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MAR/APR 2003
Volume 46/Issue 2

IN THIS ISSUE
Project Articles
• Classic Rolltop Desk
• Keyed Corner Jewelry Box
• Colonial Spice Cabinet

DEPARTMENTS
• Ask Smitty
• Owner’s Gallery
• Letters from Owners
 
Academy Notes
Basic Techniques for Faceplate Turning
 
Service Pointers
MARK V Quill Feed Maintenance
 
Safety Tips
12 Valuable Lathe Safety Tips

What's New
Wall Mounted Storage System for Tables

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The Classic Rolltop Desk

9. Top Drawers. A locking drawer joint is used on the Top Drawers (see Top Drawer Construction drawing). For parts JJ through QQ, repeat the same construction procedures as in step 8.

10. Finishing. Prior to final assembly, apply the finish of your choice to the Insert, Tambour and Frame.

11. Assembly. Insert the Tambour into the grooves in the Sides (D). Attach the Rolltop to the Desktop with dowels, but do not glue, as this makes the desk easier to disassemble in the event you have to move it. Have someone help you lower the assembled Rolltop onto the dowel holes in the Desktop.

Next, attach the Bottom Rail (C) to the Desktop using #9 x 1-1/4" flathead wood screws. Nail the back (E) into place using small brads or 2-penny nails. Finally, select and install the hardware of your choice and enjoy!

View Plans &
Assembly Drawings

• Side View
• Top Drawer
• Insert Drawer
• Front View
• Scroll Details
• Rolltop Assembly
• List of Materials

Making Tambours Article

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