How to make a MEDIUM CONCEALMENT FLAG! DIY

[@KevinPolitz]

Great job bud! I’m going to have to add it at the top of my to-do list. I may have missed this, but did you mention the total cost of materials? I know it will vary across the country, but it would be nice to know a ball park number before I go buy everything. Thanks!

[@MaxF01]

Thanks a lot Kevin! I did not mention it and its a good question! Here is a quick breakdown of the pricing. 1/2 in plywood: $9.63 3/4 in plywood: $11.49 1x5x8 ft common board: $7.86 1x2x8ft common board: $3 Cabinet Sliders: $20.98 Corner Braces: $3 1/2 in and 3/4 in screws: $3 Foam Insert: $22 Total= Roughly $80.96 Then some other things that you may already have are: White and Black Spray Paint Sealer Union Stencil Frog Tape Red white and blue stain Repositioning adhesive spray Hopefully this helps!

[@KevinPolitz]

@@MaxF01 thank you, sir!

[@MaxF01]

@@KevinPolitz no problem!

[@diplayball]

@@KevinPolitz great question.

[@diplayball]

@@MaxF01 thank you for sharing this information with us

[@justaquestion3757]

Son, be proud of yourself. You not only spent time and money to display our flag but were willing to share your work and process with us. Just remember, some negative comments maybe attempts to help when others are simply miserable, snotty nose little boys that only get off the couch to go to the restroom then return to the couch for more cookies, popcorn and candy. My apologies for the brain dead comments and please continue your work and teaching us. John

[@MaxF01]

@justaquestion3757 thank you very much John!

[@bobbystacy5890]

I’ve had pretty good luck with doing this with the foam: Cut it to where the gun is a snug fit and then cut out to finger holes where you can just reach in and grab it. It makes the issue you had non-existent. LOVE this build tho. I’ve never made a slide out flag like this. Mine have always been up and down. Def gonna give this style a try!! Great job!!! OHHH...and as for the stars, when you put your stencil down, spray a coat of sealer over the stencil before applying the white paint. It will seal all the edges and eliminate any bleeding of the white!! 👍🏼👊🏼

[@joshramsey6893]

Nice improvisation with the washers to make the slide motion smooth. Brilliant colors. Old glory looks beautiful.

[@MaxF01]

Thanks man!! 🙏🏼🇺🇸

[@lanadillard6080]

Thank you so much for this informative video.. I'm a 59 year old woman who is making this for my husband for Christmas..he and I just bought two new second amendments and have no secure places for them..this is the perfect size for both of them..and it was VERY easy to follow your directions unlike others who have done hundreds of these and forget that every person out there is a woods craftsman..some of us are women..just starting out..so long story short..too late.. LoL thank you!!! Keep putting out these instructional videos for people like me...and MERRY CHRISTMAS 🎄!!!

[@MaxF01]

Thank you so much Lana i really appreciate the positive feeback!! 🙏🏼 i hope you guys had a very merry Christmas! 🎄

[@vincemoser4636]

Scarlet and True Blue were Lowes exclusive colors that are now discontinued, you may still be able to get them but in the new Minwax base. NEW COLORS are Crimson and Denim Blue.

[@MaxF01]

Thank you for sharing!

[@nsayegh3205]

Thank God you posted that I went into Lowes and they said they don't have those colors anymore...so crimson and denim blue it is although I saw they have indigo blue, and that looks pretty comparable to the "True Blue" ...anyone use it versus the denim blue?

[@Joe-ge5jw]

Thank you

[@bryangaleazzo8618]

Krylon Chalky paint (not the spray) can be tinted to any color swatch from Lowe’s and can be applied so the wood grain/burn show through.

[@zacharybranson9704]

How about I buy one from you??

[@carmendeli3339]

Nice job. Very descriptive on each step. I will make one. Thanks again.

