Just cracked open a mazo of them and was not impressed by the look of the cracked wrapper and softness of the cigar--perhaps I didn't let them rest enough. It smoked pretty good and wasn't bad at all, but after half way it got even softer and wasn't as good a smoke. I'll have to try other after a few days and see if they improve with rest. I guess not too much could be expected for $0.80 per stick. I had some Padilla toro CT fumas (selection de Barato) a few years ago and they were pretty darn good for a cheap cigar.