Hetzel Tool Chest Plan

This is a Union tool chest with the original carry box. The tool chest is assembled from quarter-sawn white oak with finger joints. Each of the drawers runs on wooden rails, which fit flush in the case. The front of each drawer has a small detail, which today, as then, is made with a scratch tool. We detail the tool in the instructions. The drawers are staggered in size from the top to the bottom and when finished they are lined with green felt. There is a locking front door to the chest that stores under the bottom drawer when not in use. The carry box is made of white pine and the construction is quite simple. It also has a locking door. When you complete this project you will own an exact reproduction of a tool chest that set the standard for excellence for many craftsmen at the turn of the century.


Size: Tool Chest 26" wide x 14" high x 10" deep
Carry Box 29 1/4 wide x 16" high x 12 1/2" deep
Skill level: Beginner

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