Waxing Moon Humidor Thread

[WaxingMoon]

I have been doing a thread on each humidor as I go... but, that is getting to be too confusing... so, I think I'll just keep this one thread going and post updates as I go... Will be easier for me to manage....

I just oiled this bunch up today.... the oil has to dry about 3 days... so, in the mean time, I'll work on dressing out the interiors...

First up... Maple with a heavy mineral stain streak & Walnut...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH51/WMWH51-Oiled.jpg

Next.... Curly Maple & Walnut

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH52/WMWH52-Oiled.jpg

Ambrosia Maple & Quilted Maple.... That lid is hypnotizing...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH48/WMWH48-Oiled.jpg

Wormy American Chestnut & Walnut...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH46/WMWH46-Oiled.jpg

[WaxingMoon]

Here's another Wormy Chestnut & Walnut.... This one has an engraving on the inside of the lid.

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH45/WMWH45-Oiled.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH45/WMWH45-InsideLid.jpg

And these two.... are a little bit behind... I just need to add splines, cut the lids off and sand...sand....sand... but, it won't take long to get 'em caught up to the others...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH49/WMWH49-55.jpg

And.... because I'm spending so much time in the in the shop... I'm building this little jewelry box on the side for my girl...

Bird's Eye Maple & Wenge.... :-)

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/JewelryBox.jpg

[Wharf Rat]

Very pretty! How do you accomplish the engraving?

[dwoodward]

Very pretty! How do you accomplish the engraving?

Laser I am sure. In college I got to play around with a laser engraver in my free time.

[WaxingMoon]

Very pretty! How do you accomplish the engraving?

It's done with a laser...yes. The laser can do pretty much any image that is digitized.....

[Bill86]

Man Ed those are nice! Would be interesting to see a Mini-coffin shaped humidor, in fact someday when I get a good job....I'm paying someone to make me one.

[dwoodward]

Man Ed those are nice! Would be interesting to see a Mini-coffin shaped humidor, in fact someday when I get a good job....I'm paying someone to make me one.

I am sure Ed would be happy to take on the challenge lol

[WaxingMoon]

Man Ed those are nice! Would be interesting to see a Mini-coffin shaped humidor, in fact someday when I get a good job....I'm paying someone to make me one.

I am sure Ed would be happy to take on the challenge lol

I've got the angles figured out.... have it all drawn up and have been waiting for somebody to want one.... Ready when you are.... :xxx

The drawing is a bit short....but, it is the angles that count...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/Coffin.jpg

[Bill86]

I'll start saving money now...What kind of capacity you suppose that would hold? Or can be made to hold? Probably decently deep and whatnot.

[boom]

I've got the angles figured out.... have it all drawn up and have been waiting for somebody to want one.... Ready when you are.... :xxx

The drawing is a bit short....but, it is the angles that count...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/Coffin.jpg


Cant wait for the finished piece....

[WaxingMoon]

Today, I finished up lining 3 of the 6 I have on the bench.... and started working on the trays.

These can be officially called Humidors now...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH45/WMWH45-Closed.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH45/WMWH45-Open.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH51/WMWH51-Closed.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH51/WMWH51-Open.jpg

[WaxingMoon]

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH46/WMWH46-Closed.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH46/WMWH46-Open.jpg

[boom]

Looking great as always!!!!

[nick2021]

Saw some of your photos on the other site, work continues to amaze me!

[Emjaysmash]

Excellent job!!

[longknocker]

Very Nice, Ed!:tu

[Chingas]

Man Ed those are nice! Would be interesting to see a Mini-coffin shaped humidor, in fact someday when I get a good job....I'm paying someone to make me one.

http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd23/XXchingasxx/Cigars/67c126dc.jpg

I'm sure Ed can pull it off.

This was Bombed to me a while back from Keith, Cigarcop!

I felt it appropriate, hope I'm not stepping on your Toes Ed.

By the way, those humis left me speechless! Absolutely amazing work Brother!:tu

[T.G]

Great looking work Ed. Love the look of the wormy american chestnut.

[WaxingMoon]

Finally, I am able to start finishing up these two little boxes.....

First up is the Curly Maple & Purple Heart... She's 10.25"x8.75"x5" for right around 60 count....
All I have to do is line her and let the freshly applied oil dry a couple days and then buff her out....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH49/WMWH49.jpg

Next is the "sister" humidor.... she's Curly Maple & Cherry... 10.25"x8.75"x6.5" and good for around 80 count.....

This one is still unspoken for.... I've added a lid stay to her and will dress her out as requested to whomever wants to secure her....

Just like the other one, she only needs to be lined and the fresh oil needs to dry and then wax & buff.... should be ready to go in a day or two...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH55/WMWH55.jpg

[Tobacmon]

Some of the best hand made boxes on the sites--another stellar Humi Ed !

[Barcode]

Very Nice Work Ed, any idea on a price for the coffin?

[smelvis]

Still doing Beautiful work Ed!

Dave

[WaxingMoon]

Well...I got them both lined and lids mounted.... These two are officially humidors now....

Tight little boxes, they are....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH55/WMWH55-Open.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH49/WMWH49-Open.jpg

[Chingas]

Those are down right beautiful Ed! PLEASE keep up the great work!

[longknocker]

Awesome Work As Usual, Ed!:tu

[WaxingMoon]

Last night I did a little bit more "detailed" work on the Wyoming humidor.... My customer wanted his family brands to really stand out on the lid.... Although the laser engraving did a great job, and layed down ground work... it just didn't quite give it the desired effect against the walnut....

So.... after kicking it around in my head for a couple of days on how to "fix it"... I came up with this.... Here's a before & after pic....

OK - So now, I can call it done.....

Before:

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH46/WMWH46F2.jpg

After:

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH46/DSC00114a.jpg

[Chingas]

I'd have to say that worked out well!

[longknocker]

Definitely Highlighted, Now!:banger

[WaxingMoon]

Finally, I got the lids back on these two from my laser guy in Atlanta.....

They can now officially be called humidors!

Next....tray work.... and then Done!

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH52/WMWH52-Lid.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH48/WMWH48-Lid.jpg

[longknocker]

Nice Work, Ed!:tu

[WaxingMoon]

Just finished up this little gem... she's all boxed up and ready to go see Uncle Sam's delivery service tomorrow.....on it's way to The Keystone State!

I want to thank some friends of mine, Kevin & Genie.... for going out of their way and making the cool little back drop cloths for my pictures....

10.25" x 8.75" x 5"
60 Count
Curly Maple & Purpleheart

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH49/DSC_0318.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH49/DSC_0321-1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH49/DSC_0322.jpg

And..... this one is finished as well.....

Curly Maple & Cherry
10.25" x 8.75" x 6.5"
83 Count....
This one is currently available.... thread posted in the WTS section...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH55/DSC_0323.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH55/DSC_0327.jpg

[sikk50]

I love that Wyoming one so much!