[@1927Scavengers]

Beautiful. Love the flag on the plywood. I picked up 2 x8 x8 rough cedar boards at Home Depot for $5.83. On clearance. I can get 3 flags from each board. But we just built a house and builder left behind 50 sheets of 1/2 plywood. So plenty to practice

[@MaxF01]

Thank you very much! Thats an awesome deal those would make some great flags! Thats perfect you shouldnt run out any time soon!

[@jiwbink]

LEFT 50 SHEETS OF 1/2" PLYWOOD! ?? 👀 THE PRICES THESE DAYS,YOU WOULDN'T THINK THAT THAT STUFF GROWS ON TREES!! GOOD FOR YA!!

[@MaxF01]

@@jiwbink haha its like striking gold these days!

[@pmedic523]

Super slick dude. Really appreciate you throwing up pictures of the items in the store. Might have to build one of these one day for sure. Did a superb job of showing how you overcame unforeseen obstacles such as the slight bowing to the plywood. Love it.

[@MaxF01]

Thanks a lot man I really appreciate it!! 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@eugenepowell9564]

Nice build, I suggest you use Velcro strips on the back of your foam and gun magnets for extra stability. The simple lock you did was cool

[@timconnell1984]

So I used the .94 tape and measured out 1 1/8 inches and it worked perfectly I think. Just some information. May not work for everyone. Thank you for the best woodworking projects. Best on KZbin in my opinion.

[@AgeFuture]

This wasn’t my type of project but I stayed to watch because I appreciate your craftsmanship and your replies to critical comments is phenomenal! You take every suggestion as potential to learn and expand your woodworking “vocabulary.” That alone deserves a subscription! Thanks for this project and I’ll definitely be sticking around. Like I said in the begging this wasn’t really my type of project but it had a lot of good tidbits and I might just have to make a medium carry case with this as inspiration!

[@MaxF01]

Thanks a lot man i really appreciate it! I try to keep an open mind because i still have a lot to learn and nobody can ever stop learning and having a closed mind will get me nowhere. Thank you again for the positive feedback and thank you for the sub 🙏🏼 I hope you and your family have a merry Christmas

[@AgeFuture]

@@MaxF01 We’re heading out for Christmas tomorrow at the parents house! Hope you and yours have a happy, safe and wonderful Christmas to you as well!

[@robertyouker3168]

Love how crisp the lines came out

[@MaxF01]

Thank you!

[@clayboren6178]

Loved the project, my only suggestion would be to cut finger holes in the foam to remove the items easier.

[@MaxF01]

Thank you!! That would definitely help thank you for the tip!

[@dmg4415]

And orient the gun muzzle up, the mags bullet pointing towards You when You open, just ergonomics, easier to just go with Your palm directly at the grip of the gun, like a "hands up" position. And the mags grip with with thumb and 3 finger opposite, the built in pointer along the front of the mag.

[@t_rock9517]

Awesome video, love how it turned out and the detailed build process is greatly appreciated! If you're worried about the loose foam cutout, you could potentially glue or inset some rare earth magnets in the back panel behind the foam, they'd hold everything nice and snug. Again great build thank you!

[@MaxF01]

Thank you so much I appreciate it!! Also thank you for the advice i think that would be a great idea!! 🙏🏼

[@Badbri2A]

Great video and great build..you must do this kind of stuff for a living..

[@MaxF01]

Thank you very much I appreciate it!!

[@fyrdiver]

I love the build and the idea of the lock. Did you consider any other options for the lock? Would there be a way for thr magnet to hold the pin but id you move the magnet it "drops" the pin instead of removing it? If you really need it I am not sure I would want to be reaching for a magnet and then pulling the pin up and out

[@rb-today]

For the lock, you could predrill your hole not quite through and use a slightly shorter rod. There wouldn't be a hole to show no matter where you set/hung the box. To unlock have a knickknack on top that has a magnet in its bottom. To unlock, just slide the knickknack over the spot where the rod is. The rod raises up out of the door into the frame. You could incorporate multiple locking rods, if you choose. I use this principle with little jewelry boxes for my nieces.

