Restoring My Grandpa's Valet Box

I got my Grandpa's old valet box at a family reunion and it needs to be fixed and restored so now is the time.
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00:00 Introduction
00:52 The Problems
01:47 Using Heat to Weaken the Glue Joint
02:43 Glueing it Back Together
04:08 Trimming the Box
04:33 Keeping Your Hands Safe Around Tools
05:03 Applying Stain
05:44 Repairing the drawer
06:38 Replacing the Handle
07:13 Beauty Shots

[@lovesloudcars]

He was only 16 in the summer of 1933. Box looks great now.

[@Hatchmade]

Yeah I didn’t remember the exact dates

[@brandonm9359]

What a great story and restoration.

[@Hatchmade]

Thank you for watching

[@ErickBuildsStuff]

Your way of storytelling and editing is super nice. Wish you have more growth and views.

[@Hatchmade]

Thank you. I really appreciate that.

[@ErickBuildsStuff]

It actually looks like a nice phone + iPad stand. 😅 Modern use for old classic things.

[@Hatchmade]

Yeah. It’s funny that way. I thought the same thing.

[@lovesloudcars]

I was thinking the exact same thing.

[@TheOneOfEarth]

I recently acquired one of these types. By a brand called Decatur industries? It’s in great shape etc but there is some slight dents I was wondering how would I fix the dented wood? With a filler? Would I need to sand it down and fill in the small dents and refinish the entire piece? I made the mistake of using 70% alcohol and it kind of dried it white a little in some areas.

[@Hatchmade]

For fixing minor dents I would start by just putting some water on them. Sometimes that is sufficient to swell the wood. If that doesn’t work placing a damp towel over them then heating it with a hot clothes iron will sometimes help.