[WaxingMoon]

Next....WMWH54 - Walnut. This is going to be a sweet box. 14x10x6.5 for around 130 count humidor.

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH54/DSC00133.jpg

Next.... WMWH56 - Walnut & Cocobolo. 11x9x6 for a tight little 85 count humidor.... with some pizazz...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH56/DSC00130.jpg

Next....WMWH57 - Bookmatched Quilted Maple & Cocobolo. Speaking of pizazz.... well, I'm just gonna keep quiet on this one.... 26x14x14 for 725 count humidor....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH57/DSC00129.jpg

Next...WMWH59 - Ziricote & Gabon Ebony.... This is this run's Extra... We'll call it the Waxing Moon "choice"... as this one is not special ordered and will be available for the open market.... I plan on trying a couple of new things to the styling on this one.... Should be interesting.... 16x12x8 for a 220 count

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/wmwh59/DSC00134.jpg

Lastly.... WMWH62 - Jataboa (aka Brazilian Cherry). Last minute - able to fill order because I had the wood in house.... 16x12x7 for 190 count...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH62/WMWH62.jpg

Stay tuned!!!

[WaxingMoon]

Today is a heavy sawdust day..... Time for some humidors to meet their makers!!!

Although we still have a little tweeking to do on #52 & #48 and a set of trays..... We should have them done by the close of the weekend....

First up - WMWH53..... Figured Cherry & Walnut. We are going to try to squeeze out a 19x12x8.5, 277 count humidor from what you see below. This cherry is amazing.... Highly figured - should prove to be an interesting piece.

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH53/DSC00126.jpg

[WaxingMoon]

First off, we had to tame the "live edge" of that slab of cocobolo.... Here's a picture of my partner Bruce.... getting a straight edge from that slab....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/Taming.jpg

Here's the straight edge, which allows us to put it up against the table saw fence now...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/Tamed.jpg

I'm going to keep that live edge around and use it on a lid for a future humidor.....

And.... here's the progress so far today.... Still daylight to burn...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/Pieces.jpg

[WaxingMoon]

WMWH59 - Ziricote & Gabon Ebony..... This one is coming along as well... I plan on doing some cool stuff to the base molding and the lid is going to have a completely different style..... This one will be interesting....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/wmwh59/WMWH59-1.jpg

WMWH62 - Jataboa or Brazilian Cherry..... this one is coming along as well... Have to get the others caught up before we do much more with this one.... Didn't do much with the lid pieces on this one either...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH62/wmwh62-1.jpg

So far... so good... I think have some nice lookers coming out of this batch!

Thanks for watching everybody!!!

[WaxingMoon]

We sure have made a lot of sawdust over the last couple of days.... I think we wore out a blade or two as well... some pretty hard wood getting cut up here.....

Three of lids will be laminated with contrasting stripes.... and four of the humidors will have a lid separator... which, (with any luck), we'll be cutting the lid off at the laminated 1/4" piece.... leaving 1/16th inch on each side of the cut... 1/8" appearance when the lid is closed.... of contrasting wood..

Here we go....

WMWH53 - Cherry & Walnut.... This one will have a glass lid. I put that other humidor in the picture to give you an idea of how cherry darkens up over time.... And... that humi has only been around about a week or two...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH53/wmwh53-1.jpg

WMWH54 - Walnut... We just worked the box portion of this one... as you can see, the lid parts still need to be planed down...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH54/wmwh54-1.jpg

WMWH56 - Walnut & Cocobolo... This is a great combination.... Again, haven't worked too much on the lid parts... except cut all the laminates for the laminated lid detail...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH56/wmwh56-1.jpg

WMWH57 - Quilted Maple & Cocoblo.... This one is going to be HUGE. Big Cocobolo base molding.... and then a cocobolo band separating the book matched top & bottom.... not to mention the lid.... We're going to have fun with this one....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH57/WMWH57-1.jpg

[WaxingMoon]

Yesterday was not a very exciting day in the shop..... unless you like to watch glue dry.... There was a whole lot of this going on.....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH53/DSC00180.jpg

[Chingas]

Can't wait to see what comes from this. So far, I'm a little confused. That thing looks huge!

[cmitch]

I would LOVE to find a way to build one out of American Red Cedar. The problem with that is the aromatic cedar would surely ruin a cigar. I may experiment with some ways to seal the cedar before applying the interior Spanish Cedar. It's an iffy idea, at best. But American Red Cedar is some of the prettiest wood around.

Have you busted the myth and built a useable model out of Red Cedar yet?

[WaxingMoon]

I would LOVE to find a way to build one out of American Red Cedar. The problem with that is the aromatic cedar would surely ruin a cigar. I may experiment with some ways to seal the cedar before applying the interior Spanish Cedar. It's an iffy idea, at best. But American Red Cedar is some of the prettiest wood around.

Have you busted the myth and built a useable model out of Red Cedar yet?

If you seal the interior with shellac - it should be fine.... as long as your inner spanish cedar lining is tight..... I don't see where it would be an issue....

[WaxingMoon]

WMWH59 - Ziricote & Gabon Ebony

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/wmwh59/WMWH59-1019.jpg

WMWH62 - Jataboa (Brazilian Cherry)

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH62/WMWH62-1019.jpg

[WaxingMoon]

Well.... after all that glue dried.... it was time to run everything through the thickness planer.... Now, most of the parts are the proper thickness and set up the way they need to be.... should have some boxes this time tomorrow...

WMWH53 - Cherry & Walnut

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH53/WMWH53-1019.jpg

WMWH54 - Walnut

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH54/WMWH54-1019.jpg

WMWH56 - Walnut & Cocobolo

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH56/WMWH56-1010.jpg

WMWH57 - Quilted Maple & Cocobolo

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH57/WMWH57-1019.jpg

[WaxingMoon]

WMWH59 - Ziricote & Gabon Ebony

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/wmwh59/WMWH59-1023.jpg

WMWH62 - Jataboa (Brazilian Cherry)

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH62/WMWH62-1023.jpg

[WaxingMoon]

Coming right along.... did the 45's on the boxes, still need to glue them together.... so, what you see, they're just standing there.... Tomorrow will be a spanish cedar day... I need to make the bottoms before I can glue up the boxes....

WMWH53 - Cherry & Walnut

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH53/WMWH53-1023.jpg

WMWH54 - Walnut

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH54/WMWH54-1023.jpg

WMWH56 - Walnut & Cocobolo
http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH56/WMWH56-1023-1.jpg

WMWH57 - Quilted Maple & Cocobolo (Made the bottom on this one, the base and the center ring are glued up)

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH57/WMWH57-1023.jpg

[sikk50]

For some reason when I saw the color of wood in that darker one my first thought was it'd be cool if you used a wood with an orange color for kind of a halloween theme, but then again this is my favorite time of year and that's my mind state currently :r

[LooseCard]

That Ziricote & Gabon Ebony one is looking freakin' phenominal!