[@Serenityindailylife]

You can use almost any joint on the ends. I have seen Kreg, mitered 45 and dovetail sides. If you stain the entire board white first the red will stand out more.

[@patrickskoll8977]

Awesome build! Lots of detail; well done. One observation (suggestion?) If the foam is too loose to securely hold the gun or mags, you could drill a few rare earth magnets into the plywood backing to hold it a little better. Super cool build!

[@MaxF01]

Thank you very much and thank you for the idea!! Haha wish i would have thought of it during the build! Thank you for the advice!

[@eddiekytia]

GOOD ON YOU!!! just came across your channel and 100% subscribing!!! Love to see that your mind works like mine as far as solving problems with simple things around you. The washers,the steel rod lock.....ect. you can glue your foam if you put a couple drill wholes through the foam where the screws are located. You should consider building a few and signing them,I'm sure you'd make a fair paycheck, and you should build one as you do but use all premium materials from exotic hard woods that dont bend or warp,and a QUALITY magnetic lock! None the less I've been catching up on your videos and I'm TRULY GLAD I FOUND YOUR CHANNEL! THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR GREAT CONTENT

[@MaxF01]

Thanks a lot man i really appreciate it!!! Good idea for the foam! Haha i know i have thought about doing that and it would be an awesome project to use all top notch material!! Thanks again man!!🙏🏼😎

[@InAltum.]

That's awesome. Better than the majority of the offerings from companies who mass produce them. You could definitely find an audience to sell these to if you wanted to. Great work.

[@tuxmeister]

Great job and solid work. Gave me a great idea to adapt this for a service themed cabinet. Yes for concealed storage as well. Also the magnet suggestions to help hold the pieces is spot on. Love that lock dude. Great work

[@MaxF01]

Thanks a lot man i really appreciate it 🙏🏼 im happy it gave you some ideas to make something more personal to you! Thanks again

[@dre7637]

Love your channel! You do great work and you are very gifted at teaching others how they can build the project.

[@MaxF01]

Thank you so much Dr. E! I really appreciate it! (:

[@buckshot1812yo]

Good job. Just some advice, you’re young but if you keep working on the ground you will get old fast. Build a table to work on. Lesson from an old guy👍. Don’t listen to the haters. Do what makes you happy Brutha, it’s the only thing we have left.

[@MaxF01]

Thank you sir I’ll definitely be building a workbench soon. Also thank you for the advice, i do my best to ignore the haters and focus on all the positive feedback i get! And that’s definitely the most important thing is to stay happy and positive, thanks again brother and God bless🙏🏼🇺🇸

[@FragEightyfive]

I destroyed me knees by my 30s working on the ground a lot. Also don't push yourself or lift heavy things. I have the joints of someone twice my age because of how I went through my teens/20s trying not to be a pussy (those people were assholes that call you apussy for asking for help)

[@patbloodysabbath8488]

The best tip of the day .

[@r.m.2301]

nice job. great instruction for the DIY thank you

[@MaxF01]

Thank you very much!

[@goldblueberries326]

Great paint job for the flag. And the whole project is 1st class.👍

[@MaxF01]

Thank you very much!! 🙏🏼

[@beetlejuice3x309]

This is much simpler for a novice like me than the ones I've seen with gas Pistons. Thanks for the great idea

[@HappyPappynKatyTX]

There should be a place in KZbin to put a second thumbs up! One for the how to video. The second for the quality of your work. Great follow through.

[@MaxF01]

Thank you very much Harry i really appreciate it!! 🙏🏼

[@firemanbif]

Great video bro. I was hooked on your other flag cabinet but this one sold me. Will look good hanging over my bar. Thanks for such a detailed build!

[@MaxF01]

Thanks a lot man I really appreciate it! 🙏🏼 im happy to share!

[@RockyMountainBear]

Great place to store Polymer 80 lowers for when the atf come knocking 😬 This is great! You did an amazing job on Old Glory. The lines & colors are beautifully straight & crisp. Umumumumumumumum.

