Devanmc's Case build

[GolfNut]

I figured I'd keep a thread to update with pictures for Devan on his case build. This was supposed to be a gift for him, but he decided to fill it up when he sent it to me and floored me with his generosity.

I plan to have this done and back to him in time for the shack herf....I HOPE!!

Anyway, since I know you're looking forward to it Devan, here's the first pic for you.

Initial fitting of lower case spanish cedar lining. 3/8" stock, milled to fit under the case lip, and relieved for the latches:
http://i253.photobucket.com/albums/hh59/idfliers/IMG-20110730-00347.jpg

[Tyler]

Are you done yet? :r Just kidding Devan. Looking good already. I am anxious to see how it turns out. :tu

[GolfNut]

Are you done yet? :r Just kidding Devan. Looking good already. I am anxious to see how it turns out. :tu

:sl :fu2

:lr

Me too. I haven't even decided how it's going to turn out yet. I guess we'll all be surprised!

[Tyler]

Haha well Forrest we all know it will be spectacular! :tu

[Devanmc]

mmmm sexy :tu

[Ogre]

mmmm sexy :tu


are you calling Forrest sexy??? The case is looking good, but I dont know if I would go that far!!!:noon

[Loon]

:wo
Every thread is a banter thread.

Who knew? :rolleyes:

[GolfNut]

Dang. Forgot the "before" pic. We'll use Devan's:
http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l89/devanmc436/IMG_20101230_133418.jpg

[GolfNut]

are you calling Forrest sexy??? The case is looking good, but I dont know if I would go that far!!!:noon

I'm too sexy for my shirt.... :lr

[Steve]

Looks nice...but kinda empty

:r:r

[GolfNut]

Yeah, it'd be kind of funny if this thing went back to Devan completely full wouldn't it. :lr

[Devanmc]

No it wouldnt!
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[Ogre]

Yeah, it'd be kind of funny if this thing went back to Devan completely full wouldn't it. :lr

Of Swisher Grapes (They are his favorite) Thats why he have you the full box of Anarchy's.

[Steve]

I know I would be laughing...

:hy

[Ogre]

Of Swisher Grapes (They are his favorite) Thats why he sent you the full box of Anarchy's.

fixed it, damn IPhones

[Ranger_B]

That would sure get a laugh or two out of me. Hell I might even be willing to contribute just to see it. Me thinks you might be on to something Forrest.

[Devanmc]

Shush all of you! :p
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[CigarNut]

Shush all of you! :p
Posted via Mobile DeviceNow, that IS a challenge :)

[Ranger_B]

Dont forget to take a picture of it empty before you send it. Then the asylum will take care of it.

[Devanmc]

I think you fellas bombed me enough before I left the army. No need to continue.
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[Ogre]

I think you fellas bombed me enough before I left the army. No need to continue.
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That was then, this is NOW!!!!!:sl

[Devanmc]

That was then, this is NOW!!!!!:sl

I disagree
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[Steve]

I disagree with your disagreement...

[GolfNut]

Sounds like we're all in agreement. :lr

[Devanmc]

I think you've missed something
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[DMK]

So......

























we send to you Forrest to fill it before return??:r:r
Addy please:tf

[G G]

woot woot

[Steve]

I think you've missed something

That you have an empty humi...?

[Devanmc]

I blame forrest for making it that way

It was full when I sent it
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[Ranger_B]

Well he is just returning it in the manner he found it.

[Ogre]

Well he is just returning it in the manner he found it.

:rlz say it can not travel by itself!! You know that rule Devan!!!

[maninblack]

You're royally screwed youngin. Just sayin.

[Devanmc]

:lv
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[GolfNut]

So......

























we send to you Forrest to fill it before return??:r:r
Addy please:tf

Geez, you think I'll just give my addy to ANYONE?! :r

Yeah, this could be fun. OK, PM for my addy and we can fill this thing up for him. lol

Im-patiently waiting for my cigarsolutions order for this to come in so I can get going with the next steps!

