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Handmade by the true artisans in Nicaragua, CAO Flathead V554 Camshaft Robusto Maduro (5 1/2" x 54) was inspired by hot rods and pin-up girls, which hits on all cylinders and gives an incredible full body smoke from start to finish. Hand-shaped to deliver a striking flat top, the cigar features a beautiful chocolate brown Maduro wrapper and a blend that's heavy on Nicaraguan leaf, giving way to a very bold, smooth taste. Camshaft is named for an engine part, but the tribute to muscle cars doesn't end there; this box also comes with a collectible pin-up girl flysheet. If you love cars, and rock n' roll then you better damn well love a classic cigar such as this one.
Profile
Full
Wrapper
Connecticut Broadleaf
Shape
Robusto
Length
5 1/2 Inches
Gauge
54
Country
Nicaragua Nicaragua
Hand Made
False
Flavor
Non Flavored
Filler
Dominican,  Nicaraguan
Binder
Connecticut,  Habano
Pressed
True
Has Tip
False
Sweet
False
overall rating 4.6 out of 5 Based on 80 Ratings
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5 out of 5
a really good smoke,,, i had tried the 660 and liked,, i like the smaller 550 even more.
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2 out of 5
about half the box i received were rolled very loose in the middle and would burn down the middle of the cigar making it impossible to finish the cigar very disappointed considering i have been a big fan of these cigars for years now. dont know if ill buy again!
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5 out of 5
I've written a review on this before and would give it 10 out of five if I could. To me it's a perfect cigar. If it was all that was available to smoke that would be fine with me.
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5 out of 5
I love the dark color and the mild flavor. So far, this is my favorite cigar. I also love the packaging. The box makes a great display piece. Theses cigars last and stay lit and I can get in 18 holes of golf on one cigar. I will definitely buy them again.
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5 out of 5
Great size and value
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4 out of 5
Good draw
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5 out of 5
Excellent smoke
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5 out of 5
Great Cigars
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4 out of 5
One of my favorite daily sticks. They don't always burn the best and they don't have the tight, perfect ash, but they taste great.
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5 out of 5
Great sticks
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5 out of 5
Excellent one of my favorites
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3 out of 5
I have been enjoying these cigars for years however the last five boxes I received have been disappointing. Cigars are hard to draw, compressed too hard and too many canoes.
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5 out of 5
Best cigar. Tight squared brick of a cigar. Strong. Even burn. Buy it on special. Consistent smoke.
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5 out of 5
Very bold with complex flavor notes. The two I smoked had no burn issues. One of my many favorites.
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5 out of 5
The smoke was smooth and flavorful and the cigar burned even throughout. I hope that someone buys me a box for Father’s Day.
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5 out of 5
I love CAO, these flatheads are an amazing smoke!
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5 out of 5
Smooth smoke. Even burn.
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5 out of 5
Just purchased my 5th box. A truly amazing cigar. Dark, strong, powerful, and flavorful while simultaneously a very, very smooth smoke. Oily wrapper, burns slowly and perfectly. If you are looking for an essentially perfect, full bodied cigar, this is it.
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2 out of 5
This was a substitute order for original order of Pedro’s, The excessive delay for that order with no word on status until I have call and decide on a substitute is UNACCEPTABLE.
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5 out of 5
Smoke great excellent draw and burn perfect a great cigar, I continue ordering.
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5 out of 5
Good smooth flavor.
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4 out of 5
This is a very good stick! Flavor is med/heavy and tasty. I like the box press on this one, its not loose like many. I've had a few boxes and draw has been very consistent.
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5 out of 5
Great buy.... ...sticks were fresh and favorable.
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5 out of 5
If a good Robust smoke your looking forward too this is it.
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4 out of 5
CAO Flathead
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1 out of 5
These cigars seem to be too loosely wrapped. It is like they were trying to save some tobacco.
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3 out of 5
Not very consistent Maybe time to quit
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5 out of 5
I've been a Flathead fan for a few years now. My regular stick is the 660. The 554 offers the same great flavor, with a shorter smoke time. I love them!
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4 out of 5
Enjoyed
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5 out of 5
Powerful!!!!
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5 out of 5
Flathead V554 (black label) or its cousin 660 (red label) are ALWAYS in my humidor. They are both robust, with the right balance of easy/hard draw. They both have the right consistency of filler, meaning that they don't go out when set in the tray for a few minutes (this burn is one of my indicators for a really good cigar).
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5 out of 5
Excellent cigars. Great service
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5 out of 5
Vary good taste draw was Smooth
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5 out of 5
A wee bit of pepper, touch of chocolate and a superb construction to accompany a 15 year old single malt.