I'm dieing to see the finished product on that one! :banger

[Ranger_B]

Quilted Maple & Cocobolo is coming out awesome. You have some great projects this time.Looking good as always.

[nick2021]

Damn nice work! As always, love the craftsmanship and effort put into the humidors!

[WaxingMoon]

I spent most of the day today playing around with Spanish Cedar... The owner of #52 requested that I install an Accumonitor EZ in the cavernous space.... and I had the thing all but done.... but, I simply didn't like it. There were too many wires exposed and that big black tank sitting in the corner... I well..... started over.....

Here's what I came up with. It will allow for ventilation with the cuts between the top portion and the lower portion.... and the top portion is offset 1/8" to securely sit on top... the gaps below are 5/8" deep by 1/2" wide with a 1/4" between them... so, the water reservoir should have plenty of breathing room to do it's thing... Plus, the top lifts off for easy maintenance, etc...

Now, I think I am just going to build 4 stackable trays on each side and call it a day with this bad boy.... and then send her on it's long journey to London....

I should have it done...done...done tomorrow, or wednesday...with the final waxing and all... But, man... I'm glad this is done. What do ya'all think?

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH52/1-2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH52/2-2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH52/3-3.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH52/4-1.jpg

[Eleven]

HUGE.


me likey!

[CEC_Tech]

You sir, have a gift. BRAVO.

[longknocker]

WOWWWWW!!! Great Job, Ed!:banger:tu

[Louistogies]

Fantastic craftsmanship. Keep it up!

[WaxingMoon]

WMWH62 - Jataboa (Brazilian Cherry)

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH62/WMWH62-1031.jpg

Bop's..... #52

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH52/WMWH52-1031.jpg

Cabinet Insert:

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWHTrays/Insert.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWHTrays/InsertOpen.jpg

[WaxingMoon]

Busy day in the shop over the last couple of days. I didn't get much done during the working week.... things were kind of nuts at my "real job"... Man, I'd sure like to be able to give it up and do this 100%.... We'll see how things go...

I worked on the lids....and pretty much have them ready to bevel. But, first, I need to get the spline work done... that shouldn't be too bad.

I did the tray work on Bop's humidor #52.... I decided to rework the encasement for the accumonitor.... toying with those "waffle" looking things I made up out of SC.... I kind of like that... Might have to do my trays that way too... not sure yet...

Also, I finally finished up a cabinet insert I am doing for another BOTL…. Just need to get some drawer pulls.. Covered the drawers with Ambrosia Maple

WMWH53 - Cherry & Walnut

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH53/WMWH53-1031.jpg

WMWH54 - Walnut

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH54/WMWH54-1031.jpg

WMWH56 - Walnut & Cocobolo

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH56/WMWH56-1031.jpg

WMWH57 - Quilted Maple & Cocobolo

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH57/WMWH57-1031.jpg

WMWH59 - Ziricote & Ebony

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/wmwh59/WMWH59-1031.jpg

[longknocker]

Looking Good, Ed!:tu

[Ranger_B]

Looking great. What are you going to inlay on 59? More Ziricote? Have you ever thought of stone or copper to place in there?

[WaxingMoon]

Looking great. What are you going to inlay on 59? More Ziricote? Have you ever thought of stone or copper to place in there?

I'm going to put a 2 way mirror on that one.... smoke color... Should look pretty good, will see the stogies through the top, then the reflection when you open it...

[Ranger_B]

Thats going to look sweet can not wait to see that done.

[WaxingMoon]

WMWH57 - Quilted Maple & Cocobolo

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH57/WMWH57-1106.jpg

WMWH59 - Ziricote & Ebony

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/wmwh59/WMWH59-1106.jpg

WMWH62 - Jataboa (Brazilian Cherry)

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH62/WMWH62-1106.jpg

[WaxingMoon]

Sorry.... I haven't had time to do the picture thing.... I've been busy with work & all the spare time I have has been making sawdust.... So, I thought I'd show where everything is at the moment... We'll see what the weekend brings.... At least they're starting to look like something....

I did all the spline work, sanded...sanded....and sanded some more... beveled the lids and then cut off the tops. Next up... Mill the mortises for the lid stays. Then, it's spanish cedar time!!!

WMWH53 - Cherry & Walnut

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH53/WMWH53-1106.jpg

WMWH54 - Walnut

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH54/WMWH54-1106.jpg

WMWH56 - Walnut & Cocobolo

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH56/WMWH56-1106.jpg

[Bill86]

Looking good as usual Ed!

[longknocker]

Very Nice, Ed! For Anyone On The Fence About Buying A Humidor, Ed's Are Top Notch!:noon Mine Has Held RH @ 66, Temp. 70* Solid For The Last Month! All My Other Humis Vary 3-4 Points One Way Or The Other. :2

[WaxingMoon]

I milled all the stuff for the hinge work & lid stays.... and started cutting up the spanish cedar this afternoon.... Then, I started playing around with this one...

WMWH59 - Ziricote & Ebony

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/wmwh59/DSC00321.jpg

[mariogolbee]

Very nice looking work here Ed.

[sobranie10]

That is gorgeous!

[lbowles2]

I can't wait to see #59 finished... that thing is going to be BEAUTIFUL!!!

[longknocker]

I can't wait to see #59 finished... that thing is going to be BEAUTIFUL!!!

:tu Definitely A Very Unique & Beautiful Piece Of Wood!

[Chingas]

Looking Great Ed!!!


Ever do anything Black with Red highlights?

[docdoty]

What r the dimensions on #57. It is beautiful

[WaxingMoon]

What r the dimensions on #57. It is beautiful

She's 26" x 14" x 14".... huge! 725 Count

[WaxingMoon]

Things have been a little hectic lately in the Waxing Moon shop.... My day job has really been getting in the way. I'm seriously thinking about giving it up and focusing on the humidors - Full Time. But, as you can guess.... the decision is a bit nerve wracking.... Time will tell.

I haven't even had time to get in to the computer to update the progress... but, I will be having Six humidors coming off the bench over the weekend... and then I get to start up on six more. The upcoming six will be a variety of some very cool wood and designs...

In the mean time.... I finally got Bobmachine's humidor finished and in the mail on Monday... she's on her way to London England..... My girl made me redesign the bottom portion of the accumonitor thing.... she's my lifesaver and best critic... she gives me great ideas. Set me back just a tad.

My first piece to wind up in Europe! How cool is that! Here she is.... snapped the pics the other night, right before she went in to the heavily padded box!

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH52/DSC00343a.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH52/DSC00345a.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH52/DSC00347a.jpg

[CRIMPS]

Wow... Gorgeous...

[Subvet642]

Wow... Gorgeous...

:tpd: What he said.

[akumushi]

I milled all the stuff for the hinge work & lid stays.... and started cutting up the spanish cedar this afternoon.... Then, I started playing around with this one...

