The General's Guidon/Shadow Box 1
The General's Guidon/Shadow Box 2
The General's Guidon/Shadow Box 3
The General's Guidon/Shadow Box 4

The General's Guidon/Shadow Box

$1,000

The General's Guidon was one of the most intricate pieces I've built in recent memory. I was asked by some friends to build a going-away gift for our outgoing commander, tossed around some ideas, and settled on a multi-section shadow box that contained a carved model of the Wing's guidon (flag), along with four bits of memorabilia from our various organizations (decoy, bomb fragments, blown up airplane). Every section was built from black walnut and used variably spaced dovetails on each corner for strength, since the unit would need to be shipped across the country. The four smaller boxes increase in size and are all different depths to accommodate their contents, requiring individual settings on the dovetailing jig. Once each box was constructed, I added mitered face frames to the front using highly figured walnut strips. The flag was scrollsawn from cherry, then shaped and dyed to match the actual article. Also on the inside are coins from the Wing's Commander and Chief Master Sergeant, both of which are mounted on wooden discs that were turned on a lathe and individually sized to fit. Small stands were added to let it be set on a mantle and the back of each box is lined with blue suede fabric. Once construction was complete, it was finished with medium walnut stain and oil polyurethane.

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Matthew White

Matthew White

Delta Black Custom Woodworking

Fort Walton Beach, FL
Member since: 2013
5.0
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Good Morning. My name is Matthew White and I've been a woodworker since 1998. I'm mostly self-taught and I've been adding to my skills ever since.
By day I'm in the Air Force and I found woodworking to be an excellent creative release. It's also given me the opportunity to give back to those who have served.
I've burned murals for conference centers, built shadow boxes for retired Chiefs, and had my work grace offices in Washington D.C. I've had my work presented to Colonels and Airmen completing basic training.
It has been an awesome experience to share and I'm always open to a new project or challenge.

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    Janice Sanders

    For whiskey presentation box
    5.0

    Matt did a fantastic job on the whisky box for my hubby's bottle of Pappy, really makes for a wonderful Christmas gift! Great Comms, super well built, fantastic packaging - thanks Matt will send you a pic!

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    Robert Gill

    For Military Shadow Table
    4.7

    Late last year I commissioned Matt to build my Military Retirement Shadow “Box” Table. I have been busy since then with a move and looking for a new job, so it has taken a little while to write a review. But, I wanted to make sure to write a review to complement Matt on building a great table. He custom made the table to meet my request and was very cooperative throughout the process. I laid out what I wanted and he made recommendations…the outcome was a wonderful table that I was happy to use capture my military career. Thanks Matt!

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    Jennifer Hartt

    For EOD SHADOW BOX
    5.0

    Matt did a fantastic job and I can’t wait to give to my husband for his birthday. Matt was great at communicating the whole time and was quick! Thank you Matt!!

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    Jordan Barker

    For Wooden Magic The Gathering Deck Box
    4.8

    I'm so far beyond happy with my experience with Matt! He is honest and professional. He always responded to me in a timely manner and kept me a part of the process each step of the way. His prices are more than fair and reasonable. Personally, I feel honored to have worked with him. I can't thank him enough!

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    Emily Koh

    For Custom Music Stand?
    5.0

    I cannot be happier with what Matt designed and made. This music stand will be a family piece for years to come, and I am so glad that Matt took a chance on this idea/project. I recommend Matt unreservedly and look forward to working together again. Thank you so much!

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