These boxes were created for special operators or members of SWAT teams as a memento/ keepsake box. Many time when an Operator retires the Team purchases a handgun as a gift and this box was designed to encase and display the handgun. The shape of the box is indicative of a shield with the 1* displayed in the middle. The shield and 1* symbol are commonly used in the tactical operations field and are indicative of special operations. The 1* is a modern interpretation of the ancient warriors who's only regret is "that I have but 1 life to give". The 1* is an abbreviation of the modern interpretation of this, meaning "1 a$$ to risk". The box itself is made of walnut with a rosewood, maple, and ebony inlay. The face of the box is made from paduk, which is a naturally red hardwood. On one of the boxes I also created a paduk inlay around the upper and lower frames. Inside the boxes can be custom cut to fit any handgun with room for 1 additional magazine. The interior can either be lined entirely with felt to protect the handgun finish, or have a walnut face with felt lined cut outs for the handgun and magazine. The display stand is an optional feature that is also made from walnut and features polished .308 rounds (inert for safety) to elevate the hinged end of the box.
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Custom wooden creations designed and built to the customers specifications. I am a one person shop and my motto is that I WILL NOT give you a product that you are not completely happy with. I am a communication oriented business in that I continuously provide photos of the projects progress and welcome the input of the customer. I am more than willing to provide a detailed cost analysis of any project and discuss any project specifics. I design and build my projects with the intent that they will last a lifetime. I enjoy what do and I believe that this shines though in my projects.
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marie
For Slanted Box DesignJason is INCREDIBLE. Working with him was so easy - he contacted me frequently as the project was being built, he took pictures and checked every step of the way to ensure I was overjoyed with the final product. I put out several bids for this project and I'm thrilled with his craftsmanship and (most importantly to me) his professionalism in providing value AND design. Definitely a pleasure to work with and the box came out beautifully!!!
Joe
For Cribbage BoardAbsolutely thrilled with this product. Not many people outside of the funeral industry are very familiar with caskets, and not many people outside of Wisconsin know anything about cribbage. Jason went forward with the project before I accepted a proposal. He thought it would be fun and put no pressure on me to buy. But what he made from two simple pictures I provided was so great, I had to have it. And his price was above what I hoped for the project but the product was well worth the price. Five stars across the board.