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June/July, 2001 |
Stars of Hollywood
Zippo has released a line of Hollywood-themed lighters, led by the 2001 Collectible of the Year. The tenth in a series of limited-edition Collectibles of the Year, "Hollywood's Leading Light" pays homage to one of the most coveted and recognized symbols of Hollywood. The pink terrazzo star that graces the Hollywood Walk of Fame is replicated in the cloisonne emblem and custom keepsake tin. The lighter also features Zippo's newest gold dust finish, exclusive to this year's collectible. Other lines in the Stars of Hollywood collection include the Hollywood Legends and Hollywood Icons; each is packaged in a "click clack" tin and custom sleeve. Zippo Manufacturing Co., Bradford, Penn., (814) 369-2700. |
Zino Cigar Scissors
Davidoff offers two versions of its high-grade stainless steel cigar scissors: Bicolor with an attractive satinized surface, and Titanium/Anthracite, the first titanized scissors on the market with an extremely hard surface. Both models feature handles with special spacing blocks for maximum comfort and deliver outstanding cutting quality. Continuous numbering guarantees uniqueness. Each pair of scissors is delivered in a presentation box. An optional black leather case is available to protect the scissors surface. Davidoff of Geneva, Stamford, Conn, (800) 232-8436. |
Strong Mints From Bahia
Looking for a great impulse item to stock by the register? Bahia Cigars now offers Bahia Mints, an ideal add-on item to any tobacco shop transaction. These ultra-strong mini-mints are ideally suited for after-smoking refreshment, and are sold in individual tins packaged in 24 to a box - a fine, handmade traditional cigar box especially designed to display the mints. Suggested retail, $3.50/tin. Tony Borhani Cigars, Inc., San Diego, Calif., Tel: (858) 458-0118. |
Trojan, Titan Lighters from Prometheus
Prometheus has introduced two new laser-flame jet turbo lighters. The Trojan features a combination rocking-action cover/ignition mechanism and a large, indicator-type fuel gauge. Six finishes are available: satin silver, gun metal, satin nickel/gun metal, satin chrome, black matte/chrome, and black matte/gun metal. Suggested retail is $59.95. The Titan features a flip-top cap and separate ignition button and see-through fuel gauge. It is offered in either silver, gun metal, satin gold, satin chrome, black matte/chrome, or black matte/gun metal finishes. Titan carries a suggested retail price of $49.95. Prometheus International, Inc., Bell, Calif., Tel: (323) 261-7200. |
A Humidor for Everyone
International Development Corp. (IDC) offers a wide variety of quality humidors at numerous price points. Basic models feature fine gold plated brass quadrant hinges and precision woodworking to assure a tight seal, Spanish cedar lining, humidification elements, and hygrometers, in 25 or 50-count configurations. Finishes include dark burlwood and cherrywood. Specialty models included the Hunter, a 75-count, high gloss hunting theme humidor with burlwood finish; the Presidential, a 100-count beveled glass top united with burlwood inlay design, large external hygrometer, lock and keys; and the Indulgence, a 500-count black burlwood humidor with stand, glass display, six large humidifiers, double cedar trays, accessory drawers, and lock and key. International Development Corp., Southlake, Texas, (888) 377-5377. |
Csonka Compact Retail Display
Csonka Cigar Requisites offers a very compact countertop retail display that occupies only one square foot of counter space and displays a full selection of the company's travel humidors. The unit accommodates 12 each of the company's Cigar Travelers (4-5 cigars) and Pocket Humidors (2-3 cigars), 4 Cigar Valets (12-14 cigars), and 24 Modular Humidor Accessory Kits. The top of the display has snap-fit spaces that hold samples of all three cases. The company offers a retail introductory package for to new accounts. Csonka Cigar Requisites, Plainsboro, N.J., Tel: (609) 514-2766. |
Pocket Guide to Cigar Brands
The number of cigar brands on the market has dropped from its peak several years ago, but there are still plenty to catalog, and the editors at Perelman's Pocket Cyclopedia of Cigars continues to do just that. The guide, now in its seventh year, provides critical details of 1,109 brands, or over 5,000 frontmarks, including country of origin of tobaccos; sizes; and shapes. Other sections include primers on various cigar basics (construction, shapes); new brands introduced and existing brands that were discontinued; bios on classic cigars; and numerous other resources. Separate sections chronical handmade, mass-market, and little cigars. The guide makes a great in-store resource and must-have for the true cigar fanatic. Perelman Pioneer & Company, Los Angeles, Calif. (323) 965-4900. |
SMOKESHOP - June/July 2001
