H&D2 Ammo Box Shuttles

Author: Dave Williams
Published: 14th February 2005
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H&D2 Ammo Box Shuttles Handles and trimmings
The handle I chose is spring-loaded so it will lay flat when not being used. It will be attached to the case using pop rivets.


H&D2 Ammo Box Shuttles Handles and trimmings
A centreline was measured and drawn along the top of the case lid.

H&D2 Ammo Box Shuttles Handles and trimmings
Using the handle as a template, its mounting holes were marked out. Note that the holes are not along the centreline but the handle pivot is - this improves the balance when carrying.



H&D2 Ammo Box Shuttles Handles and trimmings
Similarly the mounting holes for the catch were scribed and..


H&D2 Ammo Box Shuttles Handles and trimmings
...then all the holes were drilled.


H&D2 Ammo Box Shuttles Handles and trimmings
A quick mock-up with the taped on edging, handle, catch and a test text label was made to check that the desired effect was being achieved.


H&D2 Ammo Box Shuttles Handles and trimmings
Although the two Shuttles would have a somewhat similar appearance when finished, I did want each to be unique. To this end, I decided to cover one of them with a checker plate finish. This is an embossed, metalised sticky-backed sheet on a roll which can be cut with scissors or a sharp knife. When stuck in place it looks and feels like the real thing.


H&D2 Ammo Box Shuttles Handles and trimmings
Another mock-up to check the effect of the checker plate with the plastic edging.


H&D2 Ammo Box Shuttles Handles and trimmings
Using the checker plate presented a problem: it covered all the ventilation holes in the case sleeve. Not a good idea given the high powered heat producing components inside these babies. Fortunately, a pop rivet was just the right size to puncture the plate to reopen the holes, all several thousand of them!

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