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[mitetak]

So whenever new folks show up to the rolling forum a pretty standard answer is "search the forum" (as it should be). I'm doing exactly that as I get prepared to jump in and eventually start rolling my own cigars. I wanted all of the info in one place so that when I'm ready its easier for me to find. I figured I'd share what I've collected so far. This is by no means complete (or even close to complete) but it'll serve as a starting point if others want to get into rolling. I'll add to it as I come across more interesting threads / information / tutorials / etc. Feel free to suggest additions too!

General searches:
Getting Started: http://www.botl.org/search/13233463/?q=getting+started&t=post&o=date&c[node]=247
Blending: http://www.botl.org/search/12542479/?q=blending&o=relevance&c[node]=247

Links to Vendors
https://www.leafonly.com/
http://www.wholeleaftobacco.com/ (Don)
https://totalleafsupply.com/
http://www.rollerschoice.com/
Larry Butcher : bigbonnerb@yahoo.com - email him to see whats available

Blending Threads
http://www.botl.org/threads/blending-thread.86106/
http://www.botl.org/threads/what-is-your-killer-blend-s.92126/

Interesting Useful Threads
Mojo Thread: http://www.botl.org/threads/mojo.86487/
Adventures: http://www.botl.org/threads/adventures-in-home-rolling.79290/
Planning your Stash: http://www.botl.org/threads/stash.87687/
Show off your aged Stash: http://www.botl.org/threads/the-ripe-stash.89222/
Leaf Deals: http://www.botl.org/threads/leaf-deals.88738/
Leaf Reviews: http://www.botl.org/threads/leaf-reviews.90708/

Rolling Resources (Youtube Videos)
Bliss Cigar Videos (the holy grail)
https://www.youtube.com/blisscigarco

Cigar Rolling equipment sales thread
http://www.botl.org/threads/cigar-rolling-equipment-for-sale.89494/

Getting started kit from Leaf Only (not necessary - but convenient)
https://www.leafonly.com/cigar-tobacco-leaf/tobacco-kits/cigar-rolling-starter-kit

Whole Leaf Blend Kits
https://www.wholeleaftobacco.com/cat/cigar-tobaccos/cigar-blends/

 

[akpreacherplayz]

So whenever new folks show up to the rolling forum a pretty standard answer is "search the forum" (as it should be). I'm doing exactly that as I get prepared to jump in and eventually start rolling my own cigars. I wanted all of the info in one place so that when I'm ready its easier for me to find. I figured I'd share what I've collected so far. This is by no means complete (or even close to complete) but it'll serve as a starting point if others want to get into rolling. I'll add to it as I come across more interesting threads / information / tutorials / etc. Feel free to suggest additions too!

General searches:
Getting Started: http://www.botl.org/search/12449271/?q=getting+started&o=relevance&c[node]=247
Blending: http://www.botl.org/search/12542479/?q=blending&o=relevance&c[node]=247

Links to WLT / LO (leaf vendors)
https://www.leafonly.com/
http://www.wholeleaftobacco.com/

Blending Threads
http://www.botl.org/threads/blending-thread.86106/
http://www.botl.org/threads/what-is-your-killer-blend-s.92126/

Rolling Resources (Youtube Videos)
Bliss Cigar Videos (the holy grail)
https://www.youtube.com/blisscigarco

Cigar Rolling equipment sales thread
http://www.botl.org/threads/cigar-rolling-equipment-for-sale.89494/

This is great thanks

 

[mitetak]

Additions a week later.

 

[mitetak]

More additions / updates

 

[Dominican56]

Mixing glue:
Two tablespoons of water in small remikin
Bring to boil or really hot in microwave
Add half teaspoon of glue powder sprinkling on the water
Stir until dissolved
It’s ready when it cools

 

[mitetak]

Added a few more links

 

[mitetak]

more additions

 

[Marc L]

A new leaf source? ... how much ?

https://www.ebay.com/sch/darrerick_0/m.html?item=253746072505&hash=item3b1471cbb9:g:KFYAAOSwsiZbRm8f&rt=nc&_dmd=2

 

[Gdaddy]

A new leaf source? ... how much ?

https://www.ebay.com/sch/darrerick_0/m.html?item=253746072505&hash=item3b1471cbb9:g:KFYAAOSwsiZbRm8f&rt=nc&_dmd=2

It appears the price is for one ( 1 ) leaf ???

 

[Marc L]

It appears the price is for one ( 1 ) leaf ???

As pictured? then the Havana is for two leaves?

 

[Dominican56]

Fronto is not cigar leaf as we understand it. It’s minimally processed and not fermented

It’s very high in nicotine

 

[Gdaddy]

As pictured? then the Havana is for two leaves?

Appears singular to me. No mention of anything plural, like 'leaves'.

"Havana CT Fronto Leaf is a medium, dark leaf. The flavor and roll quality of this tobacco leaf is right on point, spite the size being slightly smaller!
Connecticut grown tobacco leaf is usually known for being premium cigar wrapper. This is s rare find! High quality leaf at a great price! "

Dimensions:
6-9in x 12-14in Maybe this is the size for each leaf shown??? Not very clear.

 

[Marc L]

Appears singular to me. No mention of anything plural, like 'leaves'.

"Havana CT Fronto Leaf is a medium, dark leaf. The flavor and roll quality of this tobacco leaf is right on point, spite the size being slightly smaller!
Connecticut grown tobacco leaf is usually known for being premium cigar wrapper. This is s rare find! High quality leaf at a great price! "

Dimensions:
6-9in x 12-14in Maybe this is the size for each leaf shown??? Not very clear.

Look at the picture.

 

[mitetak]

I sent him a note - we'll see what he says about quantity.

 

[Gdaddy]

Look at the picture.

I don't think it really matters. A better question would be... would you really pay $6 plus $4.75 shipping for two leaves?

 

[mitetak]

For you guys watching this thread - I asked this elsewhere - but many times you reference the various leaf sources by the seller's actual names.

Can we correlate the following to names so that people can understand who belongs to which site?

Links to Vendors
https://www.leafonly.com/
http://www.wholeleaftobacco.com/ (Don)
https://totalleafsupply.com/
http://www.rollerschoice.com/

 

[Marc L]

I might. I would suspect said leaves would be of superb quality and, prepared to there optimum usefulness.

Links to Vendors
https://www.leafonly.com/ (John Wallace/Rich Stone)
http://www.wholeleaftobacco.com/ (Donald J. Carey)
https://totalleafsupply.com/
http://www.rollerschoice.com/ (Jorge Doctsch)
What about Larry the butcher? http://thetobaccobutcher.com/index.php

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[mitetak]

I don't think it really matters. A better question would be... would you really pay $6 plus $4.75 shipping for two leaves?

He got back to me and it's one leaf per (although he noted if the leaf was smaller he would likely toss additional leaf in at his discretion)

 

[mitetak]

I might. I would suspect said leaves would be of superb quality and, prepared to there optimum usefulness.

Links to Vendors
https://www.leafonly.com/ (John Wallace/Rich Stone)
http://www.wholeleaftobacco.com/ (Donald J. Carey)
https://totalleafsupply.com/
http://www.rollerschoice.com/ (Jorge Doctsch)
What about Larry the butcher?

Whos Larrythe butcher?

 

[Marc L]

Whos Larrythe butcher?

@Fusion555 would you like to answer this?