Inspired by Louis Vuitton...how hard can it be?

A luxury trunk build - this project is Part 1 (the exterior) of a 2 Part video (the interior) and is inspired by the gorgeous Louis Vuitton Trunk - Courrier 110 Malle.
Materials used - 10mm poplar plywood glued and nailed cask, pink oak slats, oak base frame with aluminium plate, solid brass nails (riveted or clinched), solid brass closures, lock, corners and corner angles, coated checkerboard canvas exterior, luxury goatskin leather border and edges, thick bridle leather hand stitched handle (with edge paint) and concealed steel opening hinges.

[@T_B]

Absolutely over-the-top attention to detail here! I can't wait to see Part 2!

[@boreoff]

Ha ha thanks v much, cheers

[@Godsfavouriteidiot_]

Not sure how many times I’ve come back to rewatch this. I restore antique Louis Vuitton, Goyard trunks so I’ve done all of this individually. I’ve learnt so much from this one video. It’s filled in a lot of blanks I had of the techniques. Is this work? Hobby? Cheers. Darren.

[@boreoff]

Hi Darren, thanks for your encouragement - it's just a hobby for me but I have been woodworking and leatherworking for a long time now....how interesting that you restore trunks - is that enjoyable work? Yes trunk making is harder than it looks - the workshops in France start with pre-drilled leather and plywood and will have access to the right tools and materials which was certainly not the case here but I managed to end up with something fairly close I think and I am really happy with it...warm regards

[@giabaoduong173]

To The Boring Man, you are exactly an artist, not a boring guy haha! Recently I want to understand more about how to make a trunk and I found your video. Its helpful and visual representation. Excited to see Part 2. Hopefully you share more your drafts and release many many videos like this. Thank you so much for your engagements. From Vietnam 21-year old men 🎉

[@boreoff]

Hi there- thanks very much, glad it has been helpful for you, warm regards

[@giabaoduong173]

Might I ask when you will upload Part 2 video? Cant wait haha@@boreoff

[@maralixchamlian1447]

How could anyone use this piece of art as a luggage, amazing workmanship and video editing.

[@boreoff]

thanks, very kind. I guess in the old days some folks had the luxury of staff to haul around their possessions on steam ships etc...how times have changed...😊

[@jarbasssmendes]

This guy is an artist.

[@boreoff]

Thanks for your kind comment, cheers

[@joesobaski1966]

I can’t imagine not only the patience to make this, but to film the process.

[@vincentciofolo2707]

Thank you so much for sharing your work. A pleasure to see the process and the dedication to the detail. Well deserved nickname “the boring man” in the most ironic way. Bravo l’artiste.

[@boreoff]

Thanks very much for your kind words - glad you enjoyed it, cheers

[@ChumaRandlett]

I was tempted because my friend is black and she is often asked if her bag is fake. People just immediately assume they are. Even though I'm white, I still get people asking me if my bag is real. So I thought why should I spend so much money on these bags? So in the end I chose to buy it at *condup* . Even if it is not the original, some replicas can have special emotional value because they are connected to specific memories

[@lapsedluddite3381]

Thank you so much for sharing this fascinating video, that trunk is gorgeous, and every bit as desirable as LV's ... actually, as a one off, custom piece, it is far more valuable in my opinion. Your craftsmanship is stunning, and your collection of hand tools is the stuff of dreams!

[@boreoff]

thanks very much, glad you enjoyed it. I enjoy restoring old tools and my family always know what to to buy me for birthdays.. hahah... built up over many years....great hobby as it clears my head, cheers

[@peckinpahlady]

Exceptional craftmanship and fantastic attention to detail.

[@boreoff]

Thank you very much!

[@custom-furniture]

wow this is an amazing video - always wondered how these very expensive trunks were made and this is really insightful - thanks so much for posting your work which is so patient and detailed I just have to say. Love the combination of woodworking, leather working and metal work, very inspiring. Can't wait for the next one 👌

[@boreoff]

Thanks for your comment - appreciate it, warm regards

[@jeanhawken4482]

Looking forward to the finishing of this beautiful trunk.