WMWH59 - Ziricote & Ebony

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/wmwh59/DSC00321.jpg

This one is BOSS.:tu

[gijoey959]

This one is BOSS.:tu
:tpd:
I would definately look into buying something like that if I had the funds:dr

[LooseCard]

I'm waiting to see that grain jump out when the surface treatment goes on.

I'm figuring a nice oil, then clear-coat....

[WaxingMoon]

WMWH59: Ziricote & Gabon Ebony

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/wmwh59/WMWH59-1114.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/wmwh59/WMWH59-1114a.jpg

WMWH62: Jataboa aka Brazilian Cherry

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH62/DSC00351.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH62/DSC00353.jpg

[WaxingMoon]

WMWH56: Walnut & Cocobolo

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH56/WMWH56-1114.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH56/WMWH56-1114a.jpg

WMWH57: Quilted Maple & Cocobolo

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH57/DSC00349.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH57/DSC00350.jpg

[WaxingMoon]

They are officially humidors.... except for 57 & 53.... 57 is waiting for the engraved lid to come back and 53 will be getting a glass lid. They're oiled up and looking good.... still some tweeking & sanding to do... but, it's all downhill from here... I love "Oil Day"...

WMWH53: Cherry & Walnut

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH53/DSC00348.jpg

WMWH54: Walnut

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH54/DSC00354.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH54/DSC00356.jpg

[nick2021]

Nice additions!

[rizzle]

WMWH54 - Walnut

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH54/WMWH54-1023.jpg

WMWH56 - Walnut & Cocobolo
http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH56/WMWH56-1023-1.jpg

The way you did these corners so that the grain continues to run is top notch, brother. That's doing it right. You got me thinking I may need to decommission my desktop and have it replaced.

[Lorglath]

your work is impeccable; absolutely gorgeous!

[jimmyk26]

I got one in the queue...looking forward to it developing!

[WaxingMoon]

Came up with a new tray bottom design.... what do ya'all think?

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/Tray.jpg

[Barcode]

Awsome Work:tu

[Bax]

The black with the new tray is sweet!

[Subvet642]

Beautiful work, as usual! Since you asked, though; I like the tray, but I'd have the slats that are upper most running the long way so that most sticks that are stored there won't run parallel to the slats.

[T.G]

Came up with a new tray bottom design.... what do ya'all think?


Nice!

Beautiful work, as usual! Since you asked, though; I like the tray, but I'd have the slats that are upper most running the long way so that most sticks that are stored there won't run parallel to the slats.

Or, just let the customer pick at the time of ordering. Some people might want the slats running the same direction as the cigars to allow them to be stacked more easily without rolling. :2

[Superbad]

Love the new tray design. Great work.

[Subvet642]

Nice!



Or, just let the customer pick at the time of ordering. Some people might want the slats running the same direction as the cigars to allow them to be stacked more easily without rolling. :2

Ah, but sticks come in different RGs and the chances of the cigars lining up with the spaces between the slats such that they don't roll would be pretty slim. However, a choice would be ideal. :2
I do like the increased air flow between the tray and the main compartment, though! :tu

[CRIMPS]

Out of curiosity, have you considered building any Cabinet humidors? Or, maybe you already have built some?

Im not currently in the market for a cabinet, but I think if I bought another, I would take that next step.

[WaxingMoon]

Out of curiosity, have you considered building any Cabinet humidors? Or, maybe you already have built some?

Im not currently in the market for a cabinet, but I think if I bought another, I would take that next step.

I have built a cabinet or two.... would like to build more, for sure....

[WaxingMoon]

Calling this little sweetheart DONE!

11" x 9" x 8" for around 110 count humidor.....

Walnut & Cocobolo

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH56/WMWH56-F1a.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH56/WMWH56-F2.jpg

[htown]

Very nice!

[Bill86]

Great work as always Ed! :tu

[WaxingMoon]

Another one off the bench...
WMWH54 - Walnut....
14" x 10" x 7" for 140 count humidor...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH54/WMWH54-F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH54/WMWH54-F2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH54/WMWH54-F3.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH54/WMWH54-F4.jpg

And... just for the heck of it... here's what she looked like when I started...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH54/DSC00133.jpg

[nofeardiver]

Dude these are some sick humidors, my next one i am coming to you... Good work dude, keep it up these are def humidor **** worthy....-(P

[WaxingMoon]

Finished up #59 today.....

Ziricote & Gabon Ebony
16" x 12" x 8"
2 Full trays & Crumb catcher....

Inspired and Designed by my girl - Terri

Enjoy!

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/wmwh59/WMWH59-F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/wmwh59/WMWH59-F2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/wmwh59/WMWH59-F3.jpg

[maninblack]

Brother these are some great, no AWESOME, looking humi's. Your work is impeccable. Nicely done.

[WaxingMoon]

Finished up a couple more this morning....

#53: 19" x 12" x 8.5" for right at 275 count - made out of Figured Cherry & Walnut!

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH53/WMWH53-F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH53/WMWH53-F3.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH53/WMWH53-F4.jpg

And #62: 16" x 12" x 7" for right at 190 count - made out of Jataboa (brazilian cherry)

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH62/WMWH62-F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH62/WMWH62-F2.jpg

[WaxingMoon]

It's been busy in the Waxing Moon shop..... I have all sorts of nice exotics to play around with.... Most of the work I've been doing has been simply dimensioning and planing the wood down to the specifications.....

Currently in the shop.... Quilted Maple, Macassar Ebony, Gabon Ebony, Wenge, Goncalo Alves, Teak, Walnut, Figured Cherry.... and probably a couple more that I can't remember....

I know, it's probably boring to look at a chunk of rough cut wood, so, I'll wait and post as they start to look like something....

With that being said... Here's some progress on a couple of them...

WMWH58 - Mahogany & Wenge. This piece of mahogany is old growth... Just can't find it like this anymore. My wood supplier told me that this board was there when he started working there 30 years ago. Anymore, with all the harvesting and orchard type growth... you just don't see it like this anymore. Take a look at that fantastic ribbon effect, it's really going to pop when she gets to the finishing stage.... This humidor is bound for Tokyo!

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH58/DSC00451.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH58/DSC00455-1.jpg

WMWH60 - Zebrawood & Walnut. This is going to go with a glass top... I love this combination.....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH60/DSC00444-1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH60/DSC00453-1.jpg

[longknocker]

WoWWWW! That Mahogany & Wenge Is Going To Be Gorgeous, Ed!:banger What Are The Dimensions & Capacity On That Beauty?:dr

[WaxingMoon]

WoWWWW! That Mahogany & Wenge Is Going To Be Gorgeous, Ed!:banger What Are The Dimensions & Capacity On That Beauty?:dr

It's going to be 16" x 12" x 7" for around 190 capacity..... I'm lovin' that Mahogany too....

[longknocker]

It's going to be 16" x 12" x 7" for around 190 capacity..... I'm lovin' that Mahogany too....

:tu My Humi You Built For Me Is Maintaing RH Better Than My Coolers, Brother!

