PRODUCT PROFILE
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2013
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TOBACCO BUSINESS
NOVEMBER/DECEMBER 2013
Torino Pipes by the Lorenzetti Family
ArangoCigar Co., the exclusivedistributor of Torinoaffordablypricedbriar pipes, is reintroduc-
ing the line, which is now beingmanufactured in the family-owned Lorenzetti factory.
“We chose the Lorenzetti family to recreate our Torino pipes, based on briar options and
price points, knowing the Lorenzetti’s penchant for craftsmanship,” explains Michael Gold,
Arango’s president. “We and our customers have not been disappointed...Torino exemplifies
excellent value.”
Torino pipes come in several standard shapes, offered in three finishes, all of which are
priced to appeal toboth entry-level smokers and savvy, seasonedbuyers. TheSandblast Black
line with Vulcanite stems has an MSRP of $36. Simpatico Smooth Burgundy also features
black Vulcanite mouthpieces, and retails for $52. Premier Smooth Brown has a clear Lucite
stem, and sells for $60. All pipes are keystone-priced, and retailers can save $1 or more per
pipe when ordering six or more of one line without mixing.
Arango also distributes Lorenzetti-crafted, moderately priced Wessex brand Italian briar
pipes. Wessex pipes come in three lines—Brigade, Standard and the new Bristol—and in a
variety of shapes, bits and finishes, some fitted with silver shank bands. Arango Cigar Co.,
800-222-4427
High Stakes for Royal Gold Cigars
Swisher International’s Royal Gold Cigars recently introduced its Casino Gold HRS (High
Roller Selection) handmade, long filler, premium cigars from Honduras. Packaged in
elegant, black wooden boxes of 21 cigars, Casino Gold HRS are available in five sizes—
Ace (6.25x62), King (7x54), Queen (5.75x52), Jack (6x44) and Joker (6x52 Belicoso).
Blended and manufactured by the Plasencia family in Danli, Honduras, Casino Gold
HRS are medium-bodied, flavorful cigars composed of a Habano Rosado wrapper
from Jalapa, a Cameroon binder, and three different Nicaraguan fillers. With sug-
gested retail prices from $5.45 to $6.85, these cigars allow all cigar smokers
a chance to live like a high roller by enjoying a quality, premium cigar
without breaking the bank. Swisher International, 800-874-9720
