A Gentleman Talks - Edward Sahakian Interviewed By Nic Wing FULL INTERVIEW
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- Опубликовано: 10 окт 2013
- Edward Sahakian
Owner of the Davidoff Store London and consummate Gentleman
Interviewed by Nic Wing
A Gentleman Talks is our series of one to one interviews with Ladies and Gentleman about their life, work and influences, all within the framework of our mission to make the world a more respectful stylish and gentlemanly place.
This week's guest is Edward Sahakian the owner of The Davidoff cigar store in London which is located on the corner of Jermyn Street and St James's Street. Edward has had a fascinating life and is the consummate Gentleman.
Nic talks to Edward about what brought him to London from Iran, his love of cigars and the decision to open a cigar store in London.
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I remember about twenty years ago going into the shop on St James’ Street for the first time to buy some cigars. I was utterly clueless but a very pleasant gentleman asked me what I was looking for. I explained my new interest in cigars and my ignorance and this man quietly and politely took me into the humidor and spent some thirty to forty minutes subtly, politely and enchantingly describing the world of cigars at the same time finding out about what I might like to consider as my entree to Cuban cigar enjoyment. I left the shop with a box of twenty five Montecristo Nr 4. I’ve loved good quality cigars ever since and returned to the shop many times. Thank you Edward Sahakian Snr.
First time and you bought a box of 25??
@@aloofmusician856 - strange question. I’d enjoyed cigars before but not of the quality of Montecristo, Cuaba and Cohiba. Since I was newly very rich I could afford them. Still rich and smoking good cigars.
@@rightmarker1 Ah I see, I'm only young and not so rich, so the idea of buying a box of cigars was unimaginable, thanks for clarifying though. I would buy cheaper cigars if I knew where to find them!
@@aloofmusician856 never buy cheap. Buy cheap you gey cheap. Buy one good one and savor it slowly after a meal, enjoy your journey.
@@chunkychinn Interesting take, thank you, I just thought that Cubans were more expensive than new world ones simply because of the fact that they're cuban. It's like paying a premium for a branded product when the product unbranded could be bought for less.
Edward and his son are a class act...
Amazing story. I feel like the world is lacking men like this nowadays.
My theory, not all people who smoke cigars are nice people.
But Mr Sahakian is a very nice man with time for everybody, and nice people attract nice people
I really could listen to Mr Sahakian all day
It seem so far away....lost in time.
A real gentleman, nowadays that is a rarety.
Thank you, you to are a perfect gentleman.
Miss the cigar.
Telling ya, cigar relationships can end or prevent wars. Bringing the truest gentlemen together, smoke it up and relax with everyone around you.✌️
My goodness...that was one of the best interviews that I have ever seen. It was like listening to a grandfather explaining life to me.
What a class act he is.
Thank you for posting!
Anyone watching in 2022?
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A wonderful interview. Two gentlemen having a nice calm and very informative conversation. I love these interviews. On a side note, I am currently starting my own cigar shop and lounge and it has come from the love and enjoyment of cigars alone. I can't imagine a life without a cigar and the quiet calm moments in my thoughts while smoking.
EDWARD= TOP MAN.
What a man. What an interview!
The world would be a much better place with more men such as this one.
RIP NICK much missed
A great gentleman
Both are Perfect Gentleman and quite fascinating.
What a very interesting interview and a very nice man
You should open a cafe next door and call it 'Close But No Cigar'..
Enjoyed watching this conversation. Thank you.
That was an amazing hour. I recommend to anyone who is a lover of tobacco.
"Cigarettes are an addiction, cigars are a pleasure" - Edward Sahakian.
They should put that in the anti-smoking ads and on boxes and you would have far more cigar smokers.
@@GeneralSocietyInc I am actually not a huge cigar smoker by any stretch but I do like to indulge in the later summer month. But funny story, I gave my friend (as part of another gift) for his 30th bday a Cuban cigar to try....He quite enjoyed how relaxing it was but didn't see all the rage about cigars.
Fast forward a few months and we're sitting inside a pub with the doors extended to the beer garden and someone smoking a cigar and at first we both said: "Uhh someone's smoking a cigar, and it isn't a good one." (we joked) but the longer we sat there we both agreed after a few minutes,(actually that's a really nice smelling cigar, I want one!) lol.