66-67 In Spite Of A 10* Drop In Room Temperature For The Winter! :D

Keep Up The Good Work & Thanks For The Pics, My Friend!:D

[dwoodward]

I am in love with that Figured Cherry & Walnut humidor. Beautiful Ed!

[WaxingMoon]

Busy in the Waxing Moon shop....

These things are starting to look like something....

The tops need to be glued up and assembled, beveled & then we need to do the contrasting splines.... and then finish 'em up by lining them with the SC.... Still have a bunch more to do, but things are going real well in the shop.... so, we're clicking right along

From Front to Back, Left to Right....

WMWH70 - Cherry & Walnut....

WMWH61 - Walnut & Wenge

WMWH66 - Walnut & Cherry

WMWH58 - Mahogany & Wenge

WMWH60 - Zebrawood & Walnut....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/DSC00457.jpg

Plus....new addition to the Waxing Moon shop.... This brand spanking new Grizzly Bandsaw.... Now I can get through some of the steps much quicker and more efficient....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/DSC00458.jpg

[longknocker]

Busy in the Waxing Moon shop....

These things are starting to look like something....

The tops need to be glued up and assembled, beveled & then we need to do the contrasting splines.... and then finish 'em up by lining them with the SC.... Still have a bunch more to do, but things are going real well in the shop.... so, we're clicking right along

From Front to Back, Left to Right....

WMWH70 - Cherry & Walnut....

WMWH61 - Walnut & Wenge

WMWH66 - Walnut & Cherry

WMWH58 - Mahogany & Wenge

WMWH60 - Zebrawood & Walnut....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/DSC00457.jpg

Plus....new addition to the Waxing Moon shop.... This brand spanking new Grizzly Bandsaw.... Now I can get through some of the steps much quicker and more efficient....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/DSC00458.jpg

Looking Good, Ed!:tu

[Superbad]

Just beautiful!

[jimmyk26]

Woo, I see mine in there! Looking good. Thanks for the updates Ed.

[longknocker]

Woo, I see mine in there! Looking good. Thanks for the updates Ed.

Which One, Jimmy?

[jimmyk26]

WMWH70, its actually a christmas gift for my brother.

[longknocker]

:)WMWH70, its actually a christmas gift for my brother.

He Will Love It! I have #44 And I Thank Ed Every Day!:)

[WaxingMoon]

Good day in the shop.... Got all the lids glued together and on to the boxes, did a couple with splines and beveled one of the lids.... Oh... check out the curl in that walnut that is going to be the lid on Matador's quilted maple humidor.....

Also...just a quick snapshot of what the Waxing Moon shop looks like...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00459.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00461.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00460.jpg

[longknocker]

Sweeet, Ed! Thanks For The Pics & Update!:noon:tu

[jimmyk26]

The shop looks awesome.

[CRIMPS]

The burl on that plank is awesome.

I wish I had that much room. The shop looks great! Thanks for sharing.

[WaxingMoon]

Things are going great.... They're all humidors now with the exception of the Zebrawood & Walnut... but, that should be soon. They've been lined - I just need to install the hingework and make the trays and these will be down the road.... Then we'll have a nice new batch to play with....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00463.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00466.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00467.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00470.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00473.jpg

[longknocker]

Looking Good, Ed!:tu

[LooseCard]

Nice!

Digging the Zebra & Walnut!

[nick2021]

Saw these photos posted on another site, damn excellent work! I really enjoy seeing good carpentry work!

[WaxingMoon]

Finished up this nice Walnut & Wenge humidor today.... #61

The Mahogany & Wenge should be coming off the bench tomorrow.... #58

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH61/WMWH61F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH61/WMWH61F2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH58/DSC00496.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH58/DSC00495.jpg

Have several more in various stages of assembly.... I'll get 'em posted as they start to look like humis....

[WaxingMoon]

Sorry for being a little slow on the updates.... running to the hospital and work has been taking most of my time to do the updates.... But, here's a few for now...

#66 - Walnut & Cherry

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH66/DSC00481.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH66/DSC00480.jpg

#70 - Cherry & Walnut

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH70/WMWH70F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH70/WMWH70F2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH70/WMWH70F3.jpg

[jimmyk26]

Absolutely beautiful! I can't wait to see #70 in person soon! Killer work man.

[jesseboston81]

#58 looks great... they all do! What beautiful work!

[guitar4001]

beautiful humidors. keep it up.

[WaxingMoon]

Don't forget the friends and family....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/Boxes/DSC00498-1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/Boxes/DSC00499-1.jpg

[CRIMPS]

nice... I like this last one. Reminds me of a black and tan, with bubbles.

[blugill]

You're an artist sir!

[Ranger_B]

Looking great as always.

[WaxingMoon]

Merry Christmas Everybody!

As you can see.... pretty busy in the Waxing Moon shop..... A bunch of humis in various stages sitting on the bench at the moment...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00543.jpg

To highlight a couple.... Here is a Quilted Maple & Walnut.... This thing is huge... 34" x 13" x 10 and should be good for about 650 cigars... The quilted maple will pop significantly when oiled.

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00536.jpg

And here is a Macassar Ebony & Gabon Ebony humidor... 18" x 14" x 8"... I can't wait for this thing to come together...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00539.jpg

And.... I just have to show this Walnut lid.... look at that curl.... It's framed up with Wenge.... The bottom picture has mineral spirits wiped on to give an idea of what it will look like when finished....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00546.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00550.jpg

[bishjd123]

That walnut lid looks like liquid gold. Absolutly beautiful.

[Ranger_B]

That walnut looks great. I love when you get a peek of what the wood will show you when you are done.

[shilala]

Absolutely loving your work, Ed. Keep on building!!! :tu

[Chingas]

Couldn't agree more. Eds work is beautiful. Merry Christmas Ed! Take a day off from the shop and relax!:tu

[T.G]

And.... I just have to show this Walnut lid.... look at that curl.... It's framed up with Wenge.... The bottom picture has mineral spirits wiped on to give an idea of what it will look like when finished....


http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00550.jpg


O-M-G...

[WaxingMoon]

Coming Soon.....

Thinking about putting out a "down & dirty" humidor with a great seal.... Modelled after the all too familiar foot locker.... Build it, line it... and trim it out.... What do ya'all think?

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/FootLocker.jpg

[Whynot]

Looks like an awesome idea!

[Ranger_B]

Coming Soon.....

Thinking about putting out a "down & dirty" humidor with a great seal.... Modelled after the all too familiar foot locker.... Build it, line it... and trim it out.... What do ya'all think?

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/FootLocker.jpg

That looks awesome. I could see that at the end of my bunk.

[jesseboston81]

I think the footlocker-style humidor is a terrific idea.

[jjmitchem]

I agree on the Footlocker Humi - We could use a good military commemorative humidor!!:tu

[Zeuceone]

Incredible work.

