Post by: RonC on October 14, 2014, 07:41:36 PM
I found a wooden sewing box that had possibilities. The base was very flimsy, so I reinforced it with three pieces of 1" x 1". The hinges and other metal work were just as flimsy, so I headed to Ace hardware to find more substantial replacements. Here is how the box looked after replacing some pieces of metal. You can just see a 1 x 1 on the bottom:
(http://imageshack.com/a/img538/6617/77st5X.jpg)
Some of the metal reinforcement and handles:
(http://imageshack.com/a/img538/269/U9y9cQ.jpg)
(http://imageshack.com/a/img536/8752/qe9fri.jpg)
The next step was to build a shelf. The shelf was made using part of an old, 3x5 card holder:
(http://imageshack.com/a/img912/6241/ovYqm7.jpg)
(http://imageshack.com/a/img673/7070/y6QhHE.jpg)
And the finished product:
(http://imageshack.com/a/img742/6784/mUL70u.jpg)
Ron
Post by: Two Steps on October 14, 2014, 07:55:40 PM
Al
Post by: RonC on October 14, 2014, 08:07:50 PM
Couldn't have done it without the help of the cat, Rusty.
Ron
Post by: snake eyes on October 15, 2014, 11:09:41 AM
:)
snake-eyes
Post by: RonC on October 15, 2014, 11:25:18 AM
He can be found draped around my shoulders while cleaning guns or reloading. During the Winter, he makes a warm collar when I am at the computer.
He also has our 3 Greyhound dogs thoroughly intimidated.
Ron
Post by: snake eyes on October 15, 2014, 11:46:29 AM
Do you have a photo or two of the box as you found it???? Also outside
dimensions of bottom 1/2 of box?? Did you line the rope holes with anything??
Thanks
snake-eyes
Post by: RonC on October 15, 2014, 12:31:39 PM
The first photo with the cat in the box is as close to original as I have. The only addition I had made at that time were the interior right angle brackets, one of which can be seen to the right, behind the cat.
I just tried to put the holes for the rope at the same location on each side.
The bottom measures 13 3/4 x 11". The height from the original bottom is 11". Add another 1" roughly for the 1 x 1 stock I place on the bottom, the 3 of which can be seen in the second photo.
Ron
Post by: gunmaker on October 15, 2014, 12:48:04 PM
Post by: snake eyes on October 15, 2014, 12:53:58 PM
Think I'll check out a few thrift shops and yard sales for something similar.
snake-eyes
Post by: RonC on October 15, 2014, 07:20:25 PM
Quote from: "gunmaker"
Thats using yer noggin, good job....Does the cat AND your gear all fit in it ????? I'm eyeing the wifes sewing box right now...TomI am afraid that the cat has to stay home and protect all my shooting gear. :lol
(http://imageshack.com/a/img841/4994/ohhp.jpg)
(There is a story that goes with that silliness
)Ron
Post by: Kermit on October 17, 2014, 11:27:20 AM
Post by: ironsides on November 05, 2014, 11:37:01 AM
Thanks for the inspiration! I plan on making a range box using the same type as yours. I want to pattern it after an old box my wife and I found at an antique store. I have no idea how old it is or who made it (any ideas folks?). It is too fragile to use as a range box but can be a model. Mine won't be near as fancy (first project).
ironsides
Post by: snake eyes on November 05, 2014, 12:01:14 PM
Ironsides,
Any plans for staining? Turned out great! HWL dimensions if you would.
Thanks
snake-eyes
Post by: ironsides on November 05, 2014, 12:11:51 PM
Wish I could claim I made it. I can't cut a straight line in wood using a laser guided table saw! I picked this up at Hobby Lobby for $24.99. The box is approximately 10 1/4" H x 12 3/4" W x 10 1/4" D.
I am looking to stain it with Minwax Early American so it won't be as dark as the box I am using as a guide.
Post by: snake eyes on November 05, 2014, 12:20:27 PM
Quote from: "ironsides"
I can't cut a straight line in wood using a laser guided table saw!
I am the same way :shake [/color]
Post by: RonC on November 05, 2014, 07:51:51 PM
Ron
Post by: ironsides on November 05, 2014, 08:01:19 PM
We will see how the finished product looks (hopefully close to the box I am trying to copy). Will post photos when done.
Post by: RonC on November 05, 2014, 08:43:41 PM
Ron
Post by: Mad Irish Jack on December 31, 2014, 12:15:35 AM