The Preston Bubinga Imperfect
The Preston Bubinga Imperfect is a handcrafted cigar humidor made from premium bubinga wood with an imperfect grain finish. Priced at $89.99, it provides a compact, airtight storage solution ideal for protecting a modest collection of premium cigars in a stylish home or office setting.
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Key features
- Material — solid bubinga wood with natural grain.
- Finish — imperfect grain for unique look.
- Capacity — holds up to 25 cigars.
- Seal — airtight gasket for stable humidity.
- Humidifier tray — removable for easy maintenance.
- Interior lining — Spanish cedar preserves aroma.
- Hardware — brass latch and foot.
Pros
- +Handcrafted wood gives a distinctive, elegant appearance.
- +Airtight seal maintains consistent humidity levels.
- +Compact size fits comfortably on a desk or shelf.
Cons
- −Limited capacity compared to larger commercial humidors.
- −No built-in electronic humidity control; requires manual humidifier.
About The Preston Bubinga Imperfect
What is The Preston Bubinga Imperfect?
The Preston Bubinga Imperfect is a handcrafted cigar humidor offered through 1st Class Cigar Humidors, built around the warm, reddish-brown tones of bubinga — an African hardwood prized by furniture makers and luthiers for its dramatic grain. The "Imperfect" label simply means this unit carries minor cosmetic quirks from the milling or finishing stage, which is exactly why it lands at a friendlier price than a flawless example of the same humidor would command.
Key features
- Exterior wood — solid bubinga with a high-gloss finish that highlights the natural figure of the grain.
- Imperfect grading — small surface or finish blemishes that lower the price without affecting how the humidor functions.
- Cigar-friendly interior — built to the same standards as 1st Class Cigar Humidors' premium line, intended to hold humidity steady around the 70 percent range cigars prefer.
- Tabletop form factor — a desk-sized humidor meant to live on a shelf, credenza, or office desk rather than be moved frequently.
- Display-ready aesthetic — the bubinga grain reads as warm and richly figured under room lighting, giving it presence as a furniture piece.
- SKU PRB4_sd — the specific run sold as a discounted, second-quality unit through 1st Class Cigar Humidors.
- Listed at $89.99 — currently in stock and priced well below comparable first-quality bubinga humidors.
Who is The Preston Bubinga Imperfect for?
This one is aimed at the cigar enthusiast who wants a real wood humidor with character but does not want to spend several hundred dollars to get there. It suits intermediate collectors moving up from an entry-level acrylic jar or a starter box, as well as gift givers shopping for a den, home office, or man cave. Anyone fussy about flawless showroom finishes should look at the standard (non-Imperfect) version instead.
How does The Preston Bubinga Imperfect compare?
Against budget mahogany or cherry-veneer humidors, the bubinga construction here looks and feels noticeably more upscale, and the wood itself is denser and more visually distinctive. Compared to first-quality boutique humidors at twice the price, you are accepting cosmetic seconds in exchange for real savings. Versus travel cases or acrylic jars, this is a stationary display humidor — better suited to long-term storage at home than to taking cigars on the road.
Best use cases
- →Home office display for a personal cigar collection.
- →Bar countertop storage for occasional smokers.
- →Travel companion for short trips with a limited number of cigars.
Is The Preston Bubinga Imperfect right for you?
Buy the Preston Bubinga Imperfect if you own a modest cigar stash and appreciate handcrafted wood. It suits beginners who want reliable humidity without complex electronics, as well as seasoned smokers who desire a decorative piece. Consider larger, climate-controlled humidors only if you need to store over 50 cigars or require digital monitoring.
How it compares: Against standard acrylic humidors, the Preston Bubinga Imperfect offers superior wood aesthetics and natural cedar lining, though it lacks the high capacity and built-in digital controls of premium climate-controlled models.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What material is the Preston Bubinga Imperfect made from?
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The humidor is constructed from solid bubinga wood, a dense hardwood known for its rich color and natural grain, and it features a Spanish cedar interior lining to help preserve cigar aroma.
Does the humidor include a humidifier?
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The humidor comes with a removable humidifier tray that fits a standard 100 ml humidifier, allowing you to add your own moisture source and maintain the desired humidity level.
How many cigars can it store?
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Designed for a modest collection, the Preston Bubinga Imperfect can comfortably hold up to 25 premium cigars while keeping them protected in an airtight environment.
Is the humidor suitable for travel?
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Its compact dimensions and sturdy brass hardware make it a practical travel companion for short trips, though you should pack it carefully to avoid impact on the wooden finish.
Can I use this humidor in a humid climate?
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Yes, the airtight gasket and removable humidifier tray allow you to control internal humidity, making it effective in both dry and humid environments when paired with an appropriate humidifier.
How much does The Preston Bubinga Imperfect cost?
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The Preston Bubinga Imperfect is $89.99 at 1st Class Cigar Humidors. Prices may change — click through to 1st Class Cigar Humidors for the latest.
Is The Preston Bubinga Imperfect in stock at 1st Class Cigar Humidors?
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Yes, The Preston Bubinga Imperfect is currently in stock at 1st Class Cigar Humidors.
Specifications
- SKU
- PRB4_sd