I am truely sorry that this happened to you. If he is out of business as you state it will be really hard to get something back but I would still try. I think I know who you are talking about and he has alot of issues right now.
I build cutom humidor cabinets and I rarely take deposits. It has bit me a few times when folks back out but I have not had a problem selling the cabinet anyway.
That is why I'm cutting him some slack as he does have a lot of personal problems. I don't want to add to his issues but wanted to caution others about what can happen. If I don't get some resolution shortly I'll let people know what is up and how I plan to deal with it.
I did put in an order for a cabinet and hopefully that will end up better. I have plans to finish off the basement and may put aside some space for a humidor/wine cellar so that should help with storage. The only problem with a consolidated humidor is that the Mrs. can now quantify my collection as opposed to the coolers and humidors are scattered all around.
I will keep you in mind if I decide to expand yet again