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mpphoto · 09-28-2006, 09:43 AM

I'm in the mood for a shop project and I've accumulated a lot of "loose" bits lately. Has anyone made any interesting bit holders/cases/boxes lately that they'd like to share?
(careful, Bj is a box fanatic!

)

Michael

**bobj3** · 09-28-2006, 10:14 AM

Hi Michael

Here's one or two of them I made with 3/4" and 1/4" MDF, they are made to hang on the wall or sit on the bench top.
A quick lift off door/lid so I can see all the bits at one time and pull the one I want.
The rails are all drilled with a 1/2" hole size and some of them have a 1/2" dowell insert with a 1/4" hole to hold the 1/4" bits.

The rails have a place to slide in a tag to show what goes where,one of them has a front rail so I can pull the bits I need for a job,just to made sure I have the right bit on hand when I need to use it.

I should note that there are in two parts, the box (with dovetail ends) that holds the bits and the rack they sit on, you can also just side the bit box in a drawer or in/under the router table.
If you want more info just ask and I will post it .

From the box guy

I do make boxes like the gray one in the snapshot,on the top of the bit cabinet for the BIG bits because they are not cheap and they will not fit into the cabinet and because I like to make boxes..

If you would like to see all of the other boxes and bits just ask and I will post a snapshot or two...

Bj

mpphoto · 09-28-2006, 12:43 PM

I knew you'd have some really fancy solution Bj

I'm thinking I might go with flat boxes that have a slide-out drawer. More boxes could be added and stacked as needed. I haven't committed to that idea yet though...

More box pics would be great but only if it's no trouble (and of course no rush).

Thanks,
Michael

**bobj3** · 09-28-2006, 03:24 PM

Hi Michael

Well here's a snapshot or TWO of the boxes and the bits.
I just pulled them all out and did a bit of Inventory for a photo record ,for insurance file.

Bj

Router is still my name · 09-28-2006, 05:47 PM

Dang BJ, I thought I had a lot of router bits. Now I won’t have to feel guilty and when the wife says,,, why you need another one for

I’ll point her to this link.

Any way, where did you get the butterfly bit in pic 1?
Thanks

Router is still my name · 09-28-2006, 05:50 PM

Oh yeah, and the saw thing/bit in pic7?

**bobj3** · 09-28-2006, 06:10 PM

Hi Router

Here's the links for the two items you ask about.

http://www.pricecutter.com/product.a...cd2=1159484811
http://www.routerforums.com/jigs-fix...slot-jigs.html

http://www.toolstoday.com/p-4882-det...iantids=5723,0

Bj

mpphoto · 09-28-2006, 06:37 PM

Thanks for the inspiration Bj

Yup, that's a lot of bits! I'd have to do a photo inventory just to remember what I have.

I actually picked up a handful more from Sommerfeld's closeouts as well as some Infinity overstocks. The CMT bits come in cheapy little plastic boxes and the Infinity bits are in plastic envelopes. I need to make some router bit boxes.

By the way, the Sommerfeld tongue and groove set you recommended is sweet! I ran some tests last weekend and will be using them for a project this weekend.

thanks again,
Michael

Router is still my name · 09-28-2006, 06:37 PM

Thank you.
The second lik is for keeps.
Although I'm slightly dissapointed.

no Grizzly link?

**bobj3** · 09-28-2006, 06:40 PM

What you can do with the " butterfly bit " RWS Episode Guide by Bob & Rick

405- Periscope
http://www.routerworkshop.com/S400.html
http://us.oak-park.com/catalogue.html?product=PL10405
Gifts mean more when they're homemade!
This periscope is sure to be a hit-- at your loved ones next birthday.
On this episode of the Router Workshop, the Rosendahl's show you how to make the required box joints, angled mirror blocks and how to make decorative inlays for a toy that will last for many, many years.
A periscope for kids of all ages!
----------------------

601-604 Four Part - Jewelry and Lingerie Cabinet
http://www.routerworkshop.com/S600.html