[@MaxF01]

Haha i agree! Thanks a lot man i really appreciate it and sorry about the ums i gotta get that under control 😂

[@sealanderadventures]

Great project! Try using a router with rotary file to cut out foam to exact depths. We cut all of our tool box foam tbis way in government. Also, consider cut out finger notches in foam for magazines.

[@MaxF01]

Thank you very much! Thats a really good idea i wish i would have thought of that and also the finger notches. Thank you for the advice I appreciate it!

[@thisSiteSucksHard]

Notches in foam for the glock but great job!

[@karenhadden4980]

Great video! Very precise directions and I love how you told how you would do it a little different next time.

[@MaxF01]

Thank you so much!

[@makua702]

I love the detailed video. Thank you so much for sharing!. I will try to make my own 😬 and hope I will be as successful as you

[@aleckane99]

So awesome! One quick suggestion, since you got a two pack of magnets you could cut a hole in the foam where the slider is and glue the magnet to the wood in that location to avoid the gun tipping out in case the foam doesn't hold it snug enough.

[@jeremiahford8835]

Awesome job man!!! I built a couple myself and I found out after burning that if you sand the wood it looks really sweet and you can get the lighter desired work! Great How to Video!!

[@mattdarbyshire4962]

GREAT JOB BRO. you should be proud of that cabinet

[@MaxF01]

Thanks man i really appreciate it!! 🙏🏼

[@ChristianCMC]

Nice work Max. I'd have to make alot of these for all my guns.

[@jbmann52]

Great project. I’ll use your plans to make one to install in my new house to secure my weapon. Thank you.

[@ddazzla27]

This is a really nice looking build. Im going to have to try to attempt this one day.

[@aktiveambition7274]

Good work brother, keep up with the awesome projects. I love you work, showing you some love from Hawai’i 🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@RonInAVan]

Great job Max!! I really like the way you over explain all the steps, because it reminds me and it sinks in so I don’t forget a step. A lot of the DIY videos talk way to fast and I myself have to keep going back and replaying. Anyway great video and cool flag/box/gun holder, keep the video DYI projects coming.👍🏻

[@MaxF01]

Thank you so much i really appreciate the kind words 🙏🏼

[@bretfox4532]

As always Max, looks great man. I'm in the middle of working on 3 different projects right now, another gear rack, dart board cabinet, and a concealment flag. I'll post them on Instagram when they're done.

[@MaxF01]

Thanks a lot Bret i appreciate it!!! Awesome man i would love to see them!

[@jamesmendenhall8503]

Great work! An idea i thought of about the foam cut out...maybe cut out for a magnet on the backside of the foam...it may support for loose fit?? Just a thought...

[@scuberacquetball]

Awesome build made easy! Love the lock idea! Suggestion for the anchor screws and the foam inside is that you could drill matching holes in the foam if you need to glue that foam down, the screw heads would be accessible and you wouldn't need to rip the foam off to get it off the wall.

[@MatthewReedMusic1]

I just know where you got the mini table saw! I am just getting into wood working and think that is awesome

[@MaxF01]

Got it from home depot 👍🏽 its a nice little portable one and works great for my needs!

[@plopityqwerty]

Could use Velcro on the back side of the foam to adhere it but keep it removable when unscrewing it from the wall

[@NJD1997]

Would it be possible to do this bigger? Like the first one you made? I like the drawer slides better than pistons.

[@MaxF01]

I think it could be, it would have to slide up though i think, just because i dont think they make slides that would be long enough but i think they would be long enough to slide up

[@NJD1997]

@@MaxF01 any chance you could make a video of you making one of those? I know that may be a big request so I understand if not.

[@freddiewatkins5435]

On the backside of the crate foam use double sided golfers tape or Velcro! Both work great and just adds a bit more security to the crate foam!

[@MaxF01]

Thats a very good idea! Thank you! 🙏🏼

[@josephperkins2793]

Love the way this project turned out going to need one for myself

[@austinjohnson9845]

Nice job, building one for myself.

