I decided to upgrade the tool rack in my Dutch tool chest. I’m an avid reader of Chris Schwarz Lost Art Press blog and a while back he posted this blog entry – The One in Which I am Slapped by Someone. In this blog post, he details how this design allows a more flexible tool storage. I created a double layered version to hold both tools and saws.
The chisels I have stored in the chest aren’t my regular chisels, but a few specialty chisels that I have. When I travel, I’ll replace these with my daily use chisels. This arrangement also freed up some space to allow more roomy storage.
Gluing up 1/4″ plywood.
Racks installed.
Full rack.
Close up of details.
More details.