How To Build A Wooden Concealed American Flag With Lights/Locks/Struts |DIY|
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I show you step by step how to build one of these 25" concealed American Flags. This flag is unlike many others because of the RFID lock, motion sensor light, and self opening struts. Give it a watch and let me know what you think in the comments! All the links to the materials are listed below.
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Tanfoglio in the cabinet! Nice touch!
Finally someone who shows you step by step great job.
The metaphorical symbolism depicted in this piece of construction should not be lost on anyone
Im a retired cabinet maker, Kid you got talent. Nice job!!!
I also checked out your web site, awesome.
Thank you so much!! I appreciate your kind words!! Stay safe and god bless !
The only thing I would change is the mounting of the flag on the wall. If the battery dies you can't get in it. Mount it so you can get to the back so you can get in. By removing the screws on the back. Awesome build !!!
Very clean build and well described video. I like the lock system. Far better than the mag lock.
Being an electrician, I may wire mine if I build one and have an outlet behind the flag in order to install led lighting I don't have to charge as well as a alarm on it connected to my home security. That way unless I deactivate the alarm, it will automatically alert my alarm company to send police so I can concentrate on neutralizing the threat.
That would be awesome!
I think this is one of the best videos describing how to build one of these concealed flag displays. Great job and thank you.
Really nice build. I now need to build five of them, one for me and then four more for my gun packing kids.
And me please? Can I be your kid?
True American🦾
Why stop at 5? You can use the same principle for a mirror for Long Guns
I've been thinking about making one of these and watching a bunch of build vids. This one is my favorite so far by a long shot.
That means a lot! Thank you! Let me know ever you come across any questions
@@keystonewoodworx4544 I found this site super helpful in the process of laying it out. www.cutlistoptimizer.com/. I'm hoping to finish building the first of two of these soon. Would you like photos of it?
Crown molding around lid would be nice. It would look like the flag was picture framed in and you wouldn't notice it opens up. Just a suggestion...
That’s a great idea!
Great looking flag. Super way for concealing fire arms or anything else for that matter. I can’t wait to start my build!
Thank you sir! Best of luck!
Awesome informative Video experience Y'alls God Bless Ya Prayers 🙏
Thank you Steven!
You're Welcome
OH DANG IM MAKING that right now designing as I go..wish I would of found this ahead
What bit rid you use to router in the inlay for the panel to sit into
VERY WELL DONE ! VERY NICE VIDEO ! I ENJOYED IT A LOT !! THANK YOU FOR SHARING !!
I like the included detail to this build. Great video!
Thank you!
Beautiful work.
Thank you!
What size bit do you use for the stars, typically i use a 90 V Bit , but for larger flags. I was thinking a 60 V Bit?
Would love a hardware list for this. Like the magnetic opener and the hinges and so on! This is awesome!!
Thank you so much! I actually have all of the hard on my website. Lakesidewoodshed.com
@@keystonewoodworx4544 it seems as if this website is down. Do you
have the hardware posted anywhere else?
I can't get the website to work either, but would love to see where to get the hardware
I'm looking to build something similar for our anniversary, he's running out of room to store his guns. This is awesome!!
It’s a fun and cool build! I had a bunch of fun making it. Best of luck with your build Jasmine! If you are looking for any of the components, I have them bundled on my website. Lakesidewoodshed.com
Nice CM9! I've got one of them too.
Love it. Very excited to do this!
Nice video great detail. Can you add links or provide info on the struts and RFID locks. Keep up the great work. 👽
Beautiful
Thank you!
Could you share who did the music? It’s hypnotic😊
Great job! The downside is if you don’t have an NC cutter for the stars. There are other options to do it by hand! I am going to fab a couple for my son and son in law! I might make three so I can keep one.. 👍🏼 again great job!
Thanks a bunch! Amazon sells stencils for painting the stars
masterful work
Very nice video! Concealment flag cabinet looks great.
Thanks a bunch!!