[@boreoff]

there is a part 2 on the channel, all the best 👌

[@Tmrfe0962]

Sir, you are a true Craftsman. And the filming of this is no small feat either. My admiration and respect. Thank you for an enjoyable video.

[@boreoff]

Thank you very much! Yes the filming and editing takes time but actually quite enjoyed that too...

[@wayne5022]

Absolutely stunning! Thank you for sharing your art.

[@boreoff]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@camilledabert]

more like LV's in this case

[@rossl2344]

Love your work! 🎉 Thank you for your attention to detail while making this fine piece of luggage 🧳 Inspiring while being super satisfying Merci

[@cobberpete1]

Wow. And 'IF' you were to sell it, I would expect a 'LV' price tag. The craftsmanship is exceptional.

[@pwman]

Absolutely stunning craftsmanship

[@1gafsaederies83]

I haven't seen this mastery and great attention to detail in a very long time . Great to watch.

[@boreoff]

Glad you enjoyed it! Very kind of you, warm regards

[@theofarmmanager267]

I’m so sorry that I didn’t get this video come up for me sooner. It combines my 2 passions - woodworking (been doing that for over 45 years) and fine leather work (10 years?). I have made quite a few pieces in homage to brands such as Hermes for family and friends and found the real difficulty in finding the right leather, hardware etc. Luckily, I found a guy in HK and the quality of his stuff is first class. I’ve got a feeling that a trunk might have to be made!

[@boreoff]

that's so interesting - and glad you enjoyed it - I enjoy both too and have also made quite a few items for family over the years with recycled bag leather etc. The hardware link in the comments - this one - www.malle2luxe.fr is a very good supplier of solid brass trunk hardware - he speaks English - the designs are his own but they are elegant and very high quality. Bon courage. Warm regards...

[@crankysusanne7409]

I so appreciate this attention to detail and high level of craftsmanship. Your work is a panacea for the current fast/cheap/throwaway culture in which we live. Love the lack of banal chitchat. Thank you 🙏

[@boreoff]

Thanks 🙏 much appreciated and yes things have been lost along the way that’s for sure, warm regards

[@pmsteamrailroading]

Funny. What you are calling banal chitchat, is to me much of what would make this a more instructive video. Things like what is this tool called. Why this tool ( why a drill press for some holes, vs the hand powered drill, or the cordless power tools used) And generally a why of this project that is producing something too heavy for a carry around bag, and too small to be luggage. None of that is mentioned.

[@boreoff]

@@pmsteamrailroading there is another narrated video on my channel where I cover some of the methods...the hand powered drill gives me more control...cheers

[@sallymatthews-y7z]

This is a work of art. Just looked this up and it looks as beautiful, well done! thanks for sharing your craft. Amazing.

[@boreoff]

Thank you very much! Very kind.

[@cwam1701e]

I have neither the need nor the desire for such a trunk, but watching you make one is deeply satisfying! Edit : The handle - just amazing work!

[@boreoff]

thanks very much, yes the handle is probably the hardest element as the leather is so thick and with the saddle stitch it's challenging...I am more of a woodworker tbh!!

[@teenagestacker6063]

And best part is, it's made 1000x better! Absolutely beautiful piece of art!

[@boreoff]

Very kind thanks for watching 🙏

[@michaelkohl9728]

Top quality craftmanship.

[@loopydaloo7425]

OMG who needs LV when we've got you!!!! That is a stunning trunk! Thank you for taking the time to make this video.

[@boreoff]

LOL appreciate it. thanks for watching, best

[@GaelYonnet]

This is absolutely incredible! Well done!

