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A year or so ago I wanted a way to tote my miter gauge to/from WoodCraft to use in the classes I teach so I built this carrying case. A Tool Coffin, if you will. On my miter gauge, I replaced the handle with one of more significance. Pic 4 & 5 show it. Here's another one I upgraded.
I also added a holder for the wrenches. A small block with a few Rare Earth magnets suffices:

I am a true believer in making your tools work better for you. If that means replacing a handle, the so be it. If that means drilling a hole in the top of your tablesaw, then so be it.
I have no idea what wood the handle is. It was from the bargain bin at WC. The coffin was built from Luan. The gussets on the inside really make a difference in adding strength. Not so pretty to look at, but very functional. I am pleased with it.
-- Backer boards, stop blocks, build oversized, and never buy a hand plane--
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Joe Lyddon
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#1 posted 269 days ago
That’s a COOL tool tote coffin! LOL
Good job!
-- Have Fun! Joe Lyddon - Alta Loma, CA USA - Home: http://www.WoodworkStuff.net ... My Small Gallery: http://www.ncwoodworker.net/pp/showgallery.php?ppuser=1389&cat=500"
shipwright
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#2 posted 269 days ago
A miter tote to die for …. just sayin’
Nice one and I like the humor.
-- Paul M ..............If God wanted us to have fiberglass boats he would have given us fiberglass trees. http://prmdesigns.com/
redryder
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#3 posted 268 days ago
If you showed up at my shop toting a “tool coffin”, I think I would stand back and let you have the floor.
Well done…....................
-- mike...............
WoodenFrog
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#4 posted 268 days ago
Looking Good Rance! Looking good!
I happen to have a fondness for coffins!
Well and the Macabre! I like Guitar cases made and coffins and such!
Keep up the good work!
-- Robert B. Sabina, Ohio.....
Monte Pittman
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#5 posted 268 days ago
Good job.
I have seen pistol cases shaped like coffins. Not sure that’s a good idea, but this one is great.
-- Mother Nature created it, I just assemble it. - It's not ability that we often lack, but the patience to use our ability
Jim Jakosh
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#6 posted 268 days ago
Great storage box, Rance. Paul beat me to the line I was going to use!!
That is sweet. Abby would love it!!
-- Jim Jakosh.....Practical Wood Products...........Learn something new every day!!
HillbillyShooter
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#7 posted 268 days ago
Great ideas. The “coffin” is very nicely done, but the handle and hex key holder are something I could use. Well done and thanks for sharing.
-- John C. -- "Firearms are second only to the Constitution in importance; they are the peoples' liberty's teeth." George Washington
HillbillyShooter
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#8 posted 268 days ago
Great ideas. The “coffin” is very nicely done, but the handle and hex key holder are something I could use. Well done and thanks for sharing.
Apologies for this double post—all I can say is I wish I knew how to use this damn iPad.
-- John C. -- "Firearms are second only to the Constitution in importance; they are the peoples' liberty's teeth." George Washington
jbswearingen
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#9 posted 268 days ago
Whoa!
So, uh, do you mind if I steal your idea for my Incra gauge?
-- Semper fi, Brad
lumberjoe
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#10 posted 268 days ago
I thought for a minute your incra miter gauge went to tool heaven
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rance
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#11 posted 268 days ago
“To Die For”, “Tool Heaven”, those are funny. I like to add a little funny to my projects and my woodworking. Thanks guys.
Brad, go ahead, that’s one of the reasons I post things like this. Oh, and also to keep Rod in check.
Oh, the handle has a CA finish. Another point to note would be when lightening a box like this, alternating solid wood and thin plywood works well. Ya just can’t join corners like this with just the thin plywood alone. For less weight, make the shorter sides from the solid wood.
-- Backer boards, stop blocks, build oversized, and never buy a hand plane--
MonteCristo
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#12 posted 268 days ago
Nice tote ! Maybe it could be reconfigured inside for the descrete hitman who likes to look after his equipment. Given the coffin shape, there could be repeat sales here . . .
-- Dwight - "Free legal advice available - contact Dewey, Cheetam & Howe""
Dusty56
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#13 posted 268 days ago
A lot of good ideas in your project. Thanks for posting it : )
-- When did quiet and quite become the same word ? I'm guessing about the same time as your and you're did.
kiefer
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#14 posted 268 days ago
I thought you where showing us an early Halloween prop .
Yes that does get attention anywhere.
-- Kiefer 松
Woodbutcher3
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#15 posted 267 days ago
I miter known you’d put this one up. Another fun project well executed and laid to rest.
Now git all the other great stuff up here for the folks to see!
You’re hiddin’ that creativity and talent under a basket!
-- Rod ~ There's never enough time to finish a project, but there's always time to start another one.
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