October 28, 20169 yr Had a case of gap-osis between the pages. After I finally got ALL the hinges installed....I clamped the box hinge side down in the end vise. I started out with a back saw, and then a crosscut saw. Saw was started in one of the gaps, and then I worked my way along. Each Gap was sawn the same way. Had to then open the box up, and finish things smooth with a plane, and a sander.....of course, some dummy forgot to bring the camera along......then had MORE errands to do... Finally was able to sneak back down to the shop..... Added dust covers on each end. Will order a bag of latches this weekend, too. One corner is bad...meh, adds character. Like how the gaps have go away, almost? Open the lid....then Turn a page. Need to clean these out...then.. All opened up. Yep, this one is facing the other way....meh. Got out the "Honey Jar" and got it all mixed up....had a test to do.. Trying to decide IF I like it this flavour....or maybe a bit redder? Depends on the lighting.. bTW: I finally took a tape measure to this box.....side to side= 11-3/16", front to back=8-5/8", height=5-9/16"......not too bad, for not having a written plan. Will try to order a bag of latches this weekend. I figure I can final sand, clean out, and add a finish, THEN add the latches......still working on a handle of some sort......this will be stacked with the rest of the wood boxes in the shop. May have to build a cabinet to hold them all....someday. Might even find some labels to attach to the box, when everything is done? Stay tuned..
October 28, 20169 yr 59 minutes ago, steven newman said: Might even find some labels to attach to the box, when everything is done? Looks great Steven. No labels though...IMHO, your talents should consider some handcrafted, either hand carved, wood burned or even paint stick ID plates; could be from 1/4" ply or thin sliced stock (e.g. Ron A's Rocking Horse plate)...maybe even just done on the case depending on case sizes...would (no pun) seem more fitting; even could finish in silver or gold leaf...just my $.02. Edited October 28, 20169 yr by Grandpadave52
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