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Named Elgin for Elgin, Illinois, this keepsake box is made from Jatoba and Leopardwood with Ebony and Purpleheart inserts. It is 10" wide by 8" deep by 4 1/2" tall. Fitted with Brusso hinges and an unknown full mortise lock, all in brass. Finish is 7 coats of tung oil with hand rubbed wax. Thanks for looking…

Tom

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I got 2 Words for that.

BAD ASS.

very sweet. Very nice contracts of wood and inlays.

I'm impressed…

Very good work…

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It's been a while since I've seen one of your "place-named" boxes posted, Tom. This one was worth the wait. The design, wood selection, and precision are amazing!
 

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Very well done, Tom. It's a pleasure to see your work again.
 

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Simply gorgeous…
 

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Tight and right. Thanks for posting another beauty.
 

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Really really nice. Great proportions and sharp details. Great job.
 

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Thanks guys… This one was fun to do…

Hey Charlie, when do we get to see some projects from that new saw???
 

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Enjoyed reviewing all your boxes… beautiful work. Your a top notch craftsman.
 
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