[longknocker]

"Footlocker" Sounds Great, Ed!:tu

[bigliver]

"Footlocker" Sounds Great, Ed!:tu

Word!!!

[WaxingMoon]

Calling these two done....

#68 - Mahogany & Wenge
16" x 12" x7"
190 Count....
On it's way to Japan come Monday....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH58/WMWH58F1a.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH58/WMWH58F2a.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH58/WMWH58F3a.jpg

#71 - Walnut & Wenge.... love the curl in the lid!
16" x 12" x 7"
190 Count

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH71/WMWH71F1a.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH71/WMWH71F2a.jpg

More updates throughout the weekend....

[WaxingMoon]

Pretty good couple of days in the shop.... wish I could have had more time, but.... still enjoyed every minute of it....

I'll start out with Matador's.... I know he's been waiting. I have the lid put together and she's lined... still have to do the hinge work and stuff... and build out the trays... and Sand, Sand Sand.... I can't wait to oil up that quilted maple.... as it will really pop!

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00581.jpg

Next up is a sweet Figured Cherry & Walnut.... glass top. She's a humidor as well. Just gotta do the interior trays and clean her up and she'll be out the door...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00583.jpg

Zebrawood & Walnut..... I have the glass - ready to install.... she's lined and almost ready... I'll get the glass put in tomorrow...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00585.jpg

Teak & Walnut.... waiting on some hardware...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00586.jpg

Goncalo Alves & Ebony.... Just getting started on this one...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00587.jpg

I have one more on the bench that I'm waiting for glue to dry... and then I'm going to bevel the lid... I'll post that in about 1/2 hour.... you'll like it..

[WaxingMoon]

Nice way to finish the day.... gotta love ebony on ebony...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00596.jpg

[Zeuceone]

that ebony on ebony is sweet.

[mscales]

I love ebony and the ebony on ebony is great. can't wait to see it finished.

[WaxingMoon]

It's been pretty busy down in the shop... there is a lot more to show than what I am showing here.... I should have a few humidors coming off the bench over the weekend.... and I will make sure I have time to take some good pictures....

Here's a couple pictures that I took last night... I just ran out of time to get pictures of some of the other stuff.....

Zebrawood & Walnut.... just about ready. Need to oil her up and polish... clean her up and she'll be out the door....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00600.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00599.jpg

I lined the Ebony.... just need to do some tray work and sand...sand...sand.. oil & polish...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00601.jpg

And then there's the vino trays....` or, I guess I should say Edgestar...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/Trays/DSC00598.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/Trays/DSC00597.jpg

More later....

[Eleven]

What would the cost be for a full edgestar setup like that?

[WaxingMoon]

What would the cost be for a full edgestar setup like that?

That set up was $136.64 plus shipping.....

Other options would be hardwood fronts, etc..... that would add too it...

I've posted on my website pricing for traywork.... taking the straight forward, easy approach...

[76GTFan]

That set up was $136.64 plus shipping.....

Other options would be hardwood fronts, etc..... that would add too it...

I've posted on my website pricing for traywork.... taking the straight forward, easy approach...



What is the website? Are the Vinotemp widths the same? I have a 12 count.

[WaxingMoon]

What is the website? Are the Vinotemp widths the same? I have a 12 count.

Website is linked to my info
<<<<<---Over there....

I have not done a Vino yet.... would like to, though...

[76GTFan]

Website is linked to my info
<<<<<---Over there....

I have not done a Vino yet.... would like to, though...

I would gladly be your lab rat. Are you taking requests? I am somewhat at a loss on how or where to get some for the cooler?

[WaxingMoon]

Yes - I'm taking requests.... I've partnered up with a fellow here in Charleston and he will be, for the most part, the drawer/tray guy....
His name is Jay and has 20+ years interior trim carpentry in the area and is bringing a lot of good things to my shop... knowledge & tools.... :D

We do not have all the specs on the various units - but hope to get a library to refer to..... so, it will take a little bit of back & forth to get ironed out what you need - but, we're going to try to tackle this monster....

Anybody purchasing a new unit.... feel free to drop ship it to my shop and we'll "square it away" for you....and then send it on your way...

I am still going to focus on the humidors.... Jay, will be "the spanish cedar guy"...

[76GTFan]

Please let me know what you need from me. Do I need to get Jay measurements, or will he go to the Vinotemp website?

Do I need to contact him directly and if so how? Let me know what you need and I will get it to you guys.

[Damocles]

I can't believe I just found this thread! Ed, fantastic work!!

...wishing I lived nearby so that I could impose myself as an intern in your shop...

[Eleven]

I dig that minimalist look to the edgestar trays as they are.

Now I need an edgestar :)

[ajacobs]

Just placed my order with Ed and he is a pleasure to deal with.

[longknocker]

Nice way to finish the day.... gotta love ebony on ebony...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00596.jpg

Gorgeous, Ed!:dr:tu

[WaxingMoon]

Just finished up #72! 20 x 12 x 9... 300 count... Four levels!

Figured Cherry & Walnut... she's a beaut!

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH72/WMWH72F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH72/WMWH72F2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH72/WMWH72F3.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH72/WMWH72F4.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH72/WMWH72F5.jpg

[Zeuceone]

That interior work is great.

[Humpdebump]

Just ordered mine too, I believe it's #76. Ed's very quick to get back to you and has everything in detail, amazing work.

[justonemorestick]

Amazing work Ed.

[longknocker]

Very Nice, Ed!:tu

[WaxingMoon]

Good day in the shop today... did some tray work and oiled up Matador's humidor... and Chett's zebrawood is about ready to come off the bench... Just about done with the trays on the ebony one as well....

And... Finally, I got the panel back on the "Cougidor".... Go Cougars... she'll be out the door in a couple of days...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00613.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00616.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00615.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00612.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG1210/DSC00611.jpg

[68TriShield]

Damn Ed,those are something else! :tu

[Neens]

That things looks massive. Whats the size of the last one you posted?

[WaxingMoon]

A couple more rolling off the bench....

#60 - Zebrawood & Walnut...24 x 13 x 8, right at 350 count.... She's a sweetheart...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH60/WMWH60F1.jpg


http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH60/WMWH60F2.jpg

And finally.... #57 - The "Cougidor"... This monster weighs in at 26x14x14 - 724 count.... She's a beast.... for sure. Quilted Maple & Cocobolo

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH57/WMWH57F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH57/WMWH57F2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH57/WMWH57F3.jpg

[14holestogie]

Big and beautiful, Ed! :tu

[jesseboston81]

The Cougidor? That kind of turns me on! :D Looks real nice!

[Neens]

that is just some beautiful work there.

[Humpdebump]

Wow those are nice

[Chingas]

I love the shape as style of the #60! Pretty BadAss Ed!:banger

[WaxingMoon]

Here's a couple more that just rolled out....

