Thread: reproduction barber's box

Both boxes looked fantastic!
I would love to make something like that when I have some time for it.

I love that, Lexsportsman. That's exactly what I'm looking for!

Old Blades, did you make that second box? You have some talent for carpentry.

My dad in his retirement, has taken to woodworking and is looking for projects.
So i gave him one and drew up some plans Inspired by Oldblades' barbers box , and worked on it with him.

Its made of cedar reclaimed from some old window frames or something.
the timber was put through a thicknesser and dressed up like new.

Unfortunately i couldn't find brass lockable latch.
Apart from that, all fittings are brass or brass coloured.

I took the pics on my phone a few minutes ago so i hope there's enough datail for you to see.

Oldblades, thanks much for the inspiration.







Ribbon allows access to rotation of razors



Mirror is held in place by tight fit, if it ever became loose, I could sink existing screws into mirror frame



Detail of groove cut into mirror frame as to accomodate spacer




The outside was given just a light cover of Danish Oil and the interior was left as raw Cedar , smells great and absorbs humidity/moisture away from blades.
Also blades kept in their individual boxes for the same reason ,as well as protection against possible impact damage against anything else as they're a snug fit.



I can also rest assured that my young kids cant get at them if they're locked up.

Thanks again Guys.

I am glad I could inspire such great work. Very impressive.
Thank you for sharing.
Tim

I love the design and the workmanship, How much are you going to sell them for I want one ?????

MARK

nice craftmanship on all the boxes. they look great

Originally Posted by MARKHOLLADAY

I love the design and the workmanship, How much are you going to sell them for I want one ?????

MARK

Thanks.
But I'd feel bad claiming the credit 'cause it was my Dad's workshop
and he did most of the work.

postage from Australia is probably a bit expensive for an item that size.

It was really just intended as a one off piece for my own use,
but if you wanted one identical, it'd probably be cheaper to get someone local to make you one to the same specs.

...or three and sell two to pay for your one .

I could measure it up, draw some plans and post that if you want.

Never saw this thread before. Great work guys. Very pretty pictures.