Page 2 of 2 FirstFirst 12
Results 16 to 19 of 19

Thread: help with Studley inspired tool cabinet design

  1. #16
    Join Date
    Apr 2017
    Location
    Michigan
    Posts
    2,758
    My opinion of the Studley cabinet is that it held a careful selection of tools that made the piece of art work visually, and did not represent a practical working device. As a work of art it is excellent.

    About 25 years ago I was struggling with my tools in my small shop. This was my solution.

    Tool Cabinet.JPG

    It is about 42" x 26" x 74" and the 17 drawers provide almost 100 sq ft of drawer bottom space. The drawers are sized to fit my tools and hardware not stacked or boxed. It has stood the test of time and tool acquisition. Most of my clamps are on the wall but 90% of my tools and hardware are in the chest. The footprint is significant but way better than the previous plan.

  2. #17
    Join Date
    Jan 2010
    Location
    Lafayette, Indiana
    Posts
    1,378
    Tom, that is one fine tool cabinet. I love the design. I don’t remember if it was Kernov, Garret Hack or someone else who said something to the effect of “A shop is a place you should look forward to returning to time and time again.” But I always think of this quote when I see finely crafted cabinets and benches in workshops. I know there is an old “Show me your tool cabinet” thread in the archives here with a number of inspiring pieces, but this piece is one that inspires me. Thanks for sharing. Now I want to see where you store your planes! Well done, and the cabinet looks like it was just made.

    are the drawers all on wooden runners?

  3. #18
    Join Date
    Apr 2017
    Location
    Michigan
    Posts
    2,758
    Thanks Joe. Planes are in the drawer just above the three open ones. Commonly used stuff at the most convenient height, obsolete bits in that top drawer.

  4. #19
    As many have stated, statement chests are usually made towards the end of a career. This is the time when You're no longer "collecting" tools and your method of work is pretty well set in stone. Making a chest too early in ones career is a recipe for out growing it.
    For myself, something like this simply isn't practical but I can certainly appreciate what goes into making one.

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •