Thread: Anyone build their own display case?

Already I can see the need for my own display case. I'll need to get a router though if I want to build something nice....I'm thinking about a glass-door cabinet, mounted to the bathroom wall, with at least three shelves.

Has anyone built their own case? Will you share pics?

Though it's a big thread, there is one called "show us your shave den" that will have some ideas in it.

My straight razor "shave den" is just a wooden cigar box that I lined with a piece of black felt.

Originally Posted by gcbryan

My straight razor "shave den" is just a wooden cigar box that I lined with a piece of black felt.

Hey, you've got to start somewhere!

Ive made a couple displays. Its not too hard to do. But i will saythat it would be better if you dont hang it in the bathroom. Too much moisture going on in that room, and it could cause you rust issues.

Mine are in a humidor (not seasoned) with a felt pen tray inside. Underneath the tray, I have two large “rechargeable” desiccants to keep the humidity low. The gauge in the humidor reads between 50-60 most of the time. After I shave, I dry the razor thoroughly, apply a few drops of razor oil and put back in the case. Never had a problem.

Gasman,

Those are very nice! I especially like your larger cabinet.....The only thing I'd do differently is have a label by each razor with some basic info.

I re-oil my razor after each shave, 9 years in a bathroom has caused zero rust issues for me but thanks for the advice.

Solid Jerry very solid! Especially the TROOPER!
"Run to the hills"

Thank Neehooya. I thought that beer was ok. But not good enough to buy another 6 pack. Kept one full just for display.
I did think about labels but i found i moved them around a lot. Depending on what needed honed or what i used last. I dont use those any more. I have a cabinet for my razors. Holds more, and seporated by size. Cabinet has 18 drawers.
Think i got a pic on my phone...

I just looked at the pic again. @Neehooya, You sure got good eyes to pick that beer out, and know what it is. Wait, I bet you have had a few. Now it makes sense to me. Drink on bro and Iron Maiden Rules! OK, Back to the OP.

BTW, The cabinet is an apothecary cabinet from the 1800's made in Japan. Still has Japanese writing on each drawer. I didn't make it. But it damn near full now. I got to quit buying razors some day. Ha.