Thanks again guys , i really appreciate the kinds words and support.
To answer your question Jerry, This is going to be a bit long winded, (sry)
the curved post, ( 2 at each end) I first had to draw up a pattern for it, I used some 1/4 thick material.
I use french curves, for drawing up the pattern.I then bandsaw the pattern out and sanded the edge tell it perfect and has no dips or bumps in it.
I used 6/4 cherry and cut 4 pieces 21 L x 5W x 1 1/4 thickness. I then lay my pattern on top and trace it.Then Bandsaw the stock about 1 1/6 on the outside of the line. I then attach the pattern to the stock and put a top bearing flush trim router bit in..The bearing will follow the pattern and clean up the edge.After that I shaped both edges using a Ogee with a large bearing.
These posts are dowel in place using 3 - 3 /8 dowels for each one..Most of this case is doweled because i didnt want any screw holes on the end side , when you open it.
The finish size of this Bench is 40 1/4 L X 18 W X 34 High at middle of back)
It will seat 2 adults .
Terry I have had many people " Hint" LOL) about making another one.Maybe someday i will..AS they say the first one is always the hardest to do.
Really the hardest part to make on this case was the sleigh end caps.( Fit between the posts) I dont have a moulding machine , so there was alot of handling.
Bob and Rick, thanks for your comments..I am new to this forum, and didnt realize there was a contest..I may just enter, you never know, maybe it will be my lucky day..Thanks all
Hickory
