As a Safety Engineer, I am constantly driven to find the best solutions to known and unforeseen problems. One fall afternoon in 2020, a seemingly insignificant incident sparked an idea that would lead to a remarkable achievement. While taking a break from yard work, I rested my cigar on the garage door threshold, only to find it missing when I returned a few minutes later. This incident triggered an inspiration for a more secure and convenient way to rest a cigar.

Twenty-two days later, I woke up abruptly at 2:27 a.m., with a vivid image of a low- profile cigar rest design flooding my mind. Driven by the surge of creativity, I quickly drafted the design on paper before it faded away. Without wasting any time, I brought my creation to life and sent it off to production, eager to see it become a tangible reality.

Months of anticipation and hard work followed, as I tested the market's response to my innovative cigar rest. The initial feedback was overwhelmingly positive, resonating with cigar enthusiasts and connoisseurs. My invention received recognition from the United States Patent Office, granting me a United States Patent. This achievement filled me with a sense of accomplishment, knowing that my low-profile cigar rest was indeed the best solution I had set out to create.

In founding the Horst Cigar Collection, I discovered the true essence of being a tinker - a tireless pursuit of solutions, a relentless search for the best way, and the ability to turn a seemingly insignificant incident into a profound achievement. The collection goes beyond just cigar gear; it aims to enhance and cherish the timeless ritual of enjoying a premium cigar. Each item in the Horst Cigar Collection has been curated with meticulous care and attention to detail, allowing the most discerning aficionado to savor every moment in style and sophistication.