[Sherlockholms]

I think you fellas bombed me enough before I left the army. No need to continue.
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There's always need to continue!! :sl

[kelmac07]

Silly rabbit...tricks are for kids. :r :r

[BigAsh]

I think he might need the "civilian" newsletter...

:r:r

[Devanmc]

I don't need no stinkin news letters...
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[Devanmc]

Any good updates forrest? Just curious

Thanks again brother
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[GolfNut]

Any good updates forrest? Just curious

Thanks again brother
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http://cdn.thenextweb.com/me/files/2010/07/simpsons_are-we-there-yet.jpg


LOL, I'm waiting on an order from cigarsolutions to come in so I can lay out the rest of it.

Hey, I can always ship it directly to the shack! Bet it would get stuffed full there! :lr

[Devanmc]

That exactly how I feel. With the Christmas gift of unwrapping something awesome part.

Nah I don't want to do that, not my house or anything. Besides still 3 more business days of possible work and shipping Monday. Could get it by shack, so there is still hope. :r
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[GolfNut]

So as I dig a little deeper into this project, a vision is starting to form in my little pea-brain. I wish I had a few weeks to devote to this, but I have til Monday, so I best get crackin! Here's a bit more for Devan:
http://i253.photobucket.com/albums/hh59/idfliers/IMG-20110804-00354.jpg
http://i253.photobucket.com/albums/hh59/idfliers/IMG-20110804-00355.jpg

[DPD6030]

Looking pretty fly ;)

[Ogre]

Looking sweet Forrest!!!

[kelmac07]

Looking real good Forrest. :tu :tu

Is Devan going to be able to carry that thing? You know that case looks mighty big. Maybe we outta send him a wagon to pull it with. :r :r

[GolfNut]

Yeah, it'll hold 60 when I'm done with it. 30 big long un's and 30 in the 6 1/2" range or more I suppose if there's some little short ones. I'll finish the other 3 trays tomorrow and move on to all the crap I want to do in the top half of the case.

Right now.........I need a beer and a cigar! Been a damn long day and I'm tired. Just so happens I have one of those Maduro beer's in the fridge calling my name. Now let's see if I can find a maduro cigar to go with it! :tu

[GolfNut]

Looking real good Forrest. :tu :tu

Is Devan going to be able to carry that thing? You know that case looks mighty big. Maybe we outta send him a wagon to pull it with. :r :r

I'm thinking wheels and one of those little pull out luggage handles. :lr

[kelmac07]

I'm thinking wheels and one of those little pull out luggage handles. :lr

There you go. :D :D

[Devanmc]

if you want and need more time to pimp it out then take it. Its not mandatory that I have the case back for shack. Just a hope and a dream.

looking good so far! :tu

[Mattso3000]

That thing is looking sweet Devan. Nice work so far Forrest.

[Devanmc]

forrest, if you need more time to get everything you want done, then take it. :sh

[Fordman4ever]

That thing looks awesome.

[cmitch]

I think you fellas bombed me enough before I left the army. No need to continue.
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Well, we still have these dates left:
Operation Labor Day
Operation Veteran's Day
Operation Thanksgiving
Operation Christmas :r:r:r

[Ranger_B]

Dont forget
Operation Monday
Operation Tuesday
Operation Wednesday
Operation Thursday
Operation Friday
Operation Saturday

[cmitch]

Dont forget
Operation Monday
Operation Tuesday
Operation Wednesday
Operation Thursday
Operation Friday
Operation Saturday
You can't leave out operation Sunday. After all, it's the Lord's day and you're supposed to love thy neighbor as thyself.

[Devanmc]

:tf :sl

atleast its Monday the 15th Forrest. Gives you another week of creativity.

[N2 GOLD]

Looking real nice... :tu

[GolfNut]

Getting cloooooooser :D
http://i253.photobucket.com/albums/hh59/idfliers/IMG-20110805-00357.jpg

[Drez]

coming along nicely!!!!!!!

[Tyler]

I agree! It looks sweet! I can't wait to see the finished project as it already looks waaaayy better than when he first bought the case with the foam in it.

[Devanmc]

the top is really confusing me... :confused:

buts definitely coming along.

[Tyler]

Well he is not done yet Devan. Wait are you done? Is it done? When will it be done? :r

Just kidding Devan. It does look confusing but knowing Forrest it will all come together and its purpose will be made known and it will be epic.

[Devanmc]

http://cdn.thenextweb.com/me/files/2010/07/simpsons_are-we-there-yet.jpg

[Tyler]

http://www.motivationalz.com/pictures/is_it_done_yet.jpg

[Devanmc]

:r :r :r

[Devanmc]

http://aussieexotics.com/forum/dlattach/attach,45045/image/Ferrari-458-Italia-Photoshoot-Sydney/drooling-homer-140.gif-7919.0.html.jpg

[Old Sailor]

I blame forrest for making it that way

It was full when I sent it
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And I'm SURE it will come back the same way!!:noon

[GolfNut]

the top is really confusing me...


Huh, well hopefully this will help clear things up a bit:

The bottom of the case holds 60 cigars. Up to 8 3/4" on the left, and 6 1/2" on the right.
http://i253.photobucket.com/albums/hh59/idfliers/IMG-20110805-00358.jpg

The top of the case has a hinged cover. This cover not only acts as a lid for all the upper compartments, but also as a lid for the lower compartment when the case is closed. :
http://i253.photobucket.com/albums/hh59/idfliers/IMG-20110805-00359.jpg

I'd probably empty my entire wineador to fill this thing up, but I threw in a few things to show scale on it. The right lower is a toro size cigar, the upper compartments on the right can each hold 3 toro sized cigars for an additional 12 up above, plus a variety of small cigars can be placed in the spare compartments as well as cutters, lighters, whatever.
http://i253.photobucket.com/albums/hh59/idfliers/IMG-20110805-00360.jpg

And a shot of the upper lid closed down holding all the stuff up top:
http://i253.photobucket.com/albums/hh59/idfliers/IMG-20110805-00361.jpg

He can relocate the bead bag to either side if he wants. It fits in those right hand compartments just fine.

I hope you enjoy it Devan. Thank you for your service for our Country. :tu

[Tyler]

Sweet!! That is what I thought you were doing with the top but I was wondering how you would make it so the air flows. You sir a master! If I ever need anything like this done you are the one I am coming to for sure. Great job for a very deserving brother. :tu

[GolfNut]

Thank you. I should also note that each of the lower trays have slatted bottoms. The cigar foam is of an open cell design, so it should do well for a travel case.

[Devanmc]

that case is so amazing. thank you very much! way better then i could have thought and had in my head.

no need for any additions to "fill" the case. you have done amazing work! :tu

[Ender]

That looks badass!!!! Something to definitely brag about.

[kelmac07]

Amazing work Forrest!! :tu :tu That thing is cool as hell.

[longknocker]

Very Nice, Forrest! :banger :tu

[Bill86]

Damn fine work Forrest, VERY impressive :tu

[maninblack]

Great job Forrest!!! Awesome!

[Ogre]

Damn, I want one now!!!

[Mattso3000]

By far the best travel case I have seen yet, that is awesome.

[Devanmc]

Damn, I want one now!!!

go buy and empty road case, i found mine at a garage sale and only spent like 5bucks on it though.

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/accessories/gator-g-tour-cd-13-x-17-ata-road-case

then bomb the **** out of forrest -(P

[Devanmc]

*happy dance* the case is on its way.

I think it went on a diet. 15lbs, down from 25lbs :r
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[Ogre]

*happy dance* the case is on its way.

I think it went on a diet. 15lbs, down from 25lbs :r
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Reinforce the mailbox!!! The case is coming home!!!

[Devanmc]

scheduled delivery is friday, i shall move into the bomb shelter i guess.

ive been fore warned, this is scary.