[@MaxF01]

Thank you, awesome i hope it goes well! 👍🏼

[@patbloodysabbath8488]

Ace Hardware for the waterbased stain make sure you use the Minwax pre conditioner or the wood will come out blotchy when you stain it

[@MaxF01]

Thank you for the advice!

[@mattlewis9725]

Dont need conditioner when you burn the wood grain. Conditioner raises the grain and after you sand it's the same as burnt wood. Sou shugi ban japanese wood burning technique seals the wood grain tight that's what makes it last hundreds of years. But yes condition all wood that is raw

[@scartoazul]

Wow. Looks sick, I want one of those, great work

[@MaxF01]

Thank you very much! 🙏🏼

[@steveriedel6931]

This is awesome! Maybe someone has said it but take out the foam, cut a small slot or two and glue in some magnets to hold the gun and mags better since you say they are a bit loose

[@michaelbondurant7135]

I love this great job. You said that you would cut the foam tighter, but what if you took the adhesive spray put on the foam and then put thin cloth material on top of the foam.

[@Michael_Perkins]

Great job on the staining! You could conceal the magnet key in the bottom of a Knick knack (maybe a wooden eagle) that would be displayed on top of your box or somewhere nearby.

[@SuperBigsal]

It’s a wonderful thing to see what an imaginative mind can create. Love the work and keep doing what you are doing!

[@MaxF01]

Thank you very much!! 🙏🏼

[@robertweller6701]

When I made mine I used Velcro for the styrofoam so you don't have to rip it and so you know it's in there just a suggestion

[@MaxF01]

Thats a really good idea thank you for sharing!

[@SublimeArchi]

HaHa! I looked for this comment before I posted and didn't see it until just after I did so. :)

[@kevinskowronek586]

Awesome job. Thank you for making this I enjoyed all the detail and description.

[@MaxF01]

Thank you very much im happy to share!

[@Jypsie415]

Awesome how-to video! I've been wanting something like this for our firearms and this is PERFECT!! Thank you! Love it! I can't wait to make this now!

[@MaxF01]

Thank you very much!! Im happy to share, i hope the build goes well! Thank you again 🙏🏼

[@seanliles5103]

Amazing work you have done on your video and everything you have build I feel like i want to by your work of art for my dad...he would love it...keep up the awesome job 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@MaxF01]

Thank you so much I really appreciate it!! 🙏🏼🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@seanliles5103]

@@MaxF01 you're welcome keep up the awesome job🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@oscrfsh]

Awesome job. One thing u could do is put those tiny strong magnets behind the foam just to give it that little extra to make sure the gun doesn't fall forward and out while hanging...also for the foam..i would put velcro on the back instead of gluing it in...then u can change it without having to rip it out and scrape out old foam. ...i am stealing this idea tho lol. I make the rustic flags and have yet to find a concealed case I like...till now. Thank you

[@MaxF01]

Thank you! Dang those are both really good ideas thank you for sharing! Haha i would be honored if you steal it im glad you like it and im happy to share

[@Sebastopolmark]

GREAT projecy Max. You could title your videos "How to make a great looking flag without a fancy workshop". The white really gives the flag an aged look. Good job! !! !!!

[@MaxF01]

Thank you very much!! Not a bad idea! 😁👍🏼

[@robertcasto9806]

Love the video. One suggestion if the foam is really dense is a small finger slot on the magazines to be pulled out easier. What kind of pistol do you have and live flag on the grip.

[@MaxF01]

Thank you very much! That is actually a really great idea, especially if i had cut them a bit tighter then with a finger slot they would still be easy to remove. Definitely gonna use that in the future thank you for the advice! Its a glock 19 gen 4 and thank you, haha that was my first time stippling a gun and i was a little unsure of how it would turn out

[@HappyPappynKatyTX]

What a great instructional build video. Appreciate you brutha

[@caseymorgan2112]

would it hurt to make the front and back out of pallet boards vs the plywood? i think im gonna try it.

