Thread: Sydney Blue Gum, Brass and some wooden hinges.

Thank you all for the comments. This was one of those projects that evolved over a period of time.
I wanted to incorporate home made wooden hinges but was worried about their durability in such a large and heavy box. Inlaying the hinges is the perfect way to get exact alignment between lid and base on assembly.
The Brusso lid stays are a beautifully made quality brass item and take all the stress when the lid is opened so I believe in normal use the hinges will last a lifetime.
The lid stays are not too difficult to fit and along with all the other brass accents look good when the box is opened.

Originally Posted by Ruddy

Thank you all for the comments. This was one of those projects that evolved over a period of time.
I wanted to incorporate home made wooden hinges but was worried about their durability in such a large and heavy box. Inlaying the hinges is the perfect way to get exact alignment between lid and base on assembly.
The Brusso lid stays are a beautifully made quality brass item and take all the stress when the lid is opened so I believe in normal use the hinges will last a lifetime.
The lid stays are not too difficult to fit and along with all the other brass accents look good when the box is opened.

Ruddy I know what you mean about the brusso lid stays played with some yesterday. Well worth it. I don't understand when someone goes to the trouble of making a nice box only to put crap hinges in them.



Cheers,



Frank.