Oak and Leather Case DIY

[nztimb]

The outer frames are 1x2 or 1x3 I’m assuming, but what are the top and bottom? Solid panelling?

All 1/2 in thick with the top and bottom machined down to 1/2" from an 8x1 or 1x8 for some of you.

 

[Aaron N]

All 1/2 in thick with the top and bottom machined down to 1/2" from an 8x1 or 1x8 for some of you.
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That’s what I was thinking! Looks amazing

 

[horsedoc49]

That’s what I was thinking! Looks amazing

Von Gruff, that is some really fine work you’ve done! I’ve also been fiddling with repairing old gun cases/trunks. Lots of patience required. I wish my work was up to your standards, and I concur that the cartridge block looks great.

 

[nztimb]

Von Gruff, that is some really fine work you’ve done! I’ve also been fiddling with repairing old gun cases/trunks. Lots of patience required. I wish my work was up to your standards, and I concur that the cartridge block looks great.

Thank you. Have always liked "making stuff" and fortunately guns and knives with their associated bits form the main part of that

 

[Rolf_T]

I made a case for my double in 470Ne mainly for using to/from the range. The hides been used are Kudu, Blue Wildebeest and a Red Stag for the inner lid: