Crazy advice needed :P

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If that is what you really want, then by all means; go for it.
What advice has been given to you is right on.
It's always nice to have a good looking humidor to be proud of.
Personally, I think it is better to start cheaper/easier till you get the hang of dealing with sensitive and precious objects of desire.
I have only one "wooden" humidor that my father made in the early 50's.
425 individual pieces in the construction.
All "exotic" woods from around the world.