#67 - Macassar & Gabon Ebony ~ 18" x 14" x 8" ~ 288 Count

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH67/WMWH67F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH67/WMWH67F3.jpg

#69 - Teak & Walnut ~ 16" x 12" x 7" ~ 190 Count

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH69/WMWH69F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH69/WMWH69F2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH69/WMWH69F3.jpg

[maninblack]

Damn those are beauties! Awesome job as always!

[WaxingMoon]

There's quite a bit going on..... Here's a few that I have pictures of...

#68 - Goncalo Alves & Ebony.... 19" x 13" x 8"... 275 count...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG0111/DSC00672.jpg

#74 - Cocobolo.... 16" x 12" x 7" .... 190 count...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG0111/DSC00675.jpg

#78 - Walnut.... 16" x 12" x 7" .... 190 count... I know, it looks like a clamp storage device...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG0111/DSC00676.jpg

#76 - The beginning of Bird's Eye Maple & Bloodwood....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG0111/DSC00680.jpg

#78 - Some curly walnut getting some epoxy treatment - this is going to be married up with Bird's Eye Maple...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG0111/DSC00677.jpg

[Ogre]

Ed, you are both a Master Woodworker and Artist!! Vary impressive!!

[longknocker]

Beautiful, Ed!:tu

[swh127]

Very nice job, your work keeps impressing us.

[Eleven]

Ok I'll finally say it. I should have sent my project to you.

[WaxingMoon]

Turned a few in to humidors today.... got 'em lined and the hinge work complete... all I need to do is do the tray work & finish....

A couple more are coming along... Bird's Eye Maple & Bloodwood & Tiger Maple & Cherry....

A few more laying around...but, they're just dimensioned wood, soon to become humidors... Also working on Figured Cherry & Quilted Maple, Brazilian Cherry & Ebony, Cherry... which will be completely different.... also, working on the prototype (but, I'm holding back on the pictures of that one.... sort of on purpose)...

#74 - Cocobolo

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG0111/DSC00701.jpg

#78 - Walnut

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG0111/DSC00705.jpg

#68 - Goncalo Alves & Macassar Ebony

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG0111/DSC00710.jpg

#76 - Bird's Eye Maple & Bloodwood
#79 - Tiger Maple & Cherry

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG0111/DSC00713.jpg

[Volusianator]

Birdseye & Bloodwood, nice choice. Glad to see I'm not the only one who makes notes on his parts!

[Volusianator]

Do you biscuit the miters Ed?

[WaxingMoon]

Do you biscuit the miters Ed?

No, I use the splines..... decorative & functional.... :D

[Volusianator]

No, I use the splines..... decorative & functional.... :D

Much more functional, agreed. I just didn't notice them in the last pic.

[Ranger_B]

Ed I love seeing more and more come off your shelf. Keep it up man. Works of art as always.

[Humpdebump]

All those look incredible, you do absolutely beautiful work. Although the birdseye and blood looks to be my favorite but I'm biased. :)

[longknocker]

All Are Gorgeous, Ed!:banger:D

[Devanmc]

at some point ill have some extra money to buy one of these works of art. they sure are cool.

[jdawg]

Amazing work Ed! :D

[Swif]

Alll I can say is Wow.

[WaxingMoon]

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH74/WMWH74F2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH74/WMWH74F3.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH74/WMWH74F4.jpg

And finally.... #78 - Walnut all the way.... 16"x12"x7" for 185 count...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH78/WMWH78F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH78/WMWH78F2.jpg

More grunt work tomorrow....

[WaxingMoon]

Another batch of humidors are born.....

I did a bunch of grunt work in the shop today and then capped it off with some finishing touches...

#68 - Goncalo Alves & Macassar Ebony~19"x13"x8" for about 275 count....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH68/WMWH68F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH68/WMWH68F2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH68/WMWH68F3.jpg

#74 - Cocobolo all the way.... 16"x12"x7" for abut 185 count

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH74/WMWH74F1.jpg

[Flynnster]

Gorgeous, I would buy one of these just to display as art. I especially love the dark accents on number 68!

[OldDirty]

:tu

[Chingas]

Damn, that first one looks HUGE! Great work as always Ed!:tu

[Neens]

That cocobolo one looks great. I'm a little surprised you work with it on that scale. Does the dust bother you at all?

[whodeeni]

The cougidor and # 68 are awesome! I will definitely be using you when it's time
to build a cabinet! (Now if i could just find the time to get my cedar chest to you to have it repaired/redone we'd be "cooking w/ fish grease"!):tu

[WaxingMoon]

Spent the last couple of days getting caught up on trays and drawers for some vinos...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/photo-49.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/photo-50.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/photo-51.jpg

Going to start diving in to this today....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/photo-54.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/photo-53.jpg

[WaxingMoon]

Time to get serious....

I'm having a dimensioning wood party this weekend.... lots of cutting and lots of gluing.... they'll come together quick after this.... I have another table over in the corner that looks almost as bad (or good) as this....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG0211/DSC00751.jpg

I had a request to build a humidor for the Commanding General of tghe US Africa Command.... sort of put under the gun on this one - has to be in Washington DC by Wednesday to catch a ride to Africa.... The General is retiring on March 7th.... The wood is all African Wood... Sapele is the dark wood & Movingui is the lighter wood.... I will be putting ebony splines in there tomorrow and pretty much finish her up.... It's kind of cool, I get to put a pin on my map for Africa now.... Got all the continents except Australia & Antartica... Watch Out Tashaz.....!!!

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG0211/DSC00754.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG0211/DSC00753.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/BG0211/DSC00752.jpg

PS: It's amazing what a fella can get done if he don't have to work at his day job....

[muhren]

Awesome!

M

[WaxingMoon]

The General's Humidor....
All African Wood (Except for the Spanish Cedar)....
Sapele is the main wood, Movungui is the lid and Wenge corner splines....
14" x 11" x 6" for 120 count humidor....
She's on her way to Africa!

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH92/WMWH92F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH92/WMWH92F2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH92/WMWH92F3.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH92/WMWH92F4.jpg

[CRIMPS]

Congrats on business picking up. Good problems to have!

The General will be happy to receive that work of art.

[OldDirty]

Very nice! Great attention to detail.

[longknocker]

Very Nice, Brother!:tu

[WaxingMoon]

Matador's Monster.....

Quilted Maple & Walnut
36" x 14" x 10"
700 Count

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH65/WMWH65F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH65/WMWH65F2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH65/WMWH65F3.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH65/WMWH65F4.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH65/WMWH65F5.jpg

[Swif]

[QUOTE=WaxingMoon;1173630]Matador's Monster.....

Quilted Maple & Walnut
36" x 14" x 10"
700 Count

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH65/WMWH65F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH65/WMWH65F2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH65/WMWH65F3.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH65/WMWH65F4.jpg


:dr

[longknocker]

Awesome, Ed!:tu

[Zeuceone]

what a beast.

[CRIMPS]

Beautiful.

Weren't you designing a coffin? Because...

[Bax]

I soooo want that!!!! It's amazing! How much was that monster?