[GolfNut]

*happy dance* the case is on its way.

I think it went on a diet. 15lbs, down from 25lbs :r
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I've really no idea how much it weighs. I just guessed at 15#'s. LOL But of course, it's not full of beer bottles anymore either. :D

[Devanmc]

well fedex shows it at 15#, ill weight it before opening for amusement.

[Ogre]

I've really no idea how much it weighs. I just guessed at 15#'s. LOL But of course, it's not full of beer bottles anymore either. :D

At least not full ones!!!!:banger

[jesseboston81]

Absolutely brilliant work, Forrest!

[GolfNut]

scheduled delivery is friday, i shall move into the bomb shelter i guess.

ive been fore warned, this is scary.

Before this gets out of hand and Devan gets disappointed, there aren't any cigars in it. :(

There was a guy going to send some for you, but they didn't show by ship time. If they do show up, they will be forwarded.

So, just a lovely cedar filled case. Hope you enjoy. :)

[Blak Smyth]

Man that thing came out truly amazing. Congrats Devon and great job Forrest.
Very impressive, you are very talented!

[Devanmc]

Before this gets out of hand and Devan gets disappointed, there aren't any cigars in it. :(

There was a guy going to send some for you, but they didn't show by ship time. If they do show up, they will be forwarded.

So, just a lovely cedar filled case. Hope you enjoy. :)

fair enough, im more interested in the case. i have cigars

[Doctorossi]

Congratulations, Devan- that sucker looks awesome!

Beautiful work, Forrest!

[TBone]

Had to see the beginning and wait for the final product awesome job Forrest....now Devan needs to fill that thing up

[N2 GOLD]

WOW, that is a very sweet case. :tu I want one now... -(P

[DPD6030]

Great looking case and excellent work Forrest :tu

[hscmit]

very nice

[Devanmc]

just waiting and waiting for tomorrow to come

[Blak Smyth]

just waiting and waiting for tomorrow to come

You love packages?:noon Good for you:noon

[Devanmc]

Aug 12, 2011 7: 27 AM
On FedEx vehicle for delivery

:noon:noon:noon :wo

[Mattso3000]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YKUOB8MN4Kc&feature=related

[WittyUserName]

nice. I cannot wait to see it all filled up.

[Devanmc]

that wont happen until i leave for school. No reason to fill it when i have my cooler all set up

[Fordman4ever]

Congrats on the amazing case. I'm totally jealous, I need to get me one of those.

[Devanmc]

i got a great deal on mine cuz i bought if for pennies at some old mans garage sale. they are usually pretty expensive, even used.

http://cgi.ebay.com/Star-Case-ATA-Star-Equipment-Road-Flight-Travel-Case-/150631061641?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item23124f9889

then you gotta pay someone like forrest to do up the inside. which would probably be another 200-300bucks. its not really a cost effective case. but since i got the case for nearly free, i got a good deal.

[Devanmc]

forrest, this case is ****ing awesome!! :tu

[Ogre]

forrest, this case is ****ing awesome!! :tu

:np

[GolfNut]

forrest, this case is ****ing awesome!! :tu

:D :tu

[Devanmc]

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l89/devanmc436/IMG_20110812_143005.jpg
http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l89/devanmc436/IMG_20110812_143018.jpg
http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l89/devanmc436/IMG_20110812_143038.jpg
http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l89/devanmc436/IMG_20110812_143106.jpg

[Bill86]

Damn that turned out most excellent

Great work Forrest! :tu

[Ogre]

I have to admit, that is one HELLOFA HERF BOX!!!!!!!!

[Apoco]

AWESOME! :banger

Great work!
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[Devanmc]

A. do i have enough travel storage?
B. is it big enough?

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l89/devanmc436/IMG_20110812_160707.jpg

BTW it weights 23.2lbs

[Blak Smyth]

A. do i have enough travel storage?
B. is it big enough?

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l89/devanmc436/IMG_20110812_160707.jpg

BTW it weights 23.2lbs

I don't even think I own enough clothes to fill those!

