Hamilton McElroy
329 Hallowes Drive
St. Marys, GA 31558
912-882-2775
[email protected]
Hamilton McElroy
329 Hallowes Drive
St. Marys, GA 31558
912-882-2775
[email protected]
Greetings and hello! First off, allow me to begin by stating that I am not a master craftsman, nor will I ever claim to be. As an amateur, I began building boxes when I first entered into the hobby of Civil War Reenacting. Once my wife joined in, I began making creature comforts to make her life easier. I expanded from boxes to include tables, chairs, benches, shelves, and even the occasional potty. All items are made from pine.
If there is a special item that you would like to have built, please let me know. I have a friend who does small items, such as officer's writing desks, bowls, cups, etc. Please allow additional time for specialty items.
All prices do not include staining, painting, or specialized stenciling. This is extra. All items are made from pine wood. Other woods are extra. What you see in the pictures is what you get. If you have specific hinges, handles, latches, etc. that you wish me to use, please send them to me first so I can be sure that the size of the item ordered will match with the size of your add-on.
Cash, check, money orders, and PayPal are accepted. There is an additional fee of $5.00 for credit cards through PayPal. All orders are held for 7 days to allow for personal checks to clear. Please notify me within 30 days if you are not satisfied with your purchase, and I will do my best to rectify the situation.
This set of benches is built to interlock so that items can be stored within them.
I usually prefer to store my lanterns or other breakables inside. The sides can be made longer so that
they touch and form a complete box.
Excellent compliments to the Camp Dining Tablebelow. Their height is designed to sit comfortably at the table,
at church, or around the fire. Perfect for the ladies wearing hoops as they have a sturdy base.
Bench ----------------- $40.00 ea.
Sturdy and resilient. I have placed extra glue, nails, and screws in this stool to
reduce the chances of splitting. The canvas seat has been sewn along all edges and is durable in all
kinds of weather.
Stool ----------------- $40.00 ea.
Storage boxes come in a wide variety of shapes and sizes. They are as small as an ammo
box, various sizes of storage boxes, and even rifle boxes. All boxes come unhinged unless you request otherwise.
Their lids will not slide off due to two wood cleats. A �biscuit� cut at the joint of boxes is only standard on ammo
boxes; for all others it is extra. Sizes are based on modern sizes of the available wood.
Small ------------- $45.00
Medium ------------- $55.00
Large ------------- $65.00
Hope Chest ------------- $200.00
Large ------------- $125.00
A 6� deep tray insert is available for the larger sized Hope Chest. Additional $50.00.
These lamps are based off of a picture I once saw of a civilian camp, and I just fell in love
with it. It is not widely known, but it was used by refuges. It actually makes sense if you were fleeing your
some or if oil was hard to find. Using a standard chimney, the wooden plate holds it in place against the base.
A copper fitting serves to protect the wood from burning once the candle gets too low. A wonderfully inexpensive
alternative to the soldier�s lantern.
Lamp ---------------- $15.00
That is right!!! A personal potty chair, i.e. a chamber pot. The top lid fits snugly and
simply lifts off. The seat is hinged to make inside access easy. Includes one plastic bucket for use inside.
I recommend lining the bucket with trash bags and using kitty litter. It works like a charm with no loud noises
for embarrassing moments in the middle of the night. A popular item amond the ladies and a very comfortable
height.
Chamber Pot ---------- $75.00
A personal mirror designed to hang under a tent fly, from an upright, or rest
elegantly on a table. Has a drawer for storing personal effects and shelf space. Great talking
point for a washing station. every lady needs a mirror in camp.
Mirror ----------- $125.00
These are perfect for use in camp, in tents, or in the home. They collapse for easy storage, and
they stand at 10" wide for added stability. These are 4' long and are 3.5' tall. They can be easily
made to any desired size. The shelf boards fit into the racks for storage. Only slotted screws are
used as there is a great of hinge exposure.
Shelf ----------- $75.00
I am one of the few people that can honestly say, "I enjoy making folding tables."
They collapse down for easy travel and storage, and they are great for use both in camp and at home.
We often use ours for extra guests. I have built all of our tables (the Dinning Room, camp, and
folding) to the same height so they can be placed end to end for a banquet. These are made in
various sizes. The smaller ones fold like a t.v. dinner tray, while the others split down the
middle. Through the use of stainless steel carriage bolts, imbedded spike nuts, washers, etc.,
it has a fluid motion that appears both sturdy and period correct.
20" x 24" ------------------- $55.00
Up to 24" x 36" ------------- $65.00
Over this --------- call for pricing
A personal mirror designed to hang under a tent fly, from an upright, or rest
elegantly on a table. Has a drawer for storing personal effects and shelf space. Great talking
point for a washing station. every lady needs a mirror in camp.
Dining Table ----------- $75.00
Handles - Rope Style (shown left) or metal. Both are available ---------
$10.00. If you provide the handles, there is a $5.00 mounting fee.
Hinges - for all items that do not normally include hinges (i.e. small and medium boxes)
--------- $10.00.
Stains & Paints - All stains and paints are hand brushed and designed for
outdoor use. A satin finish varnish can be applied if desired. Varnish selections include cherry,
pecan, red mahogany (shown here), and oak. The paint is a period correct military issue of olive
green for Union ammo boxes. Confederate are left plain. I do not have stencils yet; I'm working
on that one. All coats are for outside parts only; the inside of boxes is extra.
Stain -------------- $20.00
Biscuit Cut - As seen here, a version of wedging the corners so as to add
endurance and strength. 1" cuts for smaller boxes, 2" for medium, and 3" for large. All other
cuts determined on an individual basis.
Special Cut ------------- $25.00
Email Me for any orders that you desire.
Set of two (2) ------- $70.00
Show here are regulation ammo boxes. Hand painted. Don�t have stencils yet; working on that.
Considered a small box.
Various sizes of storage boxes are available. They are based on a pattern of ammo box (see side handles) but are various sizes.
Considered a medium box.
This box is large enough for my whole family to eat, cook, and live out of for a weekend. It holds all
cooking implements (plates, utensils, pitchers, kettles, etc.) and our food. It can even hold a small cooler & food.
Built to the size you need & comes with a hinged lid.
Perfect for the ladies. Built for my wife. Perfect height for sitting and getting dressed in the tent. Comes with a hinged lid
and handles.
A close representation of the adult version. Designed to hold several pairs of shoes and many articles
of clothing for young children. Perfect height for to sit on while getting dressed.
Varnish ----------- $15.00
Paint -------------- $15.00
Inside ------------- $10.00
