This is the second box in book "Box Making Basics". It means I've progressed from page 31 to 34! The box it made from quarter-sawn Sycamore and measures 4 1/2 deep by 6 1/4 wide by 1 9/16 tall. It is a slightly late Christmas present for my neighbors daughter.
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It came out better than the first box I made. This time I cut the miters on the table saw instead of using the SCMS. I used my Dubby and set it to 45 degrees by eye. I have since invested 3.99 in an artists triangle! Still, the miters are almost perfect!
The keys were easier to cut as I acquired a Whiteside slot cutter and arbor to replace the little 1/4 shaft router bit I used last time. Much nicer and it allowed me to use the jig I built to hold the box and keep my fingers at a safe distance. (Still have all ten!)
I didn't use clamps this time when assembling the carcass instead taping the sides together and rolling them up. This was easier and worked well. I used blue painters masking tape I had laying around and found it stretches. Next time I'll round up some real packing tape.
The finish is Deft lacquer, another first for me. Too cold in the shop for finishing so I spread garbage bags out on the kitchen counter and worked in the house. It went well and I am pleased with the result.
Now I need to make another out of the mystery wood I brought home from the dump for my daughter. Then its on to page 37 - Lever-Action Pen-and-Pencil Box!
Thanks for looking.
Dave Fried