There are few things so satisfying to build or give than a beautiful "Jewelry and Lingerie Cabinet".
These four parts are each a separate project. When the four projects are combined, they are transformed into this unique cabinet.
601. Jewelry and Lingerie Chest, Part 1
Rick shows you how to pattern cut the rails and Bob creates a special jig to dovetail the rails into the "Queen Anne" legs in spite of their shape.
602. Lingerie Chest, Part 2
In this episode, we move on to the "lingerie case" itself.
Bob will show you how to create sturdy, dovetailed drawers while Rick reveals the secret to creating perfect combination joints for the case frame.
603. Jewelry Case, Part 3
In the third episode in the project, "Jewelry and Lingerie Chest", we craft the jewelry case itself! Bob will show you how to make a jig for mortising the top and bottom while Rick cuts perfect combination joints for the box and adds a decorative mold.
604. Jewelry Case Mirror, Part 4
With the completion of the unique "Queen Anne" base, the lingerie case, and the jewelry case, our "Jewelry and Lingerie Cabinet" is almost complete. In the fourth and final part of this project, we crown the piece with the ornate mirror.

Bob will show you how to cut dovetails across a 45° mitre while Rick cuts perfect EZ link joints for the delicate little jewel drawers.

Plans for Series 600 projects are Not available
But you can see them on your PBS or
http://www.thewoodworkingchannel.com/

