Wood Display Box Project

This video project series gives step-by-step instruction to build a timeless wood display box for a watch collection or other valuable items . At the end of this tutorial, you should have a beautiful heirloom quality display case, while also gaining a healthy amount of woodworking skills and techniques that you can apply to all of your future projects.

A wooden watch display case with a glass top, containing several watch compartments with black cushions, one watch with a metallic band visible in the center.

A rectangular wooden box with a glass top displaying watches inside.

A wooden watch storage box with a glass lid, containing several black watch cases, with one silver watch clasp visible.

A wooden box with metal corner accents, containing a colorless liquid and a watch visible through a glass lid.

Wooden watch box with a glass lid, containing a silver wristwatch and several empty compartments.

Wooden watch box with a glass lid opened, containing a wristwatch and several compartments for watches or accessories.

A wooden watch box with a glass lid containing multiple compartments, and a wristwatch with a black band and silver details placed outside on a beige surface.

A wooden box with a glass top containing eight compartments, each with a black leather watch pouch inside.

The wood display box is approximately 12.5” long x 7.75” wide. It holds eight watches using standard size watch pillows. The watch compartments will accommodate practically any size wrist watch.

By signing up, you will have access to eight 4k high definition videos that walk you through each step of the build process.

Learn the following skills:

Creating wrap around grain
Cutting miter joints
Installing a box bottom
Cut and install brass splines
Creating a box lid
Glass cutting
Making an interior box liner
Build an interlocking divider system
Hinge installation
Applying finish

Project Requirements

Approximately 2 board feet of walnut
Brass bar stock (optional)
Standard picture frame glass
Woodworking tools that allow you to rip and cross cut boards
Leather or fabric (optional)
Watch pillows
Adhesive
Sandpaper

Wood Display Case Project Class

$25.00

One time

Follow along with this self-paced online class to create a stunning wood display case for a watch collection or other treasured items.

✓ Unlimited lifetime access

✓ 8 Exclusive videos

✓ Detailed build instructions

✓ Comprehensive box hinges tutorial

✓ Techniques for working glass and metal

Frequently Asked Questions

Woodworking plans rely on typed words and pictures. There is a lot of room for error. This tutorial series gives you videos that show each step instead of simply reading directions. You can get explanation and learn techniques that are not possible through traditional woodworking plans. BUT you will also receive downloadable project plans in the course.
Skill level is subjective. Some people pick certain skills up quickly. This course assumes that you know how to perform basic functions such as cutting boards on a table saw and sharpening chisels. All other steps on how to make the project are explained in the video.
When it comes to woodworking, there is always more than one way to do something. In the video, you will see certain tools and techniques used. That does not mean you have to use these. This class uses a planer, jointer, table saw, miter gauge, band saw, chisels, and a glass cutter. If you have an alternative tool that works best for you then that’s great!
If you do not have a planer or jointer, you will have to find pre-milled material. Sometimes, lumber dealers offer milling services for a fee.
The materials needed depends on how you want to customize your watch case. You will need at least 2 board feet of wood, picture frame glass, 1/8” thick brass bar stock (optional), leather/fabric (optional), hinges, screws, and various types of adhesives. A list of the exact materials is provided during each step.
The goal in this course is to teach you how to make the project so you walk away with a watch case. If you have questions or are confused about certain aspects then contact us via email so we can help get you back on track!
Absolutely! You will see walnut and brass used to make the watch case. This project can be made from just about any hard wood species. You can use wood for the splines instead of brass, or skip the splines altogether . You can use your favorite finishing method, or even paint it if you want to!
Please know, if you choose to make your project a different size we cannot help you to redesign it. You will be responsible for any modifications you want to make.
Nope! Once you purchase the course you can access the videos as many times as you want for as long as you want. This allows you to work at your own pace.
Unfortunately, no. Once you have access to watch the videos it is impossible to return the amazing knowledge you’ve gained! But we’re confident that you will love the lesson plan and can apply the skills learned to another project in the future.