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Box Press
Box-pressed means that the press used after the cigar was rolled has squared-off edges. Some of the more common shapes that would be considered part of the Parejo family are the Petit Corona, Corona, Robusto, Churchill, Corona Gordo/Toro, Lonsdale, and Grande.
Petit Corona
Generally measures 4 1/2 x 40-42
I find this smoke to be a delightful size, especially when the weather is chilly or when you only have 15-30 minutes to sit and enjoy a cigar.
Corona
Generally measures 5 1/2-6 x 42-44
Similar to the Petit Corona but slightly larger, this cigar offers a longer smoking experience and a bit more cigar to enjoy.
Robusto
Generally measures
4 3/4-5 1/2 x 48-52
This is one of the most popular sizes right now in the market. It has the ring gauge to have a fuller flavor profile and the mouthfeel of a full-size cigar, but the length allows it to be a more relaxed 45-60 minute smoke. This is probably the size that I gravitate toward most often.
Churchill
Generally measures
7×47
This is a large-format cigar, but the ring gauge makes it enjoyable, and it won’t take you 2 hours to finish. It is said to be named after Winston Churchill after he visited the Romeo and Julietta factory.
Corona Gorda/Toro
Generally measures
5 5/8×46
This is more often referred to as a Toro size. I find this to be a good median between the Robusto and the Churchill.
Lonsdale
Generally measures
6 1/2 x 42
This is another one of my favorite smokes at the moment. It has the ring gauge of a Petite Corona, but the length is similar to a Churchill. I find that these can be a little more finicky to stay lit and have a smooth, consistent draw, but when you seed a brand/blend, it is an enriching experience.
Grande
Generally measures
4 3/4 x60 - 80
These started as a fad in the American cigar market, but have stuck around as a staple you will see on the shelves of most retailers. The lengths vary, but the distinguishing factor is the ring gauge being 60+. These are huge cigars that require a time commitment (and sometimes a special cutter) to enjoy properly.
Pyramid/Torpedo
Generally measures
6-7×52-54 at the foot
These cigars have the foot of a Parejo, but at the head and cap taper down to a point or pyramid shape. These can also come box-pressed to add dimension to the shape, size, and feel.