How to Choose a 7-20-4 Factory 57 Size: Londres to Toro
By Twins Smoke Shop | Published: 2026-10-31
Category: Buying Guides
Compare the 7-20-4 Factory 57 Londres, Robusto, and Toro by ring gauge and smoking time. Use our decision rules to pick the right box for your routine.
Quick answer
Choose the Londres 5x42 if you want a shorter, more concentrated smoke with a smaller ring gauge; the Robusto 5x50 if you want a balanced middle ground; and the Toro 6x52 if you prefer a longer, fuller draw with more smoke volume per puff. All three share the same Factory 57 blend, so your decision comes down to size and time.
Why ring gauge changes the experience more than you might expect
Ring gauge affects draw, burn temperature, and how much smoke reaches your palate per puff. A smaller ring like the 42 on the Londres concentrates the smoke and often delivers a sharper, more intense flavor transition. A larger ring like the 52 on the Toro spreads the heat over more tobacco, producing a cooler, more voluminous draw.
Because all three Factory 57 sizes use the same triple-fermented Nicaraguan Jalapa Habano wrapper and multi-country filler blend, the core flavor stays consistent. What changes is the ratio of wrapper to filler and the combustion dynamics. That means you are not choosing a different cigar—you are choosing a different way to experience the same blend.
The trade-off between smoking time and intensity
The Londres 5x42 is the shortest smoke of the three, but its small ring gauge can make the flavors feel more concentrated and the finish more abrupt if you puff quickly. The Toro 6x52 stretches the experience out, but the larger ring gauge can mute some of the wrapper's nuance unless you pace your draws carefully. The Robusto 5x50 sits in the middle: it gives you enough length to settle into the blend without demanding a long commitment.
If you usually smoke in short breaks, the Londres keeps you from rushing a larger cigar. If you smoke to unwind over an hour or more, the Toro's extra length and ring gauge give you more time to explore the blend's medium-to-full-bodied profile.
When box price should influence your choice
All three come in boxes of 20, but the per-cigar cost differs. The Londres is the least expensive per cigar, the Toro the most. That price difference reflects the amount of tobacco and the aging costs behind each size. If you are new to the Factory 57 line, a box of Londres lets you test the blend with less financial commitment. If you already know you love the profile and smoke larger cigars regularly, the Toro's higher price may be justified by the longer smoking time per cigar.
Decision rules for picking your Factory 57 size
- If your typical smoking window is under 45 minutes: Choose the Londres 5x42. Its smaller ring gauge and shorter length let you finish a complete cigar without rushing, and the concentrated flavor means you do not sacrifice intensity for time. Do not size up just for perceived value—an unfinished Toro wastes more than a smaller cigar saves.
- If you want one box that covers most occasions: Choose the Robusto 5x50. It sits between the other two in ring gauge and length, making it flexible enough for a quick after-work smoke or a relaxed weekend session without feeling either too short or too long.
- If you prefer a long, cool draw and have 60+ minutes: Choose the Toro 6x52. The larger ring gauge and extra length reward slow, deliberate puffing and give you more time to explore the blend's medium-to-full-bodied profile. Pair a larger ring gauge with a slower rhythm—fast puffing on a Toro can overheat the tobacco and muddy the flavors.
- If you are buying your first Factory 57 box: Start with the Londres. It is the lowest-cost way to test whether the triple-fermented Jalapa Habano wrapper and multi-country filler blend suit your palate before committing to a larger, more expensive box.
Factory 57 size facts
- 7-20-4 Factory 57 Londres 5x42 (Box of 20): Londres 5x42: small ring gauge with a triple-fermented Nicaraguan Jalapa Habano wrapper aged three years plus six months rest. The small ring concentrates flavor, so you get a more intense experience in a shorter smoke.
7-20-4 Factory 57 Londres 5x42 (Box of 20) - 7-20-4 Factory 57 Toro 6x52 (Box of 20): Toro 6x52: larger ring gauge and longer length, same multi-country filler blend and aged wrapper. The larger ring and length produce a cooler, more voluminous draw that suits longer smoking sessions.
7-20-4 Factory 57 Toro 6x52 (Box of 20) - 7-20-4 Factory 57 Robusto 5x50 (Box of 20): Robusto 5x50: mid-size ring gauge that balances the intensity of the Londres with the volume of the Toro. It is the most versatile choice if you want one box that works for both short and moderate smoking windows.
Who should choose which size
Best for
- Smokers who want a short, intense break: Londres 5x42
- Smokers who want a versatile everyday cigar: Robusto 5x50
- Smokers who enjoy long, cool sessions: Toro 6x52
Not for
- Smokers who prefer a very mild, light-bodied cigar—the Factory 57 blend is medium-to-full
- Smokers who dislike Nicaraguan Jalapa Habano wrappers—this line features that leaf in every size