[Devanmc]

i could bring a photo of my cooler to prove i can fill them all. im just to lazy and not stupid enough, to fill a case that is in need of seasoning.

[Mattso3000]

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l89/devanmc436/IMG_20110812_143106.jpg

I don't know Devan, looks a little empty to me...:r:r

[Devanmc]

does it help that there are wet paper towels there now? :r

[Doctorossi]

Now you can drop your cigars off the rooftop garden! :tu

[WittyUserName]

That looks great!!

[Devanmc]

just ordered some foam sheets to put on the top of each shelf for added cigar protection.

[OLS]

Two points...A.) GET THOSE PAPER TOWELS OFF THAT FOAM!!! Sorry...You don't want to grow mold on that,
and it certainly doesn't need to be seasoned. Hate to see you spend money on foam and then pre-dispose it to
growing science experiments.
B.) If you don't bring that to the shack, I will personally aid in kicking your a55.

You can take that foam out and season the wood with paper towels on plastic bags or sheets.
Unless the foam is glued to the trays, in which case you should still get the wet towels off the foam.
NICE FREAKING ROAD BOX!

[kelmac07]

And make your bed damnit...I know the Army taught you better than that. :D

[OLS]

And make your bed damnit...I know the Army taught you better than that. :D

Haha, Hospital Corners............

By the way, I guess if the foam is glued in, you could put sponges in the accessory area and close it upside down.
That would help season it and keep mold from growing. OR beads....a lot of wet heartfelt beads. You have 4-5 days
that shoudl be plenty, I mean it's a ROAD BOX after all, not a desktop. You're gonna have compromises.

[GolfNut]

Nope, not glued.

[Devanmc]

Didn't think about that, foam removed, problem fixed.

Mac, its linen day. Bed was in process of getting new sheets.
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[OLS]

Didn't think about that, foam removed,

Don't worry, that's why you have ME....

[Devanmc]

I'm hoping this has a good seal like a desktop. I want to used it in my dorm room as my humidor, since I don't own a desktop
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[BigAsh]

And make your bed damnit...I know the Army taught you better than that. :D

hahaha.....once a sarge, always a sarge!!

[Devanmc]

first additions to the case

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l89/devanmc436/IMG_20110814_135308.jpg

if i ever meet mac im just going to address him as 1sgt...:tu

[kelmac07]

WHEN i meet mac im just going to address him as 1sgt...:tu

Fixed it for ya Devan. :D

[Devanmc]

If only i was able to attend epic but that really dont look like its in the cards.

[DPD6030]

If only i was able to attend epic but that really dont look like its in the cards.

Then play another hand ;)

[Devanmc]

If only it were that easy
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[Devanmc]

Rh seems to be leveling out should be ready for shack.
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[Blak Smyth]

Rh seems to be leveling out should be ready for shack.
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:tu

[Devanmc]

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l89/devanmc436/IMG_20110817_130704.jpg

[357]

http://i94.photobucket.com/albums/l89/devanmc436/IMG_20110817_130704.jpg

Packed and ready for Shack I see?

[Devanmc]

yup it is, btw check up phone and txt me back.

[Ogre]

And make your bed damnit...I know the Army taught you better than that. :D

hahaha.....once a sarge, always a PAIN IN THE A$$!!

fixed it!!!!

[DPD6030]

Now I know where to go if I'm running low on cash ;) J/K brother! Nice case and I'm ready for the Shack Attack!

[Devanmc]

itll be gone in a flash once i arrive :sl

[Old Sailor]

I'm hoping this has a good seal like a desktop. I want to used it in my dorm room as my humidor, since I don't own a desktopPosted via Mobile Device

:r:r

[DMK]

:r:r

Does this mean I can send him one??:r:r

[Devanmc]

NO!!! i dont need one...or really even want one. but OLS took care of that at shack it seems. guess i have something cool looking to take to school.