Antique humidor

[PClark]

I was in a local antique shop not really looking for anything in particular and found a humidor that looks like it could hold somewhere between 150 - 200 cigars for $45. I currently have a humidor that's suppose to hold around 50 cigars and its overflowing so I thought I might get this one.

The problem is I've never bought a used humidor. I gave it a quick look over and didn't see any problems (no cracks, no mold, tight seal, etc.) other than the humidifier will definitely need to be replaced and I'll probably add a hygrometer if I get it.

Is there anything in particular I should look out for with a used humidor?

 

[Hangten]

For the most part if the wood is good; no warping, cracking, growth, or discoloration and the seal is solid without warping or gaps you should be good. The hygrometer either could be replaced with a digital or calibrate the original; then add your humidity system and it should be as good as new. That covers the inside. The outside mostly is cosmetic, but any signs that it was dropped should be noted since that can alter the way the lid sits and any cracks can provide leaks that makes good humidity and temp near impossible. Sounds like a great find!

 

[PClark]

Ended up not getting it, there was a crack in the bottom not clearly visible unless you flip it over and run your hand over it. Had the guy carrying it up notice it before I paid for it, glad he did notice.

 

[Hangten]

Nice! Best of luck finding another! Just spoke to a friend that found an old antique fridge cabinet; the one you put a block of ice in the top. He is making that into a humidor. Should be cool!

 

[PClark]

That would be really cool as long as they can get a good seal. It's not like I needed the humidor anyway though, I just thought it would be cool to have, but only if it would be usable.

 

[Hangten]

Do we ever really NEED anything... Ha ha ha

yes, it seals really well. My hats off to the stuff made in the early 1900's. It was all done by hand and fits perfectly even after all these years. He is just building some shelves out of spanish cedar to fit inside. Great way to have a piece of antique furniture that is functional. Even SWMBO can't argue with that!

 

[Boro62]

That would be really cool as long as they can get a good seal. It's not like I needed the humidor anyway though, I just thought it would be cool to have, but only if it would be usable.

sorry to hear it didnt work out...but everyone needs a humidor!! =)

 

[PClark]

Do we ever really NEED anything... Ha ha ha

yes, it seals really well. My hats off to the stuff made in the early 1900's. It was all done by hand and fits perfectly even after all these years. He is just building some shelves out of spanish cedar to fit inside. Great way to have a piece of antique furniture that is functional. Even SWMBO can't argue with that!

Well it's true what they say, they don't make them like they used to. There's one of those at the antique store but they want $1200 for it, so it looks like I won't be building one of those.