[@boreoff]

thanks a lot, cheers

[@jardjo1077]

This is incredible! I don’t know how I came here but this makes me want to try to make one myself 😂

[@boreoff]

thanks very much 😊

[@borge2014]

Precision, artistry, all the craft trades done by hand. Fantastic piece! And the video production is flawless.

[@boreoff]

Thank you 🙏 very kind cheers

[@thenotoriousWhitekong]

That was a pleasure to watch. You are a true craftsman, Sir. Outstanding video! Well shot and edited. My OCD has never felt better. Thank you! 🤌👍👍👍

[@boreoff]

glad I could alleviate your OCD hahah 😂 - many thanks for the kind comment, all the best

[@MrDfurlong]

You have excellent technique and craftsmanship. Do you plan to sell plans for your projects?

[@boreoff]

thanks very much very kind - no I don't make plans to sell - sorry, cheers

[@TroyBrophy]

That's the smallest trunk I've ever seen. It's more like a toolbox. The fanciest toolbox ever! Beautiful.

[@boreoff]

you called it 😂, hahah, many thanks, cheers

[@tonygould580]

Absolutely SUPERB! Put two gentlemens handkerchiefs in i, and that's your 23kg luggage allowance. Credit where credit is due Sir, beautiful job.

[@boreoff]

😂yes that would be right as it is heavy! Thanks 🙏 for watching cheers

[@malleencoin]

Great job , some natural technical freedom but it’s nice

[@boreoff]

thanks very much, yes some modifications were required due to it being a half size layout or not able to source the correct part to a dimension that worked with the smaller proportions...keeping the original size would have actually been easier in the end - what a wonderful channel you have there...just bookmarked some of those to watch later, 😊 bien à vous

[@workgang3643]

so amazing

[@boreoff]

thanks so much

[@annaderensis2929]

A masterpiece! You are a true master craftsman!👏👏👏🥇🥇🥇

[@boreoff]

Thanks so much, cheers

[@titouanleguern6084]

Really nice result. Thank you for the video !

[@boreoff]

Thank you 🙏

[@that.nobody]

Thats beautiful

[@boreoff]

Thanks very much

[@yemaniwilson4034]

That’s quite nice 👍🏾 lovely work sir

[@richardkew1611]

What a beautiful thing.

[@jeffdevlin8022]

Am I missing something here?why have you left the nails sticking through like that?,I would bleed to death every time I put something in there.

[@mxd5273]

There is part 2 about the interior. kzbin.info/www/bejne/hKXCdJZ4hLtgo7csi=-qQdhFy6AieAEq1P

[@Bman1878]

Lol, well unless you are able to rise from the dead, you'd only do it once... 😅

[@moehoward01]

​@@Bman1878Once is usually enough.

[@boreoff]

there is a narrated version of the video on my channel where I explain some of the methods - they are either clinched or riveted although I nearly bled to death doing that... cheers

[@buergehank]

Yeah,you’re missing some brain cells 😂😂😂

[@Andrewstolarski]

That is craftsman ship at its very best 😊😊😊😊

[@boreoff]

wow thanks very kind, cheers

[@adamd3955]

Wow. Just wow. Subscribed!

[@boreoff]

Glad you enjoyed it cheers

[@TheMILOKLIZ]

This is way better than LV. Great job man! Beautiful!!

[@boreoff]

hahah thanks, cheers

[@HalfBoyHalfGod]

Can't wait to see the interior, amazing work!

[@boreoff]

thanks very much, cheers

[@-ZIO]

You make really nice stuff.

[@boreoff]

thanks, very kind, cheers

[@boreoff]

thanks very much, cheers

[@davecgriffith]

Gorgeous! Also 10:03 - wow, I can't believe I just realized you can use a hacksaw like that... 😅

[@boreoff]

Hi there, thanks so much, appreciate it...yes some hacksaws can be turned on their side, not all though...

