Aristocrat Humidors - still in business?

borndead1 · 11-06-2019, 08:37 PM

I moved into a small space. REALLY small. So looking at the 2 fridgerdors, 3 desktops, and large coolerdor, I'm like...why have I been in denial for so long about needing a cabinet?

Not ready to take the plunge yet, but ready to start looking. I only wanna spend this money once. Is Mr. Staebell still making cabinets?

If not, can anyone recommend a good source for a climate controlled cabinet?

Thanks.

icehog3 · 11-06-2019, 11:33 PM

Mark, I believe it was about a year ago that Bob retired from cabinet building. He still provides support to customers and possibly some accessories for humidification or cooling, but no more of his beautiful cabinets.

I know AdamJoshua recently bought an Avallo, you might be interested to hear his thoughts now that he's had it a while.

mosesbotbol · 11-07-2019, 09:32 AM

I know someone who may be selling their Aristocrat, but it's in MA and shipping may not make it such a value to you.

Check your locale for custom cabinet makers. There's not that much secret to making a cabinet for cigars. You can get pictures of where the fans are and the weather stripping used from members here.

4WheelVFR · 11-07-2019, 02:05 PM

Michael Dixon Humidors came highly recommended from Bob himself. Might be worth checking out.

elderboy02 · 11-07-2019, 02:21 PM

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Originally Posted by 4WheelVFR

Michael Dixon Humidors came highly recommended from Bob himself. Might be worth checking out.

$35,000! Dude is crazy! https://www.michaeldixonhumidors.com...binet-full.htm

markem · 11-07-2019, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by elderboy02

$35,000! Dude is crazy! https://www.michaeldixonhumidors.com...binet-full.htm

Perfect for storing those flavored cigars.

4WheelVFR · 11-07-2019, 07:12 PM

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Originally Posted by elderboy02

$35,000! Dude is crazy! https://www.michaeldixonhumidors.com...binet-full.htm

Haha yes they are some high priced humidors for sure.

borndead1 · 11-07-2019, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by elderboy02

$35,000! Dude is crazy! https://www.michaeldixonhumidors.com...binet-full.htm

Knock a zero off that price and we can talk.

borndead1 · 11-07-2019, 07:31 PM

I checked out Bob's website, and he still sells climate control installation kits. So I guess my plan as of now will be to buy a regular cabinet humidor and install the climate control stuff.

icehog3 · 11-07-2019, 11:55 PM

Sounds like a plan, Mark. Let us know how it goes.

AdamJoshua · 11-08-2019, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by borndead1

I checked out Bob's website, and he still sells climate control installation kits. So I guess my plan as of now will be to buy a regular cabinet humidor and install the climate control stuff.

Not a big fan of Avallo cabinets (not the new ones since the kid took over) but their set and forget stuff is on part with Bob's and they actually have better controls, easier to set, things like that. Worth doing a comparison.

xFreebirdx · 11-09-2019, 06:43 AM

Compared to this, Michael Dixon's is a bargain.

https://www.humidordiscount.com/ador...d-edition-2018

AdamJoshua · 11-09-2019, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by xFreebirdx

Compared to this, Michael Dixon's is a bargain.

https://www.humidordiscount.com/ador...d-edition-2018

Damn it no longer available.

As soon as i read this i knew i had to have it.

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However that was another challenge for him, because cigars require an increased humidity of about 68-72%

markem · 11-09-2019, 10:25 AM

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Originally Posted by xFreebirdx

Compared to this, Michael Dixon's is a bargain.

https://www.humidordiscount.com/ador...d-edition-2018

I must say that I have been a bit disappointed in this cabinet since it arrived in my house. There are times, especially when the doors are open, when the humidity is outside of spec. I expected better quality for my money.

AdamJoshua · 11-09-2019, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by markem

I must say that I have been a bit disappointed in this cabinet since it arrived in my house. There are times, especially when the doors are open, when the humidity is outside of spec. I expected better quality for my money.

Did you find a compartment with gold bars hidden in it?

markem · 11-09-2019, 11:01 AM

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Originally Posted by AdamJoshua

Did you find a compartment with gold bars hidden in it?

No, and I even had an MRI done on it!

AdamJoshua · 11-09-2019, 11:14 AM

That's exactly what someone that did find gold bars would say.

markem · 11-09-2019, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by AdamJoshua

That's exactly what someone that did find gold bars would say.

mosesbotbol · 11-11-2019, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by borndead1

Knock a zero off that price and we can talk.

Knock a zero off and I am still thinking twice..

Don Fernando · 11-11-2019, 06:31 PM

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Originally Posted by xFreebirdx

Compared to this, Michael Dixon's is a bargain.

https://www.humidordiscount.com/ador...d-edition-2018

I saw this thing with my own two eyes 2 years ago, at the Intertabac trade show. I didn't knew the price back then, nor that it was a one of a kind thing. The moment I saw it I said to my buddy: that thing is UGLY

11-06-2019, 08:37 PM	#1
borndead1 Ayatollah of Rock n Rolla Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Lancaster, CA Posts: 1,345 Trading: (7)	Aristocrat Humidors - still in business? I moved into a small space. REALLY small. So looking at the 2 fridgerdors, 3 desktops, and large coolerdor, I'm like...why have I been in denial for so long about needing a cabinet? Not ready to take the plunge yet, but ready to start looking. I only wanna spend this money once. Is Mr. Staebell still making cabinets? If not, can anyone recommend a good source for a climate controlled cabinet? Thanks. __________________ None are more hopelessly enslaved than those who falsely believe they are free.

11-06-2019, 11:33 PM	#2
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,295 Trading: (60)	Re: Aristocrat Humidors - still in business? Mark, I believe it was about a year ago that Bob retired from cabinet building. He still provides support to customers and possibly some accessories for humidification or cooling, but no more of his beautiful cabinets. I know AdamJoshua recently bought an Avallo, you might be interested to hear his thoughts now that he's had it a while. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

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4WheelVFR Wild'n since '87 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ray Location: Little Egypt Posts: 1,342 Trading: (36)	Re: Aristocrat Humidors - still in business? Michael Dixon Humidors came highly recommended from Bob himself. Might be worth checking out.

11-07-2019, 07:31 PM	#9
borndead1 Ayatollah of Rock n Rolla Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Mark Location: Lancaster, CA Posts: 1,345 Trading: (7)	Re: Aristocrat Humidors - still in business? I checked out Bob's website, and he still sells climate control installation kits. So I guess my plan as of now will be to buy a regular cabinet humidor and install the climate control stuff. __________________ None are more hopelessly enslaved than those who falsely believe they are free.

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icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,295 Trading: (60)	Re: Aristocrat Humidors - still in business? Sounds like a plan, Mark. Let us know how it goes. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

11-09-2019, 06:43 AM	#12
xFreebirdx Patriot Guard Rider Join Date: Feb 2012 First Name: Eddie Location: Landrum, SC Posts: 201 Trading: (2)	Re: Aristocrat Humidors - still in business? Compared to this, Michael Dixon's is a bargain. https://www.humidordiscount.com/ador...d-edition-2018 __________________ Veteran: ★US ARMY 78 - 81★.......★Patriot Guard Rider ID#45266 07/06/06★

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AdamJoshua Article 4 Free Inhabitant Join Date: Jan 2013 First Name: The Other Adam Location: Satellite Beach Posts: 14,787 Trading: (40)	Re: Aristocrat Humidors - still in business? That's exactly what someone that did find gold bars would say.