[@MaxF01]

That sounds pretty doable! Especially with the price of wood these days

[@MaxF01]

Good luck to you i hope it works out!

[@CitizenUSA1234]

Looks awesome. For the frame is it actually a 1x6? I've not found 1x5 anywhere. If it's truly 5" I can just rip it down. Thanks.

[@MaxF01]

Thank you! Yea unfortunately it is a 1x5, so 4.5” actual width, it might not be as common as other boards

[@CitizenUSA1234]

@@MaxF01 thanks. I went ahead and ripped my 1x6 down to 4.5.

[@dannygrift2264]

Great video brother, thanks for sharing.can you please mention where you bought the stencil for the stars? Thanks again!

[@MaxF01]

Thank you brother 🙏🏼 i got it off amazon, there should be a link in the description otherwise if you just search medium star stencil

[@denwin8811]

Awesome idea and love the magnet lock.

[@MaxF01]

Thank you very much!

[@mikebuttchen6353]

Currently building one myself. Mine is going to be different from this one but I had to look at other ideas and so far I really like yours. I think my next build is going to be very similar. Great work

[@m.webber5118]

Cool! Every how-to video they have the best most expensive tools, nice to see you didn’t go that way. I too do all my layout on the floor! Nice finished product!

[@MaxF01]

Thank you very much!! Haha dirty knees never killed anyone 😂

[@terryjoestoll]

Good job. What do you clean your stencil with?

[@SublimeArchi]

Looks good. Two suggestions: 1. You could try those magnetic child proof cabinet locks or for a bit more security, you could do some kind of RF card lock. 2. Maybe velcro the foam in so that it stays and can be removed later. Not sure if that foam would hold the velcro on the back or not, but worth a try.

[@rugerguy8190]

Loved the video and I'm trying to build one. In your video the sides are 1"X 5" in my are we have 1"x 6". So could you tell me what a 1x5 measures? I'm trying to make as to your measurements.

[@rugerguy8190]

To answer my own question. The 1x5 board is 3/4 thick x 4 1/2 wide.

[@MaxF01]

@@rugerguy8190 sorry about that, just now saw your comment

[@bobmalarkey4621]

The whole project is awesome, but that flag is absolutely beautiful! I forgot about the old torching trick.

[@MaxF01]

Thank you very much!! 🙏🏼🇺🇸

[@mcshawnboy]

Now I need to make a stencil for the Maryland flag!

[@psychochops]

Awesome video buddy. I wonder if you could make one to where when you pull the locking pin out it automatically opens w/some speed. If you're ever in a home intruder situation, I know I wouldn't want to have to pull the pin, slide it open and retrieve the firearm. I'd want to pull the pin and go. Just a thought. Let us know if you ever do a project like that. Keep up the great work. You make us red blooded patriots proud!!

[@MaxF01]

Thanks a lot man I appreciate it!! Thats a really good point and I’ll definitely do my best to think of a way to come up with something that would be a little more time friendly in case of emergency. Thanks again man!! 🙏🏼🇺🇸

[@cooperthorne8321]

Just made one! Came out way better than I expected

[@Saanonymous80]

Do you have a guesstimate for the build cost?

[@TheGuyThatWondersWhy]

You make some good stuff. Subscribed!

[@MaxF01]

Thank you!!🙏🏼

[@RobertsMind]

Awesome job on the cabinet. I see you using stencils for your Union. I have an MS Excel spreadsheet that I built for when I make custom flag items so I can put in the height or the width and it gives me the dimensions for each piece of the flag.

[@pauldavis7865]

Is it possible to do one even smaller maybe without the shelves I have a family member that asked if I could make him one with just room for a pistol and extra magazine

[@raiderville13]

I would Buy 1. Awesome Work💯

[@MaxF01]

Thank you very much 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@itsyrboiiijustinnn4934]

Very Creative thinking about doing it, what would you say the cost of all the materials and everything would be looking like

[@vampirejesus8170]

Might try to use shadow foam. Get it in two different colors. Or use two 1in pieces of foam so it is easier to cut out the shape then glue together. Looks really good.

