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The draw is perfect right out of the cellophane, and the ash held on for a good two inches. For the price, this medium-fill from AJ Fernandez punches way above its weight class in the gordo size, definitely grabbing another box.

Bought a box after my buddy recommended them, and the draw is perfectly smooth for a gordo. The ash held on for over an inch, which always impresses me.

The construction is solid, with an even burn that requires hardly any touch-ups. For the price point, the flavor profile offers a decent medium body, though I find it lacks a bit of complexity in the final third. Still, a reliable smoke for the money.