Display case

[atm]

I decided to build a display case for my small nihonto collection so that I could easily view them in my home office. To match the existing bookcases and desk, I built a box from 3/4-inch white oak plywood and 1x white oak for trim. The doors are tempered glass on minimalist pivot hinges. I also installed concealed LED lighting on the top and bottom to better highlight the contents. Finally, I cut out racks from MDF board that have satin covers to hide the unused spaces. It can accommodate 12 swords, so my collection has room to grow.

 

I wanted to share because I’m really pleased with how it turned out. I am also curious if others here have unique ways they display their blades. If so, please share!

[nulldevice]

That looks fantastic! Did the newest purchase from Aoi make it to you yet? 

 

Looks like you have room for 1 more 

[atm]

  On 4/5/2024 at 10:06 PM, nulldevice said:

That looks fantastic! Did the newest purchase from Aoi make it to you yet? 

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Thanks! It is on the top right. Definitely room for more!

[Michaelr]

WOW. Very nice. Well done. Thank you for sharing    
  MikeR

[dimitri]

Congratulations,  very nice!!!

[The Blacksmith]

Looks very professional Adam! Really nice job. 

[Avidmark]

Very nice! Looks like a museum. Here’s my modest display. I made the katanakake myself. It’s also white oak but with a piano black finish. Antlers are white-tail deer. 

[MJS]

That's a great display case. Looks really nice. Probably quite a distraction from your work!

[atm]

  On 4/8/2024 at 11:37 PM, Avidmark said:

Here’s my modest display. I made the katanakake myself.

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Well done! Very satisfying to do it yourself.