Oldmaus,
It's my pleasure "talking shop" about my years in the retail end of the tobacco biz. I could regale you with stories all night, about the business, and a few of my customers, many of whom are still close friends. I'm glad you found it interesting.
I can tell you, without hesitation, that some of the finest people I've ever met work in the premium tobacco business. That's the truth!
The Danes, especially. From pipe makers to tobacco mfg., they are gracious, polite and kind. Great folks to deal with. Kevin can probably back me up, considering he just spent some time at Mac Baren.
CACooper