The flag turned out awesome 👍🏼

[@pbaddic10]

Did you burn both sides of the plywood or just one? When I build mine I noticed the woods starts to cup if I only burn one side. Once you burn the other side it flattens back out. That is also with regular pine and oak, not plywood.

[@MaxF01]

I did not burn the other side but ill have to give it a try next time! Thank you for the advice!

[@russelljnestorjr5937]

Awesome work and thanks for all the measurements so I can build one for myself

[@MaxF01]

Thank you very much im happy to share! I hope the build goes well!

[@sawman8963]

Convincing my wife that I actually need to build this is gonna be so worth it.

[@MaxF01]

haha good luck man!! maybe take her to a nice dinner or something first😂

[@sawman8963]

@@MaxF01 she agreed to a different style after I made her my famous potato soup

[@MaxF01]

@@sawman8963 haha heck yea dude!! A little bit of compromise is always expected, i might have to learn this potato soup recipe it sounds like it could come in handy! 😂

[@brownmuta7537]

Lol I love this comment

[@sawman8963]

I want to post the pictures of mine on here but don't think I can.

[@kennethchapman8468]

Hey man that came out sweet. Very nice

[@MaxF01]

Thank you very much!

[@MrAnderson1966]

Awesome build

[@MaxF01]

Thank you!!

[@ralphtorchio2906]

Love this project. Great job !! Where did you find the stencil for the stars

[@MaxF01]

Thank you!! I got it off amazon, there should be a link in the description 👍🏼

[@Golfexpertbelieveme]

Okay a few questions. 1. Do you wipe off your stain before adding coats? 2. How long do you wait to spray your stain with sealer?

[@MP3laster]

You should add a spot in the foam in front of the grip so you arent grabbing it by the trigger to remove it. Even a small finger hole.

[@MaxF01]

Thats a very good idea, thank you!

[@tinaabston3438]

do you by chance sell these? my husband is ex-military and would love one.

[@hollewoodfurniture8190]

Hi Tina, I build furniture and home decor and would love to help you out. As a fellow veteran, I'd be glad to work with you. You can message me on Facebook or Instagram under HolleWood Furniture.

[@pegleg7621]

That’s pretty bad ass..... I’m gonna have to build myself one... thanks

[@MaxF01]

Thank you very much! Im happy to share and i hope the build goes well 👍🏼

[@svherold4398]

Does it matter if you use water based stain or oil base stain… or is that a preference.. thanks

[@MaxF01]

Thats more of a preference, oil based stain tends to yellow over time tho so just keep that in mind, no problem!

[@svherold4398]

Thanks max for your reply , much appreciated, Got lots of compliments on my build thanks to you!

[@MaxF01]

@@svherold4398 no problem! Im very happy to hear that!

[@scfinisher1355]

Thats dope man! Nice work! Being a firearm loving patriot myself, I'm thinkin im definitely gonna have to do a project like this!👍😁

[@MaxF01]

Thanks a lot man! Its a pretty awesome project for anyone who loves America and guns! I hope the build goes well for you! 👍🏼😁

[@RanGer-498]

Looks great what was your total cost on the project?

[@jonitheboi605]

Love it, think it would of looked cool without the white too just the wood effect, you could also glue some rods on the sponge to hold some tabs if your objects are not full held, great job.

[@JosephWarner]

I'm almost done. The stars are so much whiter than the stained white stripes, did that bug you? Also the glue left a nasty residue but I was able to torch it off.

[@melwriston7752]

I have a suggestion for the foam not sticking very well or being a little bit loose maybe try double-sided Velcro on the back of it just a thought that way you could always remove it and if you have to take the box off the wall better than gluing it

[@MaxF01]

That is a great idea! Thank you for the advice!