Bj

09-28-2006, 09:43 AM	#1
mpphoto Registered User Forum Fanatic Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 133 View mpphoto's Gallery	router bit storage I'm in the mood for a shop project and I've accumulated a lot of "loose" bits lately. Has anyone made any interesting bit holders/cases/boxes lately that they'd like to share? (careful, Bj is a box fanatic! ) Michael
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09-28-2006, 10:14 AM	#2
bobj3 Forum Contributer Supreme Forum King Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Littleton,Colorado U.S.A. Posts: 7,140 View bobj3's Gallery	Hi Michael Here's one or two of them I made with 3/4" and 1/4" MDF, they are made to hang on the wall or sit on the bench top. A quick lift off door/lid so I can see all the bits at one time and pull the one I want. The rails are all drilled with a 1/2" hole size and some of them have a 1/2" dowell insert with a 1/4" hole to hold the 1/4" bits. The rails have a place to slide in a tag to show what goes where,one of them has a front rail so I can pull the bits I need for a job,just to made sure I have the right bit on hand when I need to use it. I should note that there are in two parts, the box (with dovetail ends) that holds the bits and the rack they sit on, you can also just side the bit box in a drawer or in/under the router table. If you want more info just ask and I will post it . From the box guy I do make boxes like the gray one in the snapshot,on the top of the bit cabinet for the BIG bits because they are not cheap and they will not fit into the cabinet and because I like to make boxes.. If you would like to see all of the other boxes and bits just ask and I will post a snapshot or two... Bj Attached Thumbnails __________________ *Router Tables plans FREE, plus more* http://www.absolutelyfreeplans.com/W...p_projects.htm Router Tip Archive http://www.routerworkshop.com/router_tip_glossary.html Calculators http://www.routerforums.com/dynamic-calculators/ Last edited by bobj3; 09-28-2006 at 11:08 AM.
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mpphoto Registered User Forum Fanatic Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 133 View mpphoto's Gallery	I knew you'd have some really fancy solution Bj I'm thinking I might go with flat boxes that have a slide-out drawer. More boxes could be added and stacked as needed. I haven't committed to that idea yet though... More box pics would be great but only if it's no trouble (and of course no rush). Thanks, Michael
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09-28-2006, 03:24 PM	#4
bobj3 Forum Contributer Supreme Forum King Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Littleton,Colorado U.S.A. Posts: 7,140 View bobj3's Gallery	Hi Michael Well here's a snapshot or TWO of the boxes and the bits. I just pulled them all out and did a bit of Inventory for a photo record ,for insurance file. Bj Attached Thumbnails __________________ *Router Tables plans FREE, plus more* http://www.absolutelyfreeplans.com/W...p_projects.htm Router Tip Archive http://www.routerworkshop.com/router_tip_glossary.html Calculators http://www.routerforums.com/dynamic-calculators/
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Router is still my name Registered User Forum King Join Date: May 2006 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 533 View Router is still my name's Gallery	Dang BJ, I thought I had a lot of router bits. Now I won’t have to feel guilty and when the wife says,,, why you need another one for I’ll point her to this link. Any way, where did you get the butterfly bit in pic 1? Thanks
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09-28-2006, 05:50 PM	#6
Router is still my name Registered User Forum King Join Date: May 2006 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 533 View Router is still my name's Gallery	Oh yeah, and the saw thing/bit in pic7?
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09-28-2006, 06:10 PM	#7
bobj3 Forum Contributer Supreme Forum King Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Littleton,Colorado U.S.A. Posts: 7,140 View bobj3's Gallery	Hi Router Here's the links for the two items you ask about. http://www.pricecutter.com/product.a...cd2=1159484811 http://www.routerforums.com/jigs-fix...slot-jigs.html http://www.toolstoday.com/p-4882-det...iantids=5723,0 Bj __________________ *Router Tables plans FREE, plus more* http://www.absolutelyfreeplans.com/W...p_projects.htm Router Tip Archive http://www.routerworkshop.com/router_tip_glossary.html Calculators http://www.routerforums.com/dynamic-calculators/ Last edited by bobj3; 12-23-2006 at 10:52 AM.
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09-28-2006, 06:37 PM	#8
mpphoto Registered User Forum Fanatic Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 133 View mpphoto's Gallery	Thanks for the inspiration Bj Yup, that's a lot of bits! I'd have to do a photo inventory just to remember what I have. I actually picked up a handful more from Sommerfeld's closeouts as well as some Infinity overstocks. The CMT bits come in cheapy little plastic boxes and the Infinity bits are in plastic envelopes. I need to make some router bit boxes. By the way, the Sommerfeld tongue and groove set you recommended is sweet! I ran some tests last weekend and will be using them for a project this weekend. thanks again, Michael
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09-28-2006, 06:40 PM	#10
bobj3 Forum Contributer Supreme Forum King Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Littleton,Colorado U.S.A. Posts: 7,140 View bobj3's Gallery	What you can do with the " butterfly bit " RWS Episode Guide by Bob & Rick 405- Periscope http://www.routerworkshop.com/S400.html http://us.oak-park.com/catalogue.html?product=PL10405 Gifts mean more when they're homemade! This periscope is sure to be a hit-- at your loved ones next birthday. On this episode of the Router Workshop, the Rosendahl's show you how to make the required box joints, angled mirror blocks and how to make decorative inlays for a toy that will last for many, many years. A periscope for kids of all ages! ---------------------- 601-604 Four Part - Jewelry and Lingerie Cabinet http://www.routerworkshop.com/S600.html There are few things so satisfying to build or give than a beautiful "Jewelry and Lingerie Cabinet". These four parts are each a separate project. When the four projects are combined, they are transformed into this unique cabinet. 601. Jewelry and Lingerie Chest, Part 1 Rick shows you how to pattern cut the rails and Bob creates a special jig to dovetail the rails into the "Queen Anne" legs in spite of their shape. 602. Lingerie Chest, Part 2 In this episode, we move on to the "lingerie case" itself. Bob will show you how to create sturdy, dovetailed drawers while Rick reveals the secret to creating perfect combination joints for the case frame. 603. Jewelry Case, Part 3 In the third episode in the project, "Jewelry and Lingerie Chest", we craft the jewelry case itself! Bob will show you how to make a jig for mortising the top and bottom while Rick cuts perfect combination joints for the box and adds a decorative mold. 604. Jewelry Case Mirror, Part 4 With the completion of the unique "Queen Anne" base, the lingerie case, and the jewelry case, our "Jewelry and Lingerie Cabinet" is almost complete. In the fourth and final part of this project, we crown the piece with the ornate mirror. Bob will show you how to cut dovetails across a 45° mitre while Rick cuts perfect EZ link joints for the delicate little jewel drawers. Plans for Series 600 projects are Not available But you can see them on your PBS or http://www.thewoodworkingchannel.com/ Bj __________________ *Router Tables plans FREE, plus more* http://www.absolutelyfreeplans.com/W...p_projects.htm Router Tip Archive http://www.routerworkshop.com/router_tip_glossary.html Calculators http://www.routerforums.com/dynamic-calculators/
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