Quality Humidor

[rodwha]

I've read that those cheaper humidors ought be looked past as they just aren't built well and "leak." At what point does affordability and quality converge? Would it be fair to say $1/stick count is a fair humidor built well enough?

Is it a brand thing that constitutes a good deal? Im not looking for ornate but do want a nice looking glass top for the desk.

[Billb1960]

Sounds like a question for Kayla @cheaphumidors

[droy1958]

I HAD a Diamond Crown that I was happy with. It's floating around in Galveston Bay after Hurricane Ike, but I'm sure there's many more that are just as good....

[Mr Jones]

I would go with a Savoy.

[Big Bull]

Glass tops can be a humidity nightmare. I would honestly go with a solid box.

[UncleFesterESQ]

If you go with glass, make sure you add some sealant. The word on the street is the majority of glass top humidors have leak issues. They are beautiful as hell IMHO.

[HTML5 Gordon]

I would go with a Savoy.

I agree with this. Savoy is a great humidor that still won't break the budget (but will be more than your $1 per stick estimate). Very well made, easy to season, and I have never had one with a leak. Best mass produced option, IMO.

[rodwha]

Is this an issue with most any humidor (glass leaking)? How do you fix it without jacking it up (don't want to see silicone seams)?

I can certainly handle a solid box if necessary. I'd like an easy box that doesn't need a lot of work done to it to make it work well.

Looking at what CI offers I'm guessing they are sub par (glass tops).

[JollyRogers]

I've heard use clear aquarium sealant, or maybe something like this: DAP Household-Waterproof-Adhesive-2-8-Ounce

I remember @ammodors had a recommendation in another thread, maybe they'll chime in.

[OtismyMan]

If you decide on a solid box (no glass top) check out Daniel Marshall Humidors. They are American made and are top notch, and you pay for it. However, they have "Private Stock" (scratch and dent) that they offer at a big discount. I have one and am extremely satisfied. I really can't find anything wrong with it that would make it "Private Stock" and have heard others say the same about theirs. If you send them an email and ask what "Private Stock" is available they will email you back with the current stock and prices.