[@alekslast4210]

good job very beautiful

[@boreoff]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@terencecharlesworth1499]

Hiya there just came across your channel watched the trunk build what fantastic gift and those tools Liked and subscribed looking forward to watching more

[@boreoff]

Awesome, thank you! 🙏 cheers

[@PERSISTENTxMF]

Isn’t cutting leather soooo satisfying? 🥰

[@carlpetitt2241]

Really incredible work, well done. One question -- why leave all those nails sticking out / exposed on the inside of the trunk? Is it because this will never actually get used to store or transport anything and will always remain closed? If so then I completely understand, if not, then I do not. Please clarify! Thanks, all the best.

[@boreoff]

Thanks 🙏- there is a part 2 and also narrated version where I discuss this - they are either clinched or riveted depending on access. It is then covered with an aluminum plate / industrial style 😎cheers

[@ignore-fv7rc]

nice work!

[@M160.]

True art piece! I love it, great work!

[@boreoff]

Thank you very much 🙏

[@dslivon7603]

Really nice and clean job! What about interieor?

[@boreoff]

Thanks 🙏 part 2 on my channel shows that…cheers

[@brianwball40]

Beautiful trunk! May I ask where you sourced that hardware? I want to attempt something like this and this video is a great inspiration. Can't wait to see what you do with the interior.

[@boreoff]

thanks for watching, no problem, find decent hardware was not easy as the branded trunk makers have in a large part acquired the whole supply chain including even specialist tool makers making it very hard for DIYers like me....I have had a few questions like this so I will gather some links and post them on the video description later today when finished work...cheers

[@boreoff]

www.la-malle-en-coin.com/fr/ try this company for the hardware ...cheers

[@thewoodworker1703]

One word needed , magnificent 😮. Subbed 👍🏻

[@boreoff]

Awesome, thank you!🙏

[@denisalg1171]

Chapeau! Came across your video while researching how best to fix an old trunk I have and had to leave a congratulatory comment. Thanks for sharing this with the world. Beautiful work! What glue do you use for attaching the canvas to the plywood? Regards, Daniel

[@boreoff]

Many thanks 🙏 appreciate your comment- I use what the French artisans use…Saregum - water based and easy to work with - love it cheers

[@denisalg1171]

@@boreoff Thank you for taking the time to reply. Really appreciate it because I wasn't sure what to go with. I was looking at some kind of adhesive spray but your recommendation is much, much better. Kindest regards.

[@keithrosenberg5486]

On an old steamer trunk the center latch is a locking one.

[@boreoff]

it is locking too, cheers

[@peybackendeavors]

Breathtaking work sir!

[@boreoff]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@dieterreteid6365]

Typical LV for you. Really nice Design and craftsmanship on the outside, but nothing but blank and full of sharp nails on the inside

[@michaelbuchholz2164]

Nice. What happened with the long nails unter the top? 😊 Does anybody uses trunks today?

[@grantjukes8184]

Wow, what a craftsman.

[@boreoff]

thanks for watching, cheers

[@JG-OK]

Wow. Beatifil. I would love you to make me a box for my watch collection!

[@Ian_grancorbitz69]

This is pretty satisfying

[@boreoff]

Yes 👍 it was good fun, cheers

[@neitzche1245]

It’s beautiful…. Need an inner lining though

[@shakejones]

Great video+presentation! Thank you for sharing! Well done mate - NEW SUB 🙏🏻

[@boreoff]

Thanks very much and welcome, cheers

[@adelinam123]

The process is so relaxing to watch and the result is just wow. It makes me wanna try to do it myself. Can you share where did you buy the canvas from and the locks?

[@boreoff]

Thanks so much 🙏- in the comments there are various links where I was asked previously- hope that helps and bon courage 👍

[@villoni]

Excellent , inspiring job. Where can I get the dome nails?

[@boreoff]

Thanks 🙏 there are links to a supplier in the comments earlier/ cheers

[@DeanTX]

Do the nails get trimmed off inside and like a liner gets put in? Those are some long spikes inside....

