mt1 Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 I like dress boxes. The reality for me is half of my SLBs are a total pain to open and that's enough for me to prefer dress boxes. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skypilot Posted February 6, 2020 Share Posted February 6, 2020 I like the colors and art on the dress box. I don't mind the SLB but as others have mentioned can be tough open. I only have one SLB that opens easily. Reaching for a knife or screwdriver to pry the lid open makes me nervous.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Derboesekoenig Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 10 hours ago, BrightonCorgi said: Dress boxes are just as old Ahh yes you're absolutely right. I guess there's just something about bare wood that is attractive to me. Please don't take that the wrong way lol 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrightonCorgi Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 16 minutes ago, Derboesekoenig said: Ahh yes you're absolutely right. I guess there's just something about bare wood that is attractive to me. Please don't take that the wrong way lol I dig them too especially the older ones with the thicker wood. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dynamo320 Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 No preference really but it really pisses me off when I’m not careful with a bent nail and it pierces through the foot of one of the cigars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Squiggler Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 I tend to associate my cigars with the boxes they come in, so I initially felt inclined to vote for dress boxes simply because more of the cigars I love come in dress boxes or varnished flip-tops. On the other hand, when I have a choice, I tend to go for a SLB, so that's where I put my vote. Oh, sweet ambivalence. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Puros Y Vino Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 While there are some very attractive dress boxes, I prefer the simplicity and durability of a cabinet. Plus, the warning stickers are easier to peel off on cabs. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wineguy Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 On 2/5/2020 at 7:26 PM, TBird55 said: SLB's especially in a 50 cab... +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrightonCorgi Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 11 hours ago, bdw1984 said: SLB, space not considered. I prefer round cigars. They're not all round in cabs. The ribbon can really deform several cigars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SCgarman Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 36 minutes ago, BrightonCorgi said: They're not all round in cabs. The ribbon can really deform several cigars. That may be true in some instances with the ribbon. But if you wish to debate the fact that the cigars are not "round" in slide lid boxes you would be incorrect. They are indeed round and not box pressed. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dcbuss Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 I get a different feeling of anticipation opening a dress box...and I think the aura of seeing dress boxes in a humidor gives off a better impression. So I voted dress box. BUT it must be said that, I’ve inherited dress boxes from family members in the last 2 years...some taken care of well, some not. and the aroma from a significantly older dress box well maintained is kinda un-mistakable. Whereas the few slide lids that I’ve inherited didn’t have that issue. So even in perusing FOH auctions, I always tend to scroll past dress boxes. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corylax18 Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 I voted SLB, but the type of box isn't a deal breaker for me. I slightly prefer SLBs, but in the end, I don't think there's a huge difference. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chibearsv Posted February 7, 2020 Share Posted February 7, 2020 SLB; Opening them is like sliding the curtain open to a surprise, no nail required for shutting the box completely, and less chance for damaging that first cigar trying to pull it out of a too tightly packed box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
... Posted February 8, 2020 Share Posted February 8, 2020 I prefer varnished 898 boxes for aesthetic reasons but I slightly prefer slb over dress or sbn boxes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post The Squiggler Posted February 8, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted February 8, 2020 ...surprised nobody has mentioned the classic glass-top boxes most of the ultra premium CCs are served up in. These are the obvious choice. 2 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Habana Mike Posted February 8, 2020 Share Posted February 8, 2020 Cabs first for me when an option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Piligrim Posted February 8, 2020 Share Posted February 8, 2020 SLB is better for cigars, but more difficult for placing in my storage. IMO Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tstew75 Posted February 8, 2020 Share Posted February 8, 2020 Fiddy Cabz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FireMedic Posted February 8, 2020 Share Posted February 8, 2020 I just prefer the look of the cabs. Also prefer 50 but not as many options anymore sadly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ohbob976 Posted February 8, 2020 Share Posted February 8, 2020 slb. I think they might age better? having a tighter seal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mossome Posted February 9, 2020 Share Posted February 9, 2020 I prefer SLBs. There is just something sexy about sliding the lid off and seeing that bundle of cigars cinched by a yellow ribbon. I always have a small twinge of regret when I slide the first one out and spoil the perfection. However, it’s kind of a moot question. The box is just a conveyance. The cigar is what makes the decision for me. I buy the cigar I want, and take it in whatever box it comes in. Probably my favorite go to cigar is the HU2, and it only comes in a dress box, so I’ve got a bunch of them. The only one I know that you have a choice is the BBF, and all the ones I’ve purchased were SLBs. Any insight into why HSA offers them in both formats? I originally thought it was probably a specific market preferred one over the other, but if that’s the case, why aren’t there others with an option? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chibearsv Posted February 9, 2020 Share Posted February 9, 2020 On 2/7/2020 at 9:59 PM, The Squiggler said: ...surprised nobody has mentioned the classic glass-top boxes most of the ultra premium CCs are served up in. These are the obvious choice. Especially since I'd guess most of us have purchased the glass top premium cigars at one point ....hands? Mines up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shrody234 Posted February 10, 2020 Share Posted February 10, 2020 Like my kids, one is easy and one is difficult (SLB never slides easily), but I love them both equally ? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
renos Posted February 15, 2020 Share Posted February 15, 2020 I love the construction and function of SLB's but appreciate both the space created and nostalgia of a dress box Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlueRidgeFly Posted February 15, 2020 Share Posted February 15, 2020 SLB's. I'll make 'em fit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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