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Forum Box Swap
Russ Braun

Forum Box Swap

Segmented Lidded Box. 2.25" X 2.25". Inspired by Gabriel Hoff's efforts. I learned how challenging these little boxes are; my hat is off to you Gabriel. The rings are .125" tall and are comprised of 36 segments each. Woods used are: Wenge, Bloodwood, Redheart, Cherry, Holly, Walnut, Maple, Pernambuco, Yellowheart, and Purpleheart. The original lid was lost during buffing and has yet to be found. A replacement lid was made. I will commit to sending the original lid when found as you never know when you will blow your top.......having a back-up lid might come in handy, haha!!
Looks great Russ!! It is really challenging to hollow in such a small space. I really like how small the segments are and the shape and finish looks really superb! Great job!!
 
Outstanding!! Looks like a great form. I’m picturing the scale in my mind, but I know it’s gotta be even more impressive in person. Thinking about the glue up and keeping everything aligned gives me the heebie-jeebies. Whew!

Thank you so much for enthusiastically participating. Warms my heart!!
 
Nice one, Russ! All those little pieces ... definitely above my pay grade (and visual acuity) !!!

Mishaps are annoying. I've had at least five or six on my swap box so far. I guess this aging thing is having a deleterious effect on my turning ability. Hoping to finish & ship before the end of the month.:(
 

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