LEATHER HATBOX UNVEILING. (With Pictures too!)

[Magus]

Well everyone…the wait is over. I want to say thanks for the encouragement from everyone and the offers support for the build. As I shared with some of you, I won’t let something leave my hands until I feel good about it and don’t expect others to fund my work, but the offers were and are sincerely appreciated.

NOTE: The leather is currently unstained. Should there be a buyer I wanted to offer them the choice of having custom tooling added, the shade of brown and the level of gloss to the finish. The case is lined with 1/8 melamine, and weights just over 6 lbs. I would feel very secure carrying it on any plane or placing it in any trunk with other luggage. You could check it, and it is strong but I wouldn’t endanger the tooling if it were me.

So here it is I call it The Manhattan. As you can see the top reflects the theme of skyscraper girders and has a leaning toward art deco. This frames a distance view of the 1940’s Manhattan skyline.

Picture 2 shows the SOLID BRASS feet (yes I finally found some) and one of the two solid brass buckle assemblies.

In this third picture you see the buckle assemble a bit closer, the design is based on the Chrysler Building.

The handle is shown in picture four. It is very sturdy, hand made and cased, and fits nicely into your hand.

Pictures five and six give us the pleated and padded satin lined interior of the body and the smooth padded interior of the top.

Lastly we see the bottom. No feet are placed here so that it may be stacked on another leather case without damaging it.

PLEASE feel free to post comments or questions. PM me if you wish this one…or want to order one.

Thanks for your patience,

My best,
M

 

[TommySalieri]

WOW. I wouldn't mind having one of these for my favorite hat. What is your estimate on the price for both boxes?

 

[Tomasso]

Fabulous Handiwork!!!

Please post photos of the finished product.

 

[Tony in Tarzana]

Just happened to have some Artie Shaw music playing on the computer when I saw this.

Wonderful! I'm glad to see there are some craftsmen left in this world! :eusa_clap

 

[Dinerman]

Ooh! I like it. I'd be nervous actually using something like that. It's too nice. I'd be afraid of messing it up.

 

[Magus]

WOW. I wouldn't mind having one of these for my favorite hat. What is your estimate on the price for both boxes?

What is shown is actually one box and its lid. This one stained and finished would be about $300 plus shipping.


M

 

[Magus]

Ooh! I like it. I'd be nervous actually using something like that. It's too nice. I'd be afraid of messing it up.

Well its 1/8" thick skirting leather so you will have a HARD tome messing it up. I can do one for ya with no tooling that you wouldn't ahve to be cautious about though if you wish.

 

[Tony in Tarzana]

$300? Wow, considering how much time and effort you put into it, that's shockingly low.

Tempting, too...


(P.S, I hadn't checked the thread before I replied to the PM.)

 

[Tony in Tarzana]

Ooh! I like it. I'd be nervous actually using something like that. It's too nice. I'd be afraid of messing it up.

Then again, with fine leather, it doesn't really get "messed up," it gains character.

 

[epic610]

Important question...

will it fit into the overhead compartment on a plane?

 

[Magus]

will it fit into the overhead compartment on a plane?

Yes, I believe so. The measurments on this one are 15.5"X 15.5"X8. Plus this one accomadates a 3"+ brimmed hat. Should you wish a smaller one each one is virtually custom made so doing that would be "do-able".

M

 

[squid]

That is a really nice box. And I think the price is very reasonable for the quality.

 

[Cruiser]

Wow.

That is one fabulous hatbox. Incredible attention to detail.

 

[jay_b]

You did a really great job on that! I'm impressed!

 

[Marc Chevalier]

Really, really fine. Better than any hatbox I've ever seen from the Golden Era. Congratulations! :eusa_clap

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[Razzman]

Very impressive. Well thought out. Nice touch with the leather and the intricate tooling. A piece that will, protect the hat it stores and last a lifetime. A piece that could be handed down. :eusa_clap
Congratulations on a job well done. :eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap :eusa_clap

 

[Wolfmanjack]

Truly a work of art, Magus. Easily worth twice what you're asking.

 

[DanielJones]

Wow!

Nice hat shrine Magus! Love the tooling!:eusa_clap

Cheers!

Dan

 

[Magus]

Thanks....

Thanks everyone for the great comments and encouragement and the suggestions (recieved in private). They are all apreciated. I may just keep this one since its #1 and start another right away. But as my dad told me, "Nearly everything is for sale if the price is high enough!" I plan on this being a limited and numbered "run"... I have another solid design plan set and a third stirring around the back of my mind. Then there is that crazy Stratoliner thing I came up with....gotta puzzle out that one someday.

Now....if I can sell a couple to pay for the materials I bought to make them... Then I can start saving for that Art F. Special.


M

 

[Art Fawcett]

the work shows your talent Magus. Let me be the first to publically order one. Your price is more than fair and the design is terrific. I'll email with particulars.
Bravo!!!!