In short order, Old Warson was the proud owner of a beautifully designed, hand-crafted humidor. The creators took equal pride in having built something that the members will enjoy for years to come. The new humidor is essentially self-service. A staff member unlocks the unit and allows the member time to peruse and explore. Shakiba indicated that sales are improved by this approach, since members delight in taking their guest to the humidor to make selections.
Checks are available nearby for the member to record and sign for their purchase.
The cigar offerings are priced reasonably, in a way that allows the clubs to replenish and expand the inventory. The growth of the cigar program brings with it some inherent but not unexpected problems. While the situation has been improving lately, the club has experienced some difficulty keeping higher quality cigars in stock. The rationing of extremely popular cigars, while not a regular practice, has been implemented on occasion to prevent any one person from exhausting a single supply. The use of a wide-range of suppliers has allowed Old Warson to shop around and find the cigar that will suit the club's needs most effectively.