possibly they help in production for small companies that do not have a relationship with a factory.
I had this experience with Alec Bradley some years ago.
They offered the blend, access to tobacco, and helped out with bands, boxes, and so on.
Monte No4 - 5 pack
Monte Open Juniors - 3 pack.......skip these
Partagas Serie D No6 - Box of 5
Partagas Mille Fleurs - Box of 10
RyJ - Tubos No 3 - Box of 10 .........skip these
see if they offer Upmann ,R.Allones ,Bolivar, even Cuaba.
"if anybody could provide any suggestions on quality issues to look out for, "
you will find CCs have a much lower level of construction.
That's a fact, but you can learn to handle it.
you will probably want to store CCs at or near 63% rH to promote a better burn and give better flavor.
Young...
Cigar One is expensive, and they charge a big shipping fee.
For the last couple of years their inventory has declined, and the cost of their Regional sticks has gone way up.
I use IHavanas (Bryan ) and Cigars of Habanos (Ravi ) and have done so for many years , I have built a strong...