[Wavytone]

Is anyone else interested ?

I'm in the process of selecting a wooden box maker to manufacture some attractive quality wooden cases for my eyepieces and accessories. Personally I'm after 3 boxes - one for a set of LVW's, another for a set of LV's, and a third box for accessories such as star diagonals, LED torches and so-on. While I'm prepared to do this as a one-off for myself, if others are interested there is some point in making this a bulk order.

Currently I'm considering two box sizes, internal dimensions 330 long x 150 wide x 80 high and another 330 long x by 120 wide x 60 high, ideally constructed from A-grade ply, mahogany or similar, dovetail or finger joinery, with decent brass hinges, catches and carrying handles and a high-grade exterior finish with felt lining. The idea is to have a selection of racks or trays to suit different eyepieces, diagonals etc, a pocket for end caps and plugs, and there is the possibility of including soft internal LED illumination or a heating element.

The likely cost per box will be in the range $100-200 depending on quantity.

If no takers by end January I'm going it alone...