People around the world love Capstan Original Flake for its smooth, sweet flavor, and they've done so for more than a century, but some folks dislike the preparation involved in smoking a flake tobacco. If you're one of those, Capstan Original Ready-Rubbed is the perfect solution. The pure Virginia flakes have been tumbled into a ribbon for easy packing. For true Virginia flavor, you can't beat Capstan Original Ready-Rubbed.
Smooth and tasty, strong without being harsh. This was Tolkien’s favorite for a reason.
5 out of 5
I am not a lover
Sep 26, 2022
I am not a lover of solely VA tobaccos, but this is one of the very best. A mellow, flavorful smoke that is easier to pack than the unrubbed flake and can easily be an all day smoke if one has the opportunity to smoke a pipe throughout the day where they work, play, meet, etc. It is one of the best representatives of a pure VA tobacco, which speaks to its quality.
5 out of 5
Great smoke. Smooth as silk.
May 30, 2022
Great smoke. Smooth as silk.
5 out of 5
My personal favorite
Mar 18, 2022
My personal favorite
5 out of 5
Favorite Virginia flake
Apr 18, 2021
Favorite Virginia flake
5 out of 5
If it's good enough for
Dec 01, 2020
If it's good enough for J.R.R. Tolkien and C.S. Lewis, it's good enough for me. It has become my favorite blend.
5 out of 5
Reliably Great tobacco
Sep 04, 2020
Nice and moist when you pop her open. Smells woody, rich, and beautiful. Smokes great. Perfect for the salty sailor in your life! It’s my go to pipe tobacco.
5 out of 5
Wonderful Smoke!
Aug 10, 2020
I like straight Virginias and this Captstan version is as good as they come!
5 out of 5
Capstan is Great
Mar 06, 2017
I really enjoy the smooth Virginias in this blend. I would recommend it to anyone looking for that smooth, naturally sweet Virginia taste that is slightly aged and matured.
5 out of 5
Just the ticket
Aug 17, 2016
I really prefer non-aromatics but interesting variety can be a little hard to find. Capstan is a nice departure without going to extremes. Long shaggy cut packs well, lights and smokes like a dream. Mild for long periods when concentration must be high and distractions low.
5 out of 5
Awesomeness
Mar 25, 2016
Excellent tobacco as always.
5 out of 5
Blue capstan
Sep 23, 2015
Nice mild smoke
3 out of 5
Capstan Ready Rubbed
Aug 25, 2015
I find that the Navy Cut Capstan is best. The flavor of Ready-Rubbed is diluted and slightly metallic tasting compared to the rich depth of the original. I will not purchase it in future and will remain true to the Navy Cut, which I purchased when it was made in Bristol by Wills. The Danish recipe is very very close to the original Medium Strength in the blue round tin. A friend of mine, the tobacco producer Greg Pease, said that a tin of the W.O. Wills is worth a small fortune IF you can find it. Thank heavens that the Danes trumped the Germans on duplicating the recipe. The German Capstan was atrocious gooey piffle. It did not cause any birth defects that I am aware of. That's something... Thanks for asking for my input, I hope it is of some assistance in finessing the product. When I return from a trip abroad I will order the Navy Cut once again. Best, Richard
Customer Testimonials
One of the all time greats. I could go on and on, but I won't. If you like VA's, then you'll like this. It's lovely. One of the priciest tins out there, but worth every single penny.
Do yourself a favor - buy it. Buy a couple and set one aside to age. Given 3-5 years this just becomes sublime. So happy to see it back state side.
Tin and room note is very much VA - a hay/straw like aroma with undertones of tea. Smokes to a nice white ash with no bite and it's reluctant to over-heat, though it can like all VA's, but this one is more forgiving.
Wonderful maltyness to the flavor. A bowl of Capstan and a pint, you couldn't do better.
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