New to your channel thanx to this video, very creative. Thank you for sharing
My wood shop teacher is rolling over in his grave. The crossed arm move you did cutting the stripes on radial arm saw would have gotten you a fail on the safety check. Besides that, just so you don't think I'm trolling here, I loved this video and this project is awesome! Really well done on both flag and video content. Thanks!
Hahaha thanks John, you’re definitely right, not going to deny that.
@@keystonewoodworx4544 hey, your tablesaw use was safe, so that's a more dangerous tool. Don't ya love armchair woodworkers? Lol. Enjoy the videos. Keep up the good work
How do you cut the foam??
Thanks for the video
Seems that lid would warp without reinforced backers. When I've made just that sized flag and left it without a backers. They've warped in as little as 30 minutes
A nice work bud. I was wondering if you could send me a link to those hinges that you use for the flag oh greatly appreciate it brother. Thank you.
Nice job!
Thank you sir!
Awesome build bro. Really nice
Thank you so much !
I love the idea but my question is how do you get into it if you let batteries die?
Ya dont
That is badass! I'd like to get one for my sister, she's Ex military, she'd love it, great vid
Lol don't let her hear you say ex-military. I asked a guy onetime was he ex-military and he let me know right quick he was former military not ex.
I guess ex is a bad term to use 😜
The term is either Veteran or Retired Military. "Ex-military" is for people who got Dishonorable discharged
Nice job what kind of foam you use and we’re can I get it
Nice build and good video. You also have good taste in pistols. The Witness is one of my favorites.
Haha thanks! I found that one used for a good price. I haven’t shot it in a while but do love taking it out when I can!
Great job
Great video. Thank you
Thank you for watching!!
This is so cool.. Thanks for sharing
Is there anyway that you could publish step by step instructions that we could print off?
Very cool - thanks
Thanks for watching!
Nice shop
Thank you!!
With that style of hinge does the door close flush against the case or is there a gap?
This is great, can't wait to see what all you build!
Thanks a bunch! Any suggestions on the next video? I’m in the process of moving rn😅
@@keystonewoodworx4544 any furniture with hidden chargers, lights, ports, or Bluetooth capabilities.
I’m doing a concealed coffee table soon !
Awesome work!
Beautiful looking flag.
That is very creative, awesome!
Thank you so much !!😊
super nice
By far the best flag gun case video I’ve seen. Very awesome build!
I love it, well done.
Thank you!
Can you tell me more about the type of hinge used? I’d appreciate it…..
What if the batteries in the RFID reader die, is there another way to open the cabinet?
Yep! There is a cord sticking out of the top.
@@keystonewoodworx4544 Nice...my OCD would make me recess that into the wall and have the fail safe/cord from the room behind the wall. lol
Does the cord you speak of come with the rfid reader? How did you get it to stick out of the top? Drill an additional hole?
Lakeside Woodshed did you end up finding an answer to my question? Does that cord come with the rfid chip reader, and how is it sticking out of the top? Did you drill an additional hole?
Amazing work dude. You sir are an artist.
Thank you so much! I truly appreciate it !
what software are you using and what are the settings you are using?
Fantastic Build. Well done
When connecting your stripes together you mention gluing them together. That part is completed pretty quickly in your video. Do you glue and just clamp them or do you also Kreg screw them together? Awesome teaching video. Thank you
Thanks a bunch Andy! I’d use a kreg and glue if you have one. However, if you don’t you can clamp for 30 and that way you can adjust the face completely flush while it dries. I’d recommend option two if you’re doing one at a time.
1 question:
What kind of hinges are those?
Awesome job
Thanks a bunch!
Do you have x carve, I started to buy one.
I ended up with the carbide shapeoko
I have the xcarve ..both are great machines.
Are you using the single 1x12x10 for the project or is it one for the frame and one for the Flag?
Yessir
Ok so one board for flag and one for the cabinet? Very confused on that part. Otherwise, kick ass video man!
Man this is really nice! Easy to follow instructions!
Thanks a bunch!!
