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Journey to the end of the slope, a pictoral essay
So about 5 or so years ago I realized that buying as I smoked meant I didn't always have cigars around when I wanted them so after much looking and pondering I got my first humidor. It was a nice little desktop that would hold around 100 cigars (who the hell has 100 cigars but it was a nice size and seemed easy to take care of) so this was the the start of my journey down the slope.
http://i247.photobucket.com/albums/g...tory_09-00.jpg Fast forward a couple of year and when trying to learn more about non cuban cigars ( I started as primarily a cuban cigar smoker) I stumbled on this forum where a few of my questions could be answered. The little box was no longer big enough, but alas I had a solution. I found a deal on not one but two wine fridges (holy crap room for many many boxes surely I am done) So in came the solutions, I set them up and was happily on my way to buying a "few" boxes. http://i247.photobucket.com/albums/g...tory_09-01.jpg No as we journey through the last two years a sale here a box that needs to be had there a few trades and hmmmm the Solutions are getting full. I need a temporary solution to the excess while I sort things out, after all 2 fridges must be enough right. Excess is only for the weak of spirit and those that lack self control. Yup, enter the excess a couple of bins for boxes and a smaller bin for miscellaneous singles. http://i247.photobucket.com/albums/g...tory_09-03.jpg With storage finally under controll I was no longer concerned after all with all this room what could possibly go wrong, so an extra stick or two here or there wont fill things up will they. Little did I know that my willpower was inversly proportionate to my storage and I went from the excess to the Extreme. I was officially now obsessed (ok maybe it was sooner than this) I had now moved from nice organized bins to an old cooler and yes the Ziplocador. Something had to be done but what. http://i247.photobucket.com/albums/g...tory_09-05.jpg |
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Fast forward to late August of 09 a discussion with my wife and best friend ensues. I need to get all these multiple bins from various points in our basement and consolidate them. I offer up a reasonable cabinet solution, she baulks immediately as she does not like the design or the glass front. She to my wonder and amazement suggests a custom built one from none other than Aristocrat. Enter Bob he listens kindly as I babble on about how I can't wait to get my box and what I want and how I want it set up. This man is the patron saint of humidors and enough cannot be said about the quality of his work, his demaeanor in dealing with the customer. Anyway after a somewhat trying ordeal with customs (I really don't want to get into it) on September 11, 2009 it arrives.
The solution to all my storage issues and the end to my ride down the slope. http://i247.photobucket.com/albums/g...tory_09-14.jpg It has more storage than I will ever need. Not a guess a fact. It has digitally controlled active humidification, flat roll out shelves and is lockable to keep inquiring little hands out of it. http://i247.photobucket.com/albums/g...tory_09-15.jpg And it has just the right amount of capacity. A little room to grow as I have cleared out a few things. It isn't exactly organized like I want it yet but once the dust settles it will be more than perfect. I don't know that starting my journey down the slope with this what I hope to be a family heirloom would have been as exciting or fun. Looking at them all in there is both somewhat satisfying and at the same time a little daunting. When they were all hidden in their various spots the excess of my hobby/obsession was a little less apparent. It has been a hell of a run and I wouldn't change much about it (except for maybe that 6 month tasting of non cubans) but this is the end of my slope and I am happy to be here. This does not mean that there will never be another purchase but the general state of things will stay constant. Hope you enjoy http://i247.photobucket.com/albums/g...tory_09-18.jpg |
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Nice set up, i think this thread could be a sory for a lot of CC smokers, myself included.
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Wow! Beautiful cabinet! Looks even better stocked:tu
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Wow. You must make a good living :-)
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Nice story there, nice collection too
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Okay, I'll be the first to say it. It looks a little small. ;):D
Congrats, Shawn on the consolidation. Looks perfect. :tu |
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Nice post. I can see why it took so long to count up your collection for the contest. I don't think my local B&M stocks that many smokes.
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that's a hell of a collection Shawn.....wow. My wife would actually kill me if I had that many cigars. It would be worth the death though, perhaps. You have stuff in there that I've never even heard of before, let alone smoked, I'm quite sure. Probably some very tasty treats waiting to be lit.
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The pre-aristocrat photos are hilarious! Especially the last one with the Santa Claus sack :D.
That is a very nice solution to your predicament. Good for you :tu |
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Wow this a really nice one Shawn. Thanks the story always nice to see how this hobby makes us go nuts.
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Nice, Shawn! :tu
I got the same one a couple of months ago; though mine's not as full. One question - how often does the fan run? Quite often in mine and had to move it out of the bedroom into the office. Congrats again on the Aristocrat! |
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The story isn't over Shawn. Everyday I look at the cabinent and think "If I only had more room...."
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That's a beauty! And it looks like there is room to throw a few coolers on top after you fill it up:ss
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Beautiful piece shawn...:dr
but it already looks full...:ss hope you kept the fridges for overflow |
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Through it all stands the little desktop humi. :)
My obsession is kept firmly in check by my credit limit. If it were not I would like to have a "collection" like that. :tu |
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Your pre-cabinet amalgamation made me laugh during a presentation....I hope you're happy ....
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Lets see a pic of how nice and neat the drawer for the singles are.
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<<<<< amazed
and a little speechless Congrats, Fox! |
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Wow! That is an awesome cabinet and you did a great job of showing your decent down the slippery slope.
It could almost be described as "A Road map to the dark side":ss Great Post Shawn! Thanks:tu |
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That cabinet is a perfect ending... Once there are 2 of them :r
Great story Shawn thanks for sharing :tu |
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:OIt is beautiful Shawn! Congrats.
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Awesome progression of photos Shawn. :tu
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Thanks for the pictorial, Shawn! I love your stories.
Congrats on the beautiful heirloom. Whether it's the end of the slope or just a brief respite before the floor falls out from under you again, it's a gorgeous milestone in the journey. |
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Beautiful!
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HAHAHA! I thought it was funny jumping from the desktop humi to the 2 vinos... then I kept scrolling. WOW! :D
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Enjoy that Aristocrat - it sure is a beauty. :) It actually looks ..... content, satisfied, fulfilled, right ... sitting there with that great stock of cigars in it. You've given it a happy home. :D |
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wow
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I couldn't see the Aristocrat pics very well earlier when I was outside. That's a sweet looking cabinet.
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WOW what a cabinet and collection!
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YOU ROCK!!!!!!:banger
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Holy Cow Man!!!!!! You are the only person I know who has one entire shelf dedicated to only Cohibas! :banger
Amazing progress down the slope! |
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Awesome!!!!
:tu Chris..... |
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That is a gorgeous piece brother... Just remember though... you thought you would never fill the two Vinos!!!
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Beautiful!! :tu
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It's empty, but what you gonna do? :r |
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My Lord!
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Quite impressive, Shawn, congratulations! :tu
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WOW!!! Priceless!! :)
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That is purdy
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Brilliant post mate :) I can feel my feet sliding along the slope already :(
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Congrats brother, on two accounts. First for the fabulous humi and cigar collection, and second on a wife who permits you to enjoy your hobby. :tu
I could have helped provide a solution for you though. I'd have taken one of those plastic bins for you. You know, just to help. :r |
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It always ends with a cabinet or a walk-in, eh? Hahaha... awesome looking cabinet, man!
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The end? I don't think so.......
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Have you ordered that second cabinet yet, Fox? Envious minds want to know.
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Wow,,,,impressive and would love to have that in my house.
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LOL - I was just thinking the same thing. It's actually funny that he thinks it's "the end of the slope" . . . :ss Ron |
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