Humidor Recommendation

[kawiracer14]

So the biggest problem in Colorado is it so damn dry. When I lived in New England it was incredibly easy to keep the humidor at 68% humidity. Probably the best, but more expensive solution is to run a electronic humidification device. Your two options for a small humidor are the Cigar Oasis which I used for several years with great results until I lost the power cord in a move, http://www.amazon.com/Cigar-Oasis-Pl...ds=cigar+oasis and there is also one I haven't used but gets good reviews call the Hydra Small http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...A2XAP15XYGFFRW

Currently, because I'm being too cheap to replace the Oasis, I am using the Gel humidification devices and refilling them with distilled water ( http://www.amazon.com/Cigar-Caddy-Cr...gar+humidifier ). In my 50 cigar humidor I have two but really need to buy a third as it is keep the humidity around 64% right now.


So long story longer, season your humidor correctly and get the electronic one along with a good hygrometer which has been calibrated and it will last for years and years.

Other options if you are going to buy a TON of cigars is a wine fridge which is designed for red wine, or people build Coolidors which is a cooler lined with cedar to hold cigars.

A humidor could also be a conversation piece if you have it out where people will see it or in an office at work.

[jgang]

50 cal or fat 50 ammo can, some cedar planks for smoking salmon from Costco and a small humidifier from Stag or other reputable cigar shop and you're in under $50 with a very cool, airtight and sturdy humidor. Cut the cedar by hand or with a table saw (MUCH easier). Hand-fit the planks to the bottom and sides to your liking. Make compartments if you wish. The little refillable crystal humidifier sticks to the lid.

[Lurch]

Another problem you will face if you keep it a ground level is heat. Unless you run your AC all day you will risk the outbreak of beetles, those little bastards love the heat. Like kawiracer said a wine frig, you can use it to keep them cool and and it's air tight. Plus all you need to use for humidification is some beads. Beads are the one of the best ways to keep everything happy.


http://www.ebay.com/itm/1-2LB-bag-of...item2581192677

[kawiracer14]

Also, don't buy shitty humidors, they leak like no one's business and you'll be pissed all the time checking the humidity trying to fix it.

[drift_g35]

Also, don't buy shitty humidors, they leak like no one's business and you'll be pissed all the time checking the humidity trying to fix it.

This is why I am asking here. I dont konw what good brands are.

[kawiracer14]

These get good reviews: http://www.cubancrafters.com/product...S-PIANO-FINISH

I have had my "nicer" one for 10 years so I don't remember who made it, I'll look to see if there is a label on it tonight.


This also has great reviews and is on sale: http://www.thompsoncigar.com/product...ategoryId=9538

[Gman]

What do you use for humidity in a walk-up like that?

[Tim K]

Oasis electronic humidifier.

[Irving]

Sounds like the answer is a minifridge with fake wood paneling to me.

[KevDen2005]

http://www.ammodors.com/

You could probably build your own. My wife got me one of these as a father's day gift. I love it and it works well.