Woodworker's Journal 1984-8-4, страница 41

Colonial Pipe Box

The clean lines and simple construction of this colonial-era pipe box mark it as an especially fine example of colonial design. The original is in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, and was probably used to hold the delicate, long-stemmed clay pipes popularized by the Dutch.

We have found that the box makes an ideal letter holder, and that the small tobacco drawer is perfect for stamps. Pipe boxes were traditionally made of pine, but maple, cherry, or mahogany will serve welt for this piece.

Begin by cutting all parts, A through 1, to size. Use the dado blade to rabbet the sides (A), base (D). and drawer

components (F), (G), and (H). The hourglass shape in the back (C), and curved profile of the front (B), may be cut by hand with a coping saw, or with a saber or bandsaw. The radius on both the base and drawer front is cut on the router table, using a '/* in. round-over bit.

Refer to the illustration and assemble as shown, using glue on all joints and dowels where indicated. The drawer knob may be obtained from The Woodworkers' Store, 21801 Industrial Blvd., Rogers, Minnesota 55374. Order part No. B1674.

Sand lightly, stain to suit, and finish with a quality penetrating oil. Wvj

Bill Of Materials (All Dimensions Actual)

Description Size

Side

Front

Back

Base

Bottom

Drawer Front

Drawer Side

Drawer Back

Drawer Bottom

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