Workers Of Wood

had to see how it worked. Biggest complaint - it didn't come with a benchclamp. A C-clamp won't work. Found one on Ebay. Trigger system worked pretty good.
Cut some 2 1/2" maple strips and played around a little
These look like it could be made into something.
Used some birch ply and made some sides
Good side doesn't look too shabby.
I cheated and used more birch ply for a front, back, and bottom. Figured it was ok since this was just a test.
Figured a little support and trim was in order. more maple
Front needed a little dressing up too

Figured I'd try a little flat joinery
Hope I didn't get carried away
Looks like it did it's job
Look at that. It fits!! That measure once and cut twice thing really works.

Made a lid from glued up maple boards
Added a piano hinge, lid supports, a name (You know I had to get the CNC in there someway), 4 rattle cans of Rustoleum 2x paint, and I think the grandson has a new addition.
I would say the Kreg pocket gizmo works. Might have been a little overkill with all the joints being screwed and glued, but I didn't want it falling apart on him. Don't think I could sell these for much of a profit. Was really surprised at what I have in it just for materials. But it was fun and the daughter seemed pleased with it.

I like that,it came out really good.
Herb

Very nice, Jon...a "pilot" project with a purpose...

Nice job Jon, Love the final color. looks professional ( I guess it is)

Bushwhacker

That turned out nice John.

+1 What they all said.

That turned out pretty well. I like that dark finish. Pocket screws are really a pleasure to use and much stronger than you think they'd be. Did you also glue the joints as well?

Glued and screwed. It's heavy and solid.