Puzzle Boxes: Fun and Intriguing Band Saw Projects
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| Rating | : | 4.64 (756 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1440322783 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 144 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-08-02 |
| Language | : | English |
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One of the best all inclusive books on the genre'. A One of the best all inclusive books on the genre'. A 4.5 stars Kindle Customer I have been making band saw boxes for years. Some of them have bordered on "puzzle" boxes but I always wanted something a little more in depth and thorough as far as instruction. When I saw that this book was being released I immediately reserved a copy and eagerly anticipated its arrival.I have yet to try all the designs in the book, more out of an equipment limitation than any lack of completeness on behalf of this book. The basic design is solid and once the basics are comprehended, further experimentation can follow.The only thing keeping this book from scoring a solid 5 stars is the fact that not every woodworker has the availabi. .5 stars I have been making band saw boxes for years. Some of them have bordered on "puzzle" boxes but I always wanted something a little more in depth and thorough as far as instruction. When I saw that this book was being released I immediately reserved a copy and eagerly anticipated its arrival.I have yet to try all the designs in the book, more out of an equipment limitation than any lack of completeness on behalf of this book. The basic design is solid and once the basics are comprehended, further experimentation can follow.The only thing keeping this book from scoring a solid 5 stars is the fact that not every woodworker has the availabi. Generally very good, but some complicated cuts are not explained well Generally very good, but some complicated cuts are not explained well.. "Good guide for a Bandsawn-box beginner - PLUS 90 min DVD" according to Kerry Blue. I've not made a bandsawn box before although I have made "fine" boxes. The designs in this book are somewhat rustic but the boxes are visually interesting, relatively easy to master if you have confidence in your bandsaw skills (I still have 10 fingers and so does Jeff Volmer)and are FUN long after you apply the finish! The DVD is invaluable and I read the book, watched the DVD and then went back to reread the book with a clearer understanding of the steps (which are illustrated in the book with stills from the DVD).Safely using your bandsaw for these boxes is a bit of a challenge. I used clamps etc to grasp some of the smaller puzzle
But wait, there's more! Then you cut another box from the guts, then another box or drawer from those pieces, then another and maybe another until things get too small to handle safely.Any type wood can be used to make these boxes--wood with holes, cracks, splits, insect and wormholes, spalting and burls. That's the puzzle or "combination" you use to get to the chamber or heart of the box.Then you cut out the guts of the box to create a chamber. Read along as Jeff shows you how to set up your band saw and how to cut, glue up, sand, fit and finish these amazing puzzle boxes.. Jeff calls these flaws "opportunities" to become creative. Unlocking the Secrets of the Puzzle BoxHave you ever thought inside the box? These bandsawn boxes could be the most intriguing and fun projects you've ever made.Author Jeff Vollmer describes his boxes as key-and-slide--cut a dovetail key, cut a slider piece, cut another key, cut another slider