSG and ESG. Wait till your B&M has them back in stock probably will be sometime around christmas, by then they will probably have anejos as well. But that is just one mans opinion. Are they superior to Padron Anniverio? No, just very different.

My 2 favorite cigars. I haven't had an Anejo in a while but I love them.

jsnake · 08-12-2011, 08:20 PM

Some good complexity but I have had better $5 cigars. I just don't think they are worth the price. I guess to elaborate nothing struck me as being better compared to really good cheap cigars. I think you are paying for the hype and availability. I had construction issues especially with the burn. The flavors are really good though but I personally won't buy these. If I get a trade, bomb, or pass I will gladly smoke them but I won't go hunting them down.

JJG · 08-13-2011, 07:25 PM

I love them. While its true that there are other good or better cigars available for less, that doesn't mean they taste the same. The Opus definitely has a unique flavor which I really enjoy.

The only cigar that tastes the same to me is the LG by Litto Gomez. It's still a pricey cigar, but cheaper than the Opus. I haven't bought an Opus X since I found the LG

If you have never had one though, I still recommend them.

08-14-2011, 08:10 AM

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Originally Posted by JJG

I love them. While its true that there are other good or better cigars available for less, that doesn't mean they taste the same. The Opus definitely has a unique flavor which I really enjoy.

The only cigar that tastes the same to me is the LG by Litto Gomez. It's still a pricey cigar, but cheaper than the Opus. I haven't bought an Opus X since I found the LG

If you have never had one though, I still recommend them.

They are one of if not the most unique cigar out there IMO. The smell of the wrapper smells like nothing else out there, and the aroma of the smoke is very special as well.

x man · 08-14-2011, 08:22 AM

I`ve been smoking them since 1995.

I always have 3 or 4 different sizes. But it costs the same
to send u one cigar or 5 or 10. How far are you from Lafayette.

08-12-2011, 03:28 PM	#1
cajun Just in from the Storm Join Date: Jul 2011 First Name: David Location: Basile, Louisiana Posts: 19 Trading: (0)	Opus X? Are they really that good. Never had one so I thought I'd give it a shot. Can anyone recommend a online shop that has them in stock. Tried several places but all were sold out. There has to be a site that has a single left somewhere.

08-12-2011, 03:31 PM	#2
Fordman4ever Redneck driving a ricer!! Join Date: Dec 2010 First Name: Earl Location: A place too cold to smoke outside Posts: 2,508 Trading: (26)	Re: Opus X? I've only had one and I would like to find some more. My local B&M used to have some and thats where I got the one that I had, but they don't have anymore.

08-12-2011, 03:32 PM	#3
3SmokesaRound CCCC Join Date: Apr 2010 First Name: Bill Location: CA Posts: 685 Trading: (48)	Re: Opus X? Most online shops seem to mark these up quite drastically. At least where I've seen them online. You might be better off spending a little more time around here and doors might possibly begin to open for you

08-12-2011, 03:34 PM	#4
pektel I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Jul 2010 First Name: Peter Location: Grand Rapids, MN Posts: 4,320 Trading: (28)	Re: Opus X? My honest opinion - Are they good? Yep, with some age. I haven't had many, but there are so many good cigars out there that I don't think they are worth the hype. Give me a Hemingway WOAM or Don Carlos instead. But I do have the palate of a goat. __________________ The problem is not the problem. The problem is your ATTITUDE about the problem.

08-12-2011, 03:43 PM	#5
ChicagoWhiteSox Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Opus X? I like them with 3+ years on them. They tend to calm down a lot and they are much more balanced with age. I really can't handle them fresh at all. Over the top spice/woodiness.

08-12-2011, 04:39 PM	#10
scottdurand Still Watching My Back Join Date: Dec 2010 First Name: Scott Location: Lafayette, La (Cajun country) Posts: 59 Trading: (0)	Re: Opus X? Cajun make the drive to the shop here in Lafayette and I will share one with you.

08-12-2011, 04:44 PM	#11
hscmit Have My Own Room Join Date: Sep 2010 First Name: James Location: no where Posts: 2,200 Trading: (4)	Re: Opus X? excellent job on the vsg meme some of the opus are worth it to me, but not to others like you will hear lots of times like what you smoke, smoke what you like. it is worth tracking one down to try, but I wouldnt pay what some of these online places charge for them

08-12-2011, 05:04 PM	#12
Angry_Pirate Traveler Join Date: Dec 2010 First Name: J.T. Location: Indiana Posts: 903 Trading: (40)	Re: Opus X? Haven't had a horrible one yet! I agree they can be high priced online. Limited Editions usually aren't as limited as what they make it sound like.

08-12-2011, 05:10 PM	#13
bruceolee King of Rants Join Date: Aug 2009 First Name: Jason Location: South Florida Posts: 1,227 Trading: (1)	Re: Opus X? They're pretty good but for the price......eh. Let me put it this way Opus x vs Padron 1964 anny? Padron Opus X vs Ashton VSG? VSG Opus X vs Bolivar PC? Bolivar You can see where I'm going with this. If I'm at my B&M and they're in AND at retail value then I may pick up a few but it's rare. I'd rather invest my money on international investments. These are jut opinions and all taste is subjective so the fun of cigars is the discovery of smokes you like, love, or hate. The best advice I can give is buy some and find out if you like them. Either way it's always fun. __________________ “When I have found intense pain relieved, a weary brain soothed, and calm, refreshing sleep obtained by a cigar, I have felt grateful to God, and have blessed His name.” Spurgeon

08-12-2011, 05:20 PM	#14
Pat1075 Feeling at Home Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: Patrick Location: Lakewood, OH Posts: 755 Trading: (11)	Re: Opus X? I like them and I think they are worth the coin, I also like VSG and ESG. Wait till your B&M has them back in stock probably will be sometime around christmas, by then they will probably have anejos as well. But that is just one mans opinion. Are they superior to Padron Anniverio? No, just very different.

08-12-2011, 06:24 PM	#15
darkninja67 Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Opus X? An Opus with 3-5 years on it is one of the best cigars you can smoke IMO Padrons are also very good if you want to smoke fresh VSG? Good but not in the same class IMO, good cigar for the money though

08-12-2011, 08:20 PM	#17
jsnake Have My Own Room Join Date: Feb 2010 First Name: Jake Location: Your mom's house Posts: 1,309 Trading: (22)	Re: Opus X? Some good complexity but I have had better $5 cigars. I just don't think they are worth the price. I guess to elaborate nothing struck me as being better compared to really good cheap cigars. I think you are paying for the hype and availability. I had construction issues especially with the burn. The flavors are really good though but I personally won't buy these. If I get a trade, bomb, or pass I will gladly smoke them but I won't go hunting them down. Last edited by jsnake; 08-12-2011 at 08:27 PM.

08-13-2011, 07:25 PM	#18
JJG Have My Own Room Join Date: Jan 2009 First Name: Jeff Location: Houston Posts: 1,260 Trading: (4)	Re: Opus X? I love them. While its true that there are other good or better cigars available for less, that doesn't mean they taste the same. The Opus definitely has a unique flavor which I really enjoy. The only cigar that tastes the same to me is the LG by Litto Gomez. It's still a pricey cigar, but cheaper than the Opus. I haven't bought an Opus X since I found the LG If you have never had one though, I still recommend them.

08-14-2011, 08:22 AM	#20
x man Opus lover since 1995 Join Date: Nov 2009 First Name: X Location: usa Posts: 866 Trading: (24)	Re: Opus X? I`ve been smoking them since 1995. I always have 3 or 4 different sizes. But it costs the same to send u one cigar or 5 or 10. How far are you from Lafayette.