How did you attach the stripes to each other. I assume you used glue and clamped them but I don’t see that being very sturdy.
I'm thinking the same thing??
Wood glue if clamped and applied properly is actually incredibly strong. It would be fine if used in this way since there is no force applied to the individual pieces.
Do you have any videos on how to hang one ? This video didn't mention the process in detail, although "hanging" wasn't in the title to be fair.
Fantastic
Thank you!!
Very nice build..looks great...no one ever taught you not to cross your arm in front of the sawblade though
Self taught and learning everyday.
@@keystonewoodworx4544 i gotcha..but it is dangerous on a miter saw to cross your arm infront of the blade..keep up the good work though
Thanks! I’ll keep an eye on that
Just swap your stop to the left side and then you won't have the arm crossing issue.
This is such a cool project, thanks for sharing and the great idea for my new m&p shield!
Very nice!
How did you cut the foam to fit the gun and hold it tightly?
Use a razor and peel in layers
Nice Creative idea
Flag looks great. Been looking for something like this for a while now. Thanks man!
Pretty cool 🤘😎🍻
Thanks!
Can you please tell me what hinges you used
lakesidewoodshed.com/product/concealed-cabinet-bundle/ I have them right here
Thank you for doing this video. I made one of these this past weekend for a buddy’s birthday and he absolutely loved it. I had to watch the video at least 15 times when it came time to adding the hinges because I noticed the top of the box was thicker than the rest. I added a half inch piece and it worked out great. I was very impressed with this build. Thanks again for all the detail.
Do you have a current link for the hardware that you used? The link in the description foes not work.
What kind of foam is best?
What happens when the batteries die? Is there another way to open it?
Nice! What are the dimensions on the back panel? I didn't catch it in the video.
What router bit did you use to router the stars? It’s really crisp and clean! My wife and I currently have a CNC machine and make flags but the bit we use doesn’t do that good of job
Try a 90 v bit !
nice work!
Thank you so much!
hey what Hinges did you use? you mentioned all the pieces but the hinges
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Nice work sir!
Thank you!
Where did you get your cnc router and how much was it? I've been looking for one but can only find ones that cost way to much.
wish I had the tools to make one...totally cool
How much over hang do you have at the bottom? Where the flag over hangs the cabinet?
About .75”
Dope video bro!
Thanks man !!
How do you open the case if the batteries die?
The cord coming through the top
@@keystonewoodworx4544 Duhhh, I wasn't even thinking about that. Great design!
Is it too wide to sink the case part into the wall to make it even more concealed? I’m assuming it’s wider that the 16” of studs.
Where you get the shocks and the card opener???
Nice build! I'll put that on my project list and get to it about never! I have about a million unfinished projects. Can't seem to get a single one to completion though. Lol
Haha I hear ya there! Not enough time in the day
Yeah, I know! Wait until you retire......then see how much time you really don't have!!
@@PopsCustomSignsLLC Funny you mention that. 2 years, 8 months, 1 day, 9 hours and 21 minutes until retirement eligibility, but I'm not counting hahaha!
@@joshuacarter3478 I did the same countdown to my retirement. I retired on my 40th anniversary day from my company. Congrats.....and it will be here before you know it!!
@@PopsCustomSignsLLC When I'm eligible I'll have 25 years in. Depending on climate at that time I'll make decision whether to go or not. It will just be nice to have the option.
Just wondering.. what is your cost of material to do this... CNC and of course the utilities and saws not included
Good job man, great flag and case. Very well done!
Thanks a bunch Jamie!!
What size shock do you have to get for this project
How did you install the struts? Because there is no real directions i got like what distance should I install them at?
Since the union is included with the hardware kir, do we still need a 1x12? Or would a 1x8 do it?
You could use a 1x8x8 !
Whats the link u bought the foam & key card
Nice work!! What kind of wood do you use??
Thanks! For these I’m using white pine
Question, im making a truck safe will the RFID work with 3/4’ wood?
How many of what size boards did you use?
Is there any danger the foam could cause rust on the guns?