My Wagon Wheel Display

[DBernier]

Some of you know I have been working on a display to "show off" some of the beautiful stone work I have bought, traded and best of all, you have given me. I had an old carridge wheel in storage for over 20 years and just could not give it a purpose. Well here it is. The table its self is the wheel, consisting of a 2 1/2 inch steel axel with a steel base 10 in dia. x 2 1/2 thick base welded on. A thick plate glass specially cut to fit this was done by a friend who I will be eternally gratefull. Thanks Fred. Between each spoke is a # on the outside rim and I am creating a "legend" in a sterling silver picture frame with pages that describes each item in that area and who made it. The base is a 5 gallon water bbl with the top and base cut out. In the second photo you can see the frame it slides into and securely holds it. I have been long in making this and I wish to thank "ALL" of you who have contributed to this effort. My wife loves it because she gets back our other living room. It will be center stage in that room and will be the first thing you see when you enter it. Once again thanks to all.

Dick

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[DanaM]

WOW, thats really nice Dick. Think I'm jealous

[Justin Snyder]

Great idea Dick.  I must contribute.  HMMM what to make.  Justin

[Pat B]

Thats a beautiful table and idea, Dick. I'll have to make you a miniature bow as a contribution.  Pat

[DBernier]

Thank you PatB and Justin.     I got it all mounted sense the first post and it looks fine. I am going to put some of the artifacts in and see how they fit. The depth is only 1.5 inches at the hub and 1 inch at the rim. I have cut some leather pads for the glass to sit on which should give me another 1/8 inch clearance at the rim. It is so much fun doing something like this. I sent a photo to my Son in Fl and already he wants it. "The body is not even cold yet"  . Anyone who gives me something, or trades me will be immortalized in the legend. I will post more photos as I get to finishing it.

Dick

[jamie]

thats awesome. hows about a flint point with some blood on it? or will the whole arra fit? just have ta wait till the season starts. peace

[DBernier]

Its only 17 inch's from the hub to the inner rim Jamie. But, what an awesome idea.    I may save a space for myself too if that happens. Can always section the arrow as it will never be used again. Great idea. Hey, even a 16 inch arrow is cool too.     I like this.   

Dick

[tradrick]

That sure would look good sittin in my bonus room.A great idea and craftsmanship.That tables going to hold alot of fond memories.Great job.tradrick

[DBernier]

Your right about the memories tradrick. Some of this "stuff" has a lot of meaning to me.     Even as I look at the items before me for placement, I get a warm feeling looking at them and remembering who gave them to me, why or how I used them and where I found them.

Dick

[jamie]

well then after i shoot one ill snap it over my knee if the deer doesnt do it first.

[Pappy]

Beautiful Dick,great Idea.
   Pappy

[Hillbilly]

Looks good. I've got some contents in the works.

[DBernier]

Thanks fellows. If you send something, please sign it for me.     These will be keepsakes and will have fond memories.    Thanks

Dick

[mullet]

Very nice Dick,I'm glad I got to contribute while we were at Pats.Put the good side up

[Hillbilly]

Eddie, I thought I was the only one who made points with a public side and a private side