I got a starter set this past Christmas and have only rolled 2 batches of 4 each so far. Ecuador shade wrapper, Sumatra binder, Dominican seco and Dominican ligero for the filler. I cut the ligero proportion in half compared to the recommendation. I smoked 1 from each batch so far, and they were good, but I think would benefit from the extra ligero. The second batch had much better construction. The only thing I haven't bought yet is molds. I've been using paper towels after rolling the binder to give a better shape and it has worked pretty well so far.
Here is my first batch. Not pretty, but not a bad start. The one I had from this batch had a really tight draw. I am hoping the rest are better.
And here is my second batch. A small improvement in the looks department. The one I smoked from this batch burned perfect.
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