Quality Importers Trading Co has announced a new series to the Xi2 line of cigar cutters known as the Xikar Xi2 Hot Rod Series. It’s a series of cutters that feature full-color flame illustrations inspired by 1950s custom American hot rods. The hot rod theme was inspired by an employee’s winning submission to an internal […]
Quality Importers Trading Company was one of the more impressive booths at the 2021 Premium Cigar Association Trade Show. It was one of the best laid out booths and did an excellent job at showcasing the various brands in its portfolio as well as the products in its portfolio. There is something for just about […]
At the 2021 Premium Cigar Association (PCA) Trade Show, Quality Importers will introduce the Xikar Astral to its portfolio of premium cigar lights. The Astral emphasizes portability with its contoured slim body design. The low profile ignition trigger is wide for comfort and has a textured pattern for a controlled grip while lighting. The Astral […]
It’s been a while since we have put accessories in the spotlight, and tonight we are joined by Jimmy Miudo of Quality Importers as our special guest. Jimmy is the Vice President of Product Design and Marketing for Quality Importers and oversees a host of brands. We’ll discuss Jimmy’s history in the business and talk […]
XIKAR has announced an upgrade to its Pipeline Series of lighters. The XIKAR Pipeline is the brand’s single soft-flame lighter series designed for both pipe and cigar smokers. The series will now feature an upgraded body treatment with durable plated finishes. Pipeline will now be offered with all-chrome, all-black, black and gold-tone, and black and […]
Quality Importers has announced a new addition under its XIKAR Xi2 line known as the XIKAR Xi2 Nightlife Series. The cutters feature custom graphics from Miami-based artist Charlie Turano III – best known for his work with Fanatics Authentic and his signature brushstroke style. The XIKAR Xi2 Nightlife Series is inspired by the glowing lights […]
Multiple sources have confirmed to Cigar Coop that Quality Importers’ President Michael Cellucci is departing the company. Cellucci is best known for his tenure at Drew Estate where he rose to the position of President of the company. Cellucci would depart Drew Estate in July 2016 and land six months later at Quality Importers as […]
In recent years, Mexico’s Dia de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead) celebrations have been popular themes in the cigar industry. This year XIKAR pays homage to the celebration with the release of the XIKAR Limited Edition Las Calacas Xi1 cutter series. The series made its debut at the 2018 IPCPR Trade Show and is now […]
Earlier this year one of the biggest stories was the announcement that Quality Importers had acquired XIKAR, one of the industry leaders in cigar accessories. XIKAR has continued to operate as its own business unit, but it was adjacent to the Quality Importers group. Following the acquisition, Kurt Van Keppel and Scott Almsberger joined the company […]
At the 2018 IPCPR Trade Show, XIKAR will introduce the XFlame, a new electronic, rechargeable lighter offering. This is a lighter that does not use butane and does not produce a flame. Instead, it uses a circular burning plate that is designed to evenly toast the foot of your cigar. It functions without emitting hydrocarbons […]