I guess my point is, don't knock it until you try it. These days I smell cigarette smoke and I can't stand far enough away, horrible smell... but there is definitely a relaxing, comforting feeling about sitting down with a cigar. Similar to the nicest bottle of wine you can think of.
I had my first cigar in I think 2013 on a suggestion from a friend...Montecristo no. 4 I believe and upon taking the first few drags I was like: "Where have you been all my life?!"" lol. Now I have a humidor, 2 tuppadors and a small bag of cigars, but I only smoke a few a year. So I definitely agree with Edward Sahakian. "Cigarettes are an addiction, cigars are a pleasure."
Buy a tin of Partagas Capitols for you and your friends at your next bbq and then tell me you don't want more cigar smokers. lol
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С полным лицом Эдвард был похож на Шнайдера из Базеля!
I'm surprised he could go to Cuba at all, considering the history between Habanos S.A and Davidoff.
QualeQualeson the davidoff shop has always sold Cubans, I thought the same thing. Thought it was weird Habanos s.a supplied the davidoff shops around the world with Cuban cigars
@@evan8l Yes that is true. Strange. The division between the Cuban state and Davidoff seemed quite dramatic to me, both from a business and ideological perspective. Who knows, maybe they couldn't afford to shut him out. Maybe there was corruption or something else. I'll see if I can find out some day.
He is Iranian?😮
@@VartanShatarevyan oh 😁
@@parsaafshar8973 he is armenian born in iran
Really enjoyed the video but have to disagree with Edward one thing. I smoke a Cuban everyday and without question of a doubt the aroma sticks to your clothes like a magnet inc your hair.
Wing is rumpled and slovenly.
Who is the only person that touched unlike button?
5 months latter still just one. I can not think why they would.
@@stevenjohnsrud4655 8 people as of now
When he spoke of Eddie “ suffering of the grout from too much the good living” 🤣 I bet he was a fine womaniser with those smooth talking bastard ways, restekpa Eddie
I think the statement about cigar smokers being nice people couldn't be more untrue for today's cigar smokers. Maybe for the baby boomer generation and before but today's cigar smoker is anything but in my experience and because of that, cigar smoking for me, is a very individual pastime that one is best left experiencing alone or with family or people as close as family. I purposely try to stay away from other cigar smokers and even though I frequent forums such as FOH, I kindly make an excuse for why I can't meet a group of cigar smokers at a local cigar bar like Churchills in Denver. I've found more often than not that today's cigar smoker is arrogant, spoiled, judgmental and just plain unpleasant to even be around. Half of them are just looking for another's pockets so that they have a smoker to go in on box buts with them or mooch cigars off of. Not a good experience for me. I buy a box of cigars for myself, not to split with some jerk who can't afford to be in the hobby to begin!
+Sam Gearhart - Thank you for your comment. We are sorry you feel that way, we would humbly disagree with you our experience. But Do enjoy your cigars, in which ever way you wish!
That’s too bad Sam. I’ve always had great dealings with other cigar lovers.
Sam you are so right! Thanks for comment
It's unfortunate your experiences w/cigar smokers of a younger age have been less than enjoyable. I myself am a Boomer & I must admit others close to my age (56) are genuinely nice people. Admittedly I don't have much of an opportunity to hang out with Gen Xers but I would hope one's appreciation for a cigars could cut across age barriers & all could engage in interesting conversation & establish a rapport.
If a gentleman smokes cigars or not he is still a gentleman. I would recommend smoking cigars with gentlemen, you will find it very enjoyable.
One week into the country, and he wanted to pay by check, or credit card.... What bullshit is this gentleman giving us!
Clearly he was well of before coming to the UK - owning breweries / soft drink factories in Iran - no doubt he had bank accounts set up here and more likely than not property in the UK
You can use credit cards internationally you know! And in the 80’s and 90’s such a thing as a check guarantee card was in existence.
@@ianmoncaster7860 if you say so
he has told this story exactly the same in other videos. Not bullshit. :)
@@63humanbeinghe doesn’t have to say so… it’s a fact 😂