| Project by g_burky | posted 838 days ago | 844 views | 4 times favorited | 5 comments |  |
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I built this set as a present for my nephew for Christmas 2010. The design is based on a picture I saw in a magazine.
Sides and drawer are red elm. Drawer dividers are walnut. Top and bottom were leftover flooring from a bathroom remodel.
Joinery was rabbeted in order to meet my deadline… Santa’s workshop was BOOKED.
Top was masked and painted by my wife. Entire pieces was finished with polyurethane.
-- Greg, Ohio
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Ken90712
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#1 posted 838 days ago
Very nice, Looks great!
-- Ken, "Everyday above ground is a good day!"
Kathy
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#2 posted 838 days ago
This is a neat project! Can I ask how you made the holes in the top for the marbles to fit in while playing?
Thanks!!
-- curious woodworker
Brandon
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#3 posted 838 days ago
Looks great! The drawer organizer is an excellent idea. I have fond memories playing Chinese Checkers as a kid. I may try to make one of these.
-- "hold fast to that which is good"
g_burky
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#4 posted 837 days ago
Kathy – Holes were created using a marble drill bit from Rockler (item 41463). With a little adjustment to make the depth to my liking, it worked pretty good. I recommend using it with a drill press for best results.
The thought also crossed my mind to use a 1/2” or 9/16” ball end mill but those get a little pricier…
Marbles were also from Rockler (item 41015) but they can be purchased many places online.
-- Greg, Ohio
Kathy
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#5 posted 837 days ago
WOW! There really is a tool for everything. Thanks for your reply:)
-- curious woodworker
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