[@boreoff]

either riveted or clinched depending on access as limited space, then lined with tape, then the plate, cheers

[@paulo2008dias]

Absolutely beautiful piece of art, exceptional craftmanship, but I really think that the bottom plate should have been covered with either veneer or very thin wood , I just think that metal bottom doesn't belong there even though isn't visible

[@boreoff]

Thanks 🙏 appreciate the comment- I was replicating the exterior of the original LV trunks from over 100 years ago and they all used metal to add strength and waterproofing - so I stuck with that. The interior, where I departed from the usual, has more metal but that’s me playing around with the design for fun making it fancy tool box storage!! For my son who inherits all my tools…not yet though 😎

[@LeathercraftMasterclass]

Next level craftsmanship there! You nailed it (excuse the pun)

[@boreoff]

Thanks very much - appreciate it, cheers

[@clipdump]

I love those single head knives, but they are hard to find

[@devangpatel8223]

This is beautiful.....I've been trying to restore a few antique trunks but i'm missing some valuable parts. Where do you source your materials? @boreoff?

[@boreoff]

thanks v much - www.malle2luxe.fr - he speaks English and restores trunks and sources very good quality hardware in different sizes so ideal...cheers

[@tycoonspaceman]

beautiful :)

[@pear1335]

Hi, this is realy beautiful and impressive work. I have glue that I use to past leather together, which glue do you use to paste leather with wood ?

[@boreoff]

Thanks 🙏 - you can use either a regular PVA or saregum - a water based specialist glue made in France and used by the luxury brands as odorless and easy to use with great holding power / hope that helps cheers

[@Kaschmirhaase]

Very beautiful work! Can you tell me where I can get the fittings?

[@boreoff]

thanks very much, there are some links already in the comments but ....also try www.malle2luxe.fr - he speaks English and the site is also in English...warm regards

[@chrisjones-ys5zg]

Exemplary. I love it.

[@boreoff]

thanks very much, glad you like it, cheers

[@joesobaski1966]

I’d love to have a plan and materials list, then I could never make my own.

[@boreoff]

😂 thanks for watching cheers

[@AdrianTheFirst]

Great video. It inspired me to do the same myself. By curiosity, which type of canva did you use?

[@boreoff]

Thanks glad to hear it as it’s a great project and you end up with something a bit different. There is also a talking video on my channel which may help. The canvas is 1mm checkered from an Etsy supplier in Turkey but I looked and it’s not listed anymore but there are others on there that look good 👍 bon courage

[@JasperFranklin-Follansbe-ru2xx]

Nice work! I'm planning on making a traveling trunk and wondering where you got the brass latch and corner hardware. thanks!

[@boreoff]

Thank you - 🙏 if you read my replies to comments there are various links there for that…good luck / cheers

[@NNasab-pm4le]

How are you going to finish the inside.

[@boreoff]

see part 2 of the video on my channel, cheers

[@darizamora]

I have a Biiig question: How do you create diferent camera angles? Do you use a lot of cameras? 😮😮😮

[@boreoff]

I just use a tripod and my smartphone and move it for different angles- bit annoying but does the job- cheers

[@AIActionFun]

Awesome work! Beautiful! How are the brass nails finished off? Once the lid was opened it revealed the exposed nail points from the handle and the embellishments around the perimeter of the lid.

[@boreoff]

Thank you so much 😀 The nais are either riveted or clinched on the inside - both are super strong. Thanks for watching, cheers

[@kishorekittu9551]

Craftsman ship at it's finest

[@boreoff]

Thanks 🙏

[@marteacalloway9001]

Hello Sir, love your work. I made a live edged desk for my wife’s office and I’ve always wondered about making a trunk for her. I have a trunk that’s 110 years old that I restored. I wanted to ask, can you buy that Louis Vuitton genuine leather?