[zappaFREAK]

Amazing job!1 Love the built in. Is that a oasis system?

[Tyler]

Very nice! I am envious of that humi!

[MarkinAZ]

Matador's Monster.....

Quilted Maple & Walnut
36" x 14" x 10"
700 Count




Now, thats a humidor Ed:tu Simply beautiful...

[Tyler]

I am not looking to purchase a humidor but for conversation, what is the biggest humidor you think you could make? Or are the possibilities endless?

[nick2021]

When I first saw that monster my mouth dropped lol

[Humpdebump]

The quilted maple is beautiful. Excellent work.

[gravelman]

Those humis are beautiful Ed. Just amazing woodworking skills and small details...Simply Awesome!

[longknocker]

I am not looking to purchase a humidor but for conversation, what is the biggest humidor you think you could make? Or are the possibilities endless?

From Personal Experience, Ed Can Build Basically Anything You Want!:)

[emopunker2004]

From Personal Experience, Ed Can Build Basically Anything You Want!:)

no doubt, i would love one of his humidors....only problem is coming up with the coin. :O

[Eleven]

I want him to build my coffin.

[WaxingMoon]

Another one rolled off the bench today.... It sure is nice to be in the wood shop all day... Will be getting more and more done.... Even cleaned up the shop this morning....

Cherry with a touch of Bird's Eye Maple & for the lid - Quilted Maple with it's heartwood exposed... Fell right in to place and beating loudly!!!

18" x 13" x 8"
270 Count
Crumb Catcher
Bead Tray
Full Tray
Two Halves....

I can't say who this is going to.... all I can say is that somebody has a very thoughtful gal standing beside him....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH73/WMWH73F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH73/WMWH73F2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH73/WMWH73F3.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH73/WMWH73F4.jpg

[OldDirty]

The top sets it off! The bottom highlight looks great.

[WaxingMoon]

I have a few coming off the bench today.... Starting out with....

#76 - Bird's Eye Maple & Bloodwood.
14" x 11" x 7"
150 Count

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH76/WMWH76F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH76/WMWH76F2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH76/WMWH76F3.jpg

[WaxingMoon]

Next...

#79 - Tiger Maple & Cherry
16" x 12" x 7"
192 Count

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH79/WMWH79F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH79/WMWH79F2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH79/WMWH79F3.jpg

[WaxingMoon]

Next....

#80 - Quilted Maple & Mahogany
15" x 11" x 7"
165 Count

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH80/WMWH80F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH80/WMWH80F2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH80/WMWH80F3.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH80/WMWH80F4.jpg

[WaxingMoon]

Here's one that my girl, Terri, had major influence on....

#86 - Lacewood, Brazilian Cherry & a touch of Ebony
17" x 12" x 7"
200 Count

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH86/WMWH86F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH86/WMWH86F2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH86/WMWH86F3.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH86/WMWH86F4.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH86/WMWH86F5.jpg

[WaxingMoon]

And.... last but not least, for the day....

#88 - Walnut
14" x 11" x 7"
150 Count

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH88/WMWH88F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH88/WMWH88F2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH88/WMWH88F3.jpg

[CRIMPS]

Not very familiar with lace wood. But WOW! That is cool!

[Zeuceone]

that birdseye relly pops and the brazilian wood is very nice.

[Humpdebump]

All those humi's are awesome. Especially the birdseye :banger but I have to say, that Lacewood is incredible. Great job

[Neens]

That Lacewood is something else. How rare is it and how stable is it? What I mean is in small chunks will it move or crack at all like say snake wood? After seeing this something tells me I am going to be calling up my cue making and having him make me something heavy with the Lacewood.

[WaxingMoon]

That Lacewood is something else. How rare is it and how stable is it? What I mean is in small chunks will it move or crack at all like say snake wood? After seeing this something tells me I am going to be calling up my cue making and having him make me something heavy with the Lacewood.

The lacewood is very stable.... Very tight grained...

[longknocker]

Glad To See You're Staying Busy, Brother!:tu That Lacewood Is Gorgeous!:dr

[zappaFREAK]

OMG... The lacewood is totally over the top. ABSOLUTLY BEAUTIFUL WORK!!

[Christiel49]

WOW The Lacewood is F'ing Awesome!! Fantastic work Ed :dr

[EricF]

Ed, those are beautiful! you are truly an artist with wood!

one day..........one day, one will be mine!

[WaxingMoon]

I guess all I can say is.... I'm busy! Thankfully!!!

Should have some finishing up soon....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/DSC00843.jpg

[Swif]

So my wife told me I am getting a Humidor from Ed. I had to send the money in, but I have no idea what the humidor will look like or what will be done for me.

I can not wait to get the shipment and open my custom humidor from WaxingMoon. I now have my first heirloom to pass down to my kids.

[WaxingMoon]

Not real sure yet what I'm going to marry this stuff up with, but I'm sure I'll be making humidors with it.... I got a treat from my wood vendor today... I just have to show ya'all....

All of the pieces are old growth.... Richard at Carlton McLendon's Rare Woods & Veneers told me that they have been in his inventory since Carlton was around.... in other words, at least 30 years.

First up.... Muvingui or African Satinwood... This is my personal favorite of the bunch... I can't wait to get this one shined up.... You don't see boards like this anymore.... they get turned in to veneer...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/DSC00860.jpg

Next up.... Some Eucolyptus.... this board actually came from Austrailia.... and is at least 30 years old. Ought to make an interesting box!

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/DSC00863.jpg

Last but not least... A very nice piece of Macassar Ebony.... again, old growth and has been in his shop for at least 30 years....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/DSC00866.jpg

I can't wait to start cutting on this stuff!

[Swif]

Those are amazing pieces.

Can't wait to see the finsished products you come up with.

[Nathan King]

You sure can tell they are old growth. You don't see beautiful wood like that often any more.

[WaxingMoon]

Back with a few more.....

Brazilian Cherry & Ebony
18" x 14" x 10"
360 Count.....

I like the tray set up the Brother asked for.... 1" deep full trays, 1-1/2" shorter than the hole they fit in.... so he can slide 'em back & forth just a bit and pull them out easily.... Plenty of room below for some serious storage...

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH82/WMWH82F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH82/WMWH82F2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH82/WMWH82F3.jpg

[WaxingMoon]

This little humidor sweetheart....
She may be small, but she packs a punch....

Cherry & Walnut
11" x 9" x 6"
85 Count....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH84/WMWH84F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH84/WMWH84F2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH84/WMWH84F3.jpg

[N2 GOLD]

Very nice work... Top notch... -(P

[Trent0341]

Absolutely beautiful work!

[WaxingMoon]

One more for tonight..... I'll put up a couple more tomorrow....

Red Oak & Walnut (great combination))!!!
16" x 12" x 7"
192 Count....

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH85/WMWH85F1.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH85/WMWH85F2.jpg

http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn88/evsallee/WMWH85/WMWH85F3.jpg