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5 out of 5
Always one of my favorites.
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5 out of 5
Great smoke for the price. Nice delivery time. Perfect size, just enough flavor while not being too harsh.
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5 out of 5
Great draw, great burn! Excellent flavor. Definitely a top 10 stick.
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5 out of 5
I love the simplicity of your ordering process. I love the v554maduro's.
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5 out of 5
Great stick
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5 out of 5
Well constructed, full deep flavor. Consistently smooth with an even burn and long ash. Love the box pressed shape. This is a “go-to” standard along with the entire Flathead line up.
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5 out of 5
As stated above he loves his cigars.
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5 out of 5
These Flathead Cigars are the best of the CAO lineup
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4 out of 5
These must be seconds because the wrappers are all askew. That is why they offered the 5 packs so cheap. However the cigar is one of the best there is. If you want to sell these for this price I will buy it every time. Smooth long smoke with coffee and pepper taste and a chocolate finish. The burn is slow and even.
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5 out of 5
Nice lighter works very well ! Thank you.
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5 out of 5
Great smoke flavorful from beginning to end
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5 out of 5
Enjoyed!
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5 out of 5
Smooth good burn.
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5 out of 5
Love the CAO V554 and especially the deal at Thompson’s.
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2 out of 5
Didn't burn well...not bad though...good taste
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4 out of 5
Build is inconsistent but overall excellent flavor notes
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5 out of 5
This as good of smoke as it gets. It’s the perfect side with a great flavor.
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5 out of 5
Great cigar more taste less filling.. Just the perfect size. Good price and large quantity box for an everyday smoke. CAO nailed it
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5 out of 5
Its one of my go to cigar
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3 out of 5
Well made - tried them as I normally like the 660. They needed to re-light frequently I thought
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5 out of 5
Excellent all-around, maybe not every day, unless you can afford that, but couple times a week on days you just want to relax and enjoy a great smoke. I will buy these again.
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5 out of 5
Great cigar 9 out of 10
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4 out of 5
Its a good smoke.
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5 out of 5
One of my top 4 favorites. Moderately priced for the occassional smoker
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5 out of 5
Love this cigar!
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5 out of 5
compare with Partagas Black Label
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5 out of 5
When I need a pick me up or just working in my shop
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4 out of 5
Strong flavor, goes well with a hearty meal.
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5 out of 5
One of the smoothest full bodied cigars I have smoked recently. Nice construction and a smooth draw. I have experienced an uneven burn once or twice, but overall an enjoyable smoke. Now that the weather is colder, I choose the V554 over the V660!
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5 out of 5
Good huui
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5 out of 5
Full flavor consistent burn
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5 out of 5
Great smoke when I want a full flavored cigar. one of my favorites.
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5 out of 5
Great cigar.
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5 out of 5
I smoke about 30-40 cigars a month and this is my absolute favorite "go to" on the market. I have smoked hundreds of these, if not thousands (if including the 660), and have never had a bad one. The consistency of these things is unreal. And at 4 bucks a stick its absurd how reasonably priced these thing are. Great taste from start to finish with a great sweet spot and never bad draw or a bad run. I like to smoke high end cigars like everyone else, but this is my favorite hands down for everyday smoking.
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4 out of 5
Good cigar. Can't go wrong with any of the flathead line
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5 out of 5
Most robusto's leave me wanting, this one hits the spot!
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5 out of 5
Great flavor, draw, wrapping and over all construction. Love this cigar.
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4 out of 5
I had heard that all of the " motor" line were more robust than the normal CAO lines. Not so much. This a very good cigar not a My Father or Chohiba as far as completely. Pretty much the same start to finish.
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5 out of 5
Very oily cigar. Not for the beginner smoker. Has a ton of flavor.
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5 out of 5
I can't say
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5 out of 5
Quite frankly, I don't think I've ever smoked at better cigar. It's my monthly cigar club choice
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5 out of 5
Smoke a couple every week while fishing. The flat head is a winner!
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5 out of 5
Great flavor and perfect size when you don't have time for another awesome Cigar, the Flathead 660!! CAO really made the Flathead Series a truly wonderful smoke!! The lids of the boxes are so nice they are hanging on the wall of my cigar room! And the best part about smoking such a great cigar like this is they are so cheap!!
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4 out of 5
Good all around cigar. Ideal size in my opinion.
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5 out of 5
this smoke has a meal in it, a great smoke
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4 out of 5
Surprisingly smooth smoke. great taste, good burn.
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