[@boreoff]

Hi there, thanks very much, are you referring to the trunk borders? LV doesn't use leather, they use a canvas or for the borders they use something called Lozine which is a vulcanized fibre. Both can be sourced - have a look on Etsy for some good quality 1mm checkerboard canvas. I used French leather for the borders which I think is nicer than Lozine. Hope that helps...cheers and bon courage with you project...

[@airaime313]

Magnifique ! N'est-ce pas là l'art de la Layeterie? Hérité des anciens maîtres sous Louis XIV?

[@boreoff]

Merci. Peut-être - je ne connais pas très bien le travail de Roubo, donc je ne peux pas le dire. Merci pour votre commentaire, cordialement

[@sajith1284]

That is just incredible. What skill ! 🫡

[@boreoff]

thanks very much, cheers

[@AIActionFun]

@boreoff would you mind sharing where you sourced the coated canvas from? I would like to purchase some and learn more about using it. Thank you! Looking forward to part 2 on the interior.

[@boreoff]

Hi, I bought it off Etsy - there are a few sellers but I bought the most expensive at 1mm…cheers

[@boreoff]

Just looked. Can’t seem to find my one on there but there are others that look okay…regards

[@mrtheman3437]

Great vid! I've been wanting to make something similar for a while. Where did you source your hardware?

[@boreoff]

thanks, see other comments where I have already posted a link...cheers

[@1BlackDynamite]

How many hours did this approximately take?

[@boreoff]

Hi there, thanks for watching, it took a fair bit of time but it's a hobby so I am not counting, maybe 30 hours on the build itself but additional time researching, sourcing materials etc ....also filming it added some difficulty and slowed me down!! cheers

[@leonhammond602]

What about all the nail points protruding into the case?? Beautiful on outside but dangerous internally

[@boreoff]

there is a narrated video on my channel where I discuss this and other aspects of the build if you are interested but I clinched or riveted those nails...no health and safety issues hahah

[@Davidtime]

Do you mind sharing where you were able to get the coated canvas? I'm trying to find some in plain brown but can't find it. I also have the same question about the brass hardware

[@boreoff]

Hi, if you look at the comments there are links there and replies where others have asked too, thanks for watching cheers

[@Davidtime]

@ thanks, I did come across the French restorer. That’s where I’ll get my hardware. Did you happen to get the fabric from them as well?

[@JoeyRiesett]

Are we going to get an interior build video? Also what weight Leather did you use for this?

[@boreoff]

Hi yes Part 2 to come soon. It is 1mm French goatskin, handle is 9mm thick (4+5 mm bridle) cheers

[@ebrandt64]

What are the glues you use?

[@WolvenMother]

I looked up the trunk inspired by it. It might be blasphemous to say that your trunk looks better than the original.

[@boreoff]

thanks very much, hahah happy about that comment! cheers

[@DidierOsias]

More info on the nails you used please!

[@boreoff]

see other comments where I have already posted a link...cheers

[@TheLadyallure22]

Can you tell us where you found the checkered canvas I don't have space for a trunk but would love to make a jewelry box

[@boreoff]

Hi there, I bought 1mm canvas off Etsy, really good quality and not cheap but worth it...thanks for watching, cheers

[@kojilowe1273]

Beautiful craftsmanship. I make bags as well and was curious where you purchased those brass nails from. Cheers!

[@boreoff]

Hi there, thanks for your comment, the small pins or bigger nails? Cheers

[@kojilowe1273]

The smaller, thanks!

[@boreoff]

the smaller pins I bought in my local hardware store and in general solid brass pins are widely available in Europe - not sure where you live...

[@Rachelcenter1]

When is part 2 coming

[@boreoff]

It is on my channel cheers

[@Nega_lether_craft_studio]

Произведение искусства!!!

[@boreoff]

Thanks 🙏

[@qizang1320]

so Beautiful🎉

[@boreoff]

Thank you! 😊

[@danielungvarsky6443]

Hello, where did you get those brass closuers, corners and nails ?

[@boreoff]

There is a link already in the comments to a supplier in France but he ships worldwide and speaks English cheers