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This is my masterpiece. I was inspired by a Thos. Moser table and wanted to build something that would replace our tiny dining table, and be able to seat 10 when fully extended.
The middle leg is split in half, and each side forms a tripod, so the table is very sturdy when extended. There are two leaves, which are undergoing final sanding and prep for finishing. The finish is three coats of danish oil (four on the top) followed by two coats of wax. I was a little hesitant to do this finish for a dining table, but I love the look of this finish on cherry, and since I applied it originally, it will be easy for me to touch it up when needed.
This has been the most ambitious thing I’ve tried, and after sinking $1,000 into it for the lumber, I was under a lot of pressure to deliver. I think it turned out great.
If you’re interested in more details of the construction, check out my blog: www.oakparkwoodworker.com.
-- Bob, Oak Park Il, OakParkWoodworker.com
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trifern
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posted 179 days ago
That truly is a masterpiece Bob. The cherry is absolutely beautiful. Thank you for sharing.
-- My favorite piece is my last one, my best piece is my next one.
bbqking
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posted 179 days ago
Nothing says it better than going for broke, man. Being an Arts & Crafts builder myself, I’m here to tell you that this is great stuff. Nice clean lines, simple, timeless, Craftsman design that your grandkids’ grandkids will appreciate. I love it when builders aren’t afraid to use good thick lumber. As always, bbqKing
-- bbqKing, Lawrenceville
Scott Bryan
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posted 179 days ago
Bob,
You did a wonderful job on this table. I am a fan of arts and crafts furniture and cherry is my favorite wood with which to work. What is not to like about this table!!!!
Thanks for posting this. You just made my day.
-- With God's help all things are possible- even woodworking. Woodworking is not just a hobby, it is an (expletive deleted) expensive hobby.
Woodhacker
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posted 179 days ago
Fantastic table Bob! It is truly beautiful! You did a great job on the contruction. Thanks for sharing it.
-- Martin, Kansas
blackcherry
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posted 179 days ago
You got to love the table but you got to love the saving even more…Thos. Moser is like the oil barren of today no mercy…nice project enjoy the ageing process…Blkcherry
teenagewoodworker
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posted 179 days ago
that is a masterpiece. i love the look of cherry, it is such a beautiful wood and will age wonderfully too. thanks for the post.
tenontim
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posted 179 days ago
Very nice job on this table, Bob. The cherry will change into a really nice patina over the years. Did you make the chairs too?
-- Tim -- http://tmuli.com
griff
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posted 179 days ago
Great looking table, it is truly a masterpiece
-- Mike, Bruce Mississippi = Jack of many trades master of none
Todd A. Clippinger
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posted 179 days ago
Thos. Moser has been an inspiration to many a woodworker including myself. I think you did a great job!
-- Todd A. Clippinger, Montana, http://amcraftsman.com
DaveConry
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posted 179 days ago
That is a beautiful table Bob. Thanks for sharing it with us.
-- Evil can only thrive when good men do nothing.......E. Burke
BrianM
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posted 179 days ago
Excellent job Bob. Be proud of that one!
-- There is no such thing as scrap wood!, http://www.saltrivergallery.com
jjohn
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posted 179 days ago
I like the way you designed the middle leg to split. Very nice job.
-- JJohn
SPalm
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posted 179 days ago
Very very nice. I love it. That is a lot of work. Moser and his sons would be proud.
-- Stevethepeeve -- I'm no rocket surgeon
Dusty56
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posted 179 days ago
Such a wonderful looking table and the Cherry speaks for itself only to keep getting richer in color over the years…CONGRATULATIONS : )
-- Dusty56@comcast.net
Bob
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posted 179 days ago
Tim, the chairs are Crate and Barrel, so no credit to me. But was a lot faster than if I made them!
-- Bob, Oak Park Il, OakParkWoodworker.com
Kipster
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posted 178 days ago
Bob well done, I love the cherry, I’m sure this will be well worth the investment. When your eating on it and a grandchild asks where the table came from, you won’t think about the money, you’ll just have a great story to tell.
Thanks for the post.
-- Kip Northern Illinois ( If you don't know where your goin any road will take you there) George Harrison
John Gray
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posted 178 days ago
Great job I love cherry.
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