Collectors problem of storage - my answer to this "problem"

[Peter1960]

Well, I guess that I share the "storage problem" with some others collectors and I was asked to show my idea.
The challange was: low priced, easy to do and space saving

I will show you how I solved it:

First step - some empty wooden boxes
http://img167.imageshack.us/img167/2640/box101mediumjh0.jpg

Second step - some pieces of ply wood I trimmed to the inner dimensions of the boxes, drilled holes for dowels and glued the dowels on the boards. To protect the knives from scratches I used black felting. A priceless advantage is the Spyderhole :D
http://img521.imageshack.us/img521/1148/box104mediumzp0.jpg

Holding capacity of each box depends on the knives (in average 4-6 boards)
http://img264.imageshack.us/img264/156/box103mediumkw5.jpg

http://img167.imageshack.us/img167/778/box102mediumim1.jpg

All my boxes (note all boards are not jam-packed ;) )
http://img511.imageshack.us/img511/3553/box105mediumec1.jpg

Feel free to copy it :)

[224477]

Peter, thats great thought storage system, thanks for sharing.
I am still bellow 20 pcs. /LOL/ so I am handy with a simply toolbox with lining our of thin PVC foam.

[David Lowry]

Peter,

That's exactly what I was looking for. I think that I may just make a small board with dowels and hang it on the wall for my "EDC" items.

Thanks very much for sharing that idea. I love it!!

[Chucula]

That looks like a great way to store a whole buncha knives. Thanks for the pics!

[OuchThatsSharp]

Thanks, Peter1960. Great idea.

[kwakster]

But where do you store the original cardboard boxes your Spydies come in ?
:D

[WhyNot]

Great solution to very common problem!
Simple and elegant!
Thanks,
WhyNot.

[Jazz]

Very cool idea, and I also like the idea of hanging some on the wall. Thanks for sharing.
-Jazz.

[dskmanch]

that's superb - thanks for sharing :)

[fellyjr]

Peter, I love your "parking garage's" for your Spydies. I will have to come up with the materials and make some of my own.
I am concerned with one knife that I feel is really out of place in your photo's and I feel it's best if you would go ahead and send it to me. It's the blue G-10 Native. :D ;) :o :eek:

[Peter1960]

But where do you store the original cardboard boxes your Spydies come in ?
:D
Good question! :spyder: models I know inside out but my family don't. As next step I plan to fix a model-badge on the knives. Actually I still prefer to play with the knives instead of the boxes ;) (just kidding).

The empty original boxes are stored in cardboard boxes in the cellar.

[Peter1960]

Great solution to very common problem!
Simple and elegant!
Thanks,
WhyNot.
You should tell this my wife :D

[Peter1960]

I am concerned with one knife that I feel is really out of place in your photo's and I feel it's best if you would go ahead and send it to me. It's the blue G-10 Native. :D ;) :o :eek:
To carry coals to Newcastle, Felly :cool: :D

[fellyjr]

To carry coals to Newcastle, Felly :cool: :D
Or "taking owls to Athens". ;) :D

[The Deacon]

Very nice work Peter! What are your plans for staining and finishing the exteriors?

[Peter1960]

Paul, I've painted the boxes, nothing else.