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One of a kind · Handcrafted

Every ash deserves a worthy resting place.

Solid-wood cigar ashtrays, each turned by hand from a single block. Live bark edges, natural grain, no two ever the same — darn near perfect, by design.

100%Handmade
10+Wood species
1 of 1Every piece
Large Black Walnut handmade cigar ashtray
Featured Black Walnut · Live Edge
The Collection

Handpicked from the bench

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Workshop / maker portrait
Our Story

A block of wood, a steady hand, and a whole lot of patience.

Darn Near Perfect began with a simple frustration — no ashtray ever felt worthy of a good cigar. So we started making our own. Each one is cut, hollowed, and finished by hand from solid hardwood, keeping the natural bark, grain, and character of the tree it came from.

We don't mass-produce. We don't mold. We let the wood decide what it wants to be — and that's exactly why no two are ever alike.

01
Solid hardwoodNever veneer or composite
02
Live natural edgesBark kept where it counts
03
Food-safe finishSealed to last for years
04
Truly one-of-oneYour piece is the only one
— Darn Near Perfect, by hand.
Why Each Piece Is Unique

Ten woods. Infinite character.

Every species brings its own color, grain, and story. The same design carved from two different blocks will never look the same twice.

01American BeechPale, fine, smooth grain
02Ambrosia MapleStreaked, mineral lines
03BirchLight, satin sheen
04Black LocustGolden, dense, durable
05Black WalnutRich chocolate tones
06Box ElderCrimson flame figure
07CedarAromatic, warm red
08CherryDeepens with age
09OakBold open grain
10Spalted MapleInky natural veining
How It's Made

From raw log to your lounge

1

Select the block

We hand-pick a solid section of hardwood, reading the grain and bark for its best face.

2

Carve & hollow

The bowl and cigar rests are cut by hand, following the wood's natural shape rather than forcing it.

3

Sand & refine

Hours of progressive sanding bring out the figure and leave a finish smooth to the touch.

4

Seal & ship

A durable, heat-conscious finish is applied, then your one-of-a-kind piece is boxed and sent.

In Their Words

Listen to our happy customers

Customer video 01
Robert M.Black Walnut owner
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Customer video 02
James D.Cherry slopped-edge owner
0:57
★★★★★

"Photos don't do it justice. The bark edge and grain are stunning — it's the centerpiece of my humidor room now."

RM
Robert McAllisterBoston, MA
★★★★★

"Knowing mine is the only one exactly like it makes it feel special every time I light up. Worth every penny."

JD
James DonovanAustin, TX
★★★★★

"Beautifully made and seriously solid. You can feel the hours of handwork in it. Shipped fast and packed with care."

ET
Eric ThompsonDenver, CO
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