C&D Label Differences

[schaum]

So I guess my cartoony labeled tins will be $$$collectible$$$ LOL.
"Honey, I just quit my second job, and I ordered Holland & Holland I've been looking at."

 

[melvinsunsmokedcastello]

I liked the old cartoon labels..

 

[captainbob]

They want us to believe that this is all about "organization of blends"? I think that the generic labels are probably created cheaper and may even be able to be created within their office. I think it is a mistake because Craig Tarler built C&D with a great background in "Marketing". His idea to come up with attractive and interesting artwork to promote his blends was a great move upon which he was able to build a successful company and promote some truly wonderful blends that have stood the test of time. When a blend has an identity with artwork, why change it? I have seen this type of thing before and it may not prove successful as it does not enhance an existing blend that people have become familiar with. In fact, they question the contents and express questioning the original blend! I have received emails and PM's on the subject. It is what it is and I am disappointed. So, I guess I should sign off with my own "generic version" of "black-and-white" label shown below... Is Craig Tarler turning over in his grave? I hope not. May he rest in peace.

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[planetary]

If one wants to get worked up into a lather about something, it should be about something that matters. Like fonts and typography! The Laudisi folks know how a thing or two about fonts, but this can't be said of all manufacturers. Consider the textual treatment on Hearth & Home tins...

My eyes! Foul crimes and horrors without respite.

 

[escioe]

The five different fonts on six square inches of tins thing definitely gets to me, too. Also the font choices. Greg Pease and McClelland are light years ahead of other American manufacturers in this regard.

 

[cosmicfolklore]

I'll miss the cartoons, and I know the kids will also. Do they still have the toys in the tin?

However, I'm not sure I think that Captain Bob's is an improvement.
Now, to get D&R to do something about their lackluster tins. I'm fairly sure that if there was some indication of what is in the tins and something remotely interesting about them, that his blends would catch on.

While I find myself keeping most of the empty tins that I finish, especially if the tin design is interesting, D&R hits the garbage can ASAP. I love the tobacco, but despise the tins.