Aircraft Carrier Shadow Box - complete - Woodworking Talk

Al B Cuttn Wud · 09-16-2009, 07:27 AM

Here's the final product. The pictures aren't the best but...after looking at them I noticed I need to do a little better job cleaning the glass.

I tried something different with glass frost....notice the 4 catapults and 4 arresting gear wires.

Anyway, this one will be presented next Friday for a Senior Chief's retirement with 22 years of service. Enjoy!

-Al

Gene Howe · 09-16-2009, 09:29 AM

Amazing work and an excellent project. Your recipient will be overjoyed!
Please pass along my congratulations to the Chief and a HUGE thank you to both of you for your service.
Gene

red · 09-16-2009, 11:34 AM

Very cool. It must have been fun to make.

Red

ssgtrob2336 · 09-16-2009, 05:29 PM

The case looks really good. Pass my regards to the Senior Chief.

How did you solve the glass cutting conundrum you were having?

USMCBAZ · 09-16-2009, 06:01 PM

Awesome work AL, very cool shadowbox

Al B Cuttn Wud · 09-16-2009, 06:54 PM

How did you solve the glass cutting conundrum you were having?[/quote]

I found a little shop that does custom stained glass and sells related supplies. Best $30 investment I could have made. He cut it with a little saw that looked similiar to a scroll saw......

Kenbo · 09-17-2009, 08:35 AM

That turned out really nice. Great job. It's a one of a kind for sure.
Ken

navybosn1 · 09-25-2009, 04:12 PM

That is a sweet box! My master woodworker also makes aircraft carrier shadow boxes, but a different style. Here's a photo. I like your box too. Very nice work! These seem to be a big hit with the aviation community.

Bill Wieber
Chief Warrant Officer 3, USN (Ret.)
Owner, The Bosn's Locker
Imperial Beach, Ca 91932
Online Store: www.shop.thebosnslocker.com

Al B Cuttn Wud · 09-26-2009, 09:16 AM

Thanks, I have seen this on the internet before. Very nice work and very unique.