The Witcher's Wooden Alchemy Chest // Woodworking Build
DIY build of a traditional hand cut joinery wooden chest inspired by the Witcher fantasy series.
I’m a huge fan of the Witcher series, so when I came across a reference to Geralt’s wooden alchemy/potion/travel chest, I knew I had to make it!
In Andrzej Sapkowski, The Last Wish, as Geralt is preparing to battle the Striga -
“The witcher returned to the dusty table at which he was preparing, calmly and meticulously. He knew he had plenty of time. The striga would not leave her crypt before midnight. On the table in front of him he had a small chest with metal fittings. He opened it. Inside, packed tightly in compartments lined with dried grass, stood small vials of dark glass. The witcher removed three."
If you’ve never heard of the Witcher series, basically it’s set in a medieval fantasy world, with your usual array of humans, elves, dwarves, magic and monsters.
Witcher’s, are professional monster hunters, who travel from village to village to solve monster related issues for money. This chest would be used to hold alchemy tools and potions and what not.
More about The Witcher:
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Music from Epidemic Sound
Great! Now I have a place for all those leather books NerdForge and Dark Horse Workshop taught me how to make.
Love nerdForge! Not heard of Dark Horse Workshop, new KZheadr to check out!
I came here directly from nerdforge lmao
Cas Smith XD Nerdforge is awesome.
Nerdforge are to blame for my tome collection, Dark horse is for therapy.
I had never heard of nerdforge before but just the name had me clicking to find it so fast. thank you lol
Dear algorithm, I am GLORIOUSLY satisfied that this type of CONTENT is on my FRONT PAGE. I have left a LIKE and interacted with SEVERAL people
Those irregular oldschool-looking nails were like cherry on the cake.
You can buy nails like that at most woodworking supply stores or shops. Theyre called cut nails.
I enjoy doing wood projects, but this makes me feel like the kid in the back row that eats crayons. Beautiful project and extraordinary video!
Crayons are tasty...
@@anonthe-third2367 agreed
I glued my ear to my shoulder!
They for sale
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Aside from the impressive carpentry, this video was beautifully shot. Great lighting and interesting angles. Well done!
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It was a really cool video, the thing I most appreciate is you actually talkin and describing what you were doing and how you did it
This is unbelievable. Quite literally. The fact that this thing is real is incredible. I envy those with the patience to develop a skill like this. Good on you and keep it up!
I watched this entire thing with my mouth open in awe. The chest, the video, the man are all gorgeous. Thoroughly impressed.
Absolutely awesome build - love the details, the joinery choices, and the old fashioned nails. Perfect!
This is THE coolest build I've ever seen. This is freaking amazing.
So many nice handmade touches. The elliptical curve, the hand-fitted slats, the nails. I can see this becoming a family heirloom.
I am totally in love with this project. Amazing. I'm just taking a second woodworking class so that maybe one day I can do sth. similar.
Beautiful work and great carpentry. You can see the difference real craftmanship makes!
Whelp, i'm addicted - you've combined my two fave things in the world in this vid. Cheers from accross the Tasman cuz!
Good to see some old school skills with the awesome selection of hand tools used with conjunction of technology.... Lucky bugger to find some gorgeous looking rimu...such a hard find now... I loved the finished product...please send to me if not wanted anymore...
So much talent. It's a great way to revive history and appreciate the older generations giftings by recreating with various materials. I love seeing the abilities others have to show in a creative productive way. The ability to make individual creations is talent that can help inspire others not just in making but appreciating history on a whole new level.
You do fantastic work! I cannot wait to see more content!!
you should make more and sell them ,,especially now the series is out ,, fantastic workmanship btw.
thenks for the inspiration: i'll make a spice box like this. i had been looking for domething that would work for me. thanks again
Beautiful build. Thank you for sharing your time and talent!
I haven't actually involved myself in anything "The Witcher" related, which i may have to rethink now, but I very much love this build and the craftsmanship you are capable of. This is reminiscent of the Hobbit/LOTR series or Skyrim/Oblivion theme which I am into. You just earned yourself a new subscriber and I can't wait to see what else you come up with.
Thank you for recommending this, KZhead. New sub because that's just gorgeous!
What an excellent video! I loved your various aspects of detail: square tacks, shaped tenons, leather, and the themed engravings. The music made our journey with you that much more enjoyable as well. Great work!
Amazing work, nice to see you mix old with new techniques. very inspirational, many thanks.
Wow, amazing job on this build! Excellent use of traditional & modern woodworking techniques, plus great design & artwork!
I agree
That is beautiful Rob! Well done on the workmanship and video as well!
Thanks Scott!
The art of box making. It is so pleasing to watch.
This is freaking amazing! My son is a huge fan of The Witcher, and I will be making him one of these for a gift. Thank you so much for sharing the artwork! And for documenting your process. Excellent work.
Hi Further Fabrication, The Witcher's Wooden Alchemy Chest // Woodworking Build turned out Super Fantastic and Awesome! A work of Art, indeed. Excellent Job! Thank you for sharing your time, talents, great ideas, easy to follow instructions, and your Super Creative Fun Videos. Take care, wishing you the very best, and I hope you have a creative weekend. Subscribed, liked, & shared. thank you for the free Art Work download. Peace & Joy
Amazing .. I wish I had seen this when I was in highschool woods class... Of course that was way before You Tube :)
This is incredible! I really enjoyed this. This build shows amazing craftsmanship. Plus I LOVE the witcher franchise and its artwork.
Gorgeous work!!
Oh wow, that's truly beautiful! You, sir, are a master craftsman :)
That chest is AMAZING! I love your attention to detail.
great build, the nails really added to the old handmade look.
Love it! Leaving the dovetails longer is great because it shows of the skill that went into the build. Never stop creating!
And that's why I need a laser cutter lol ^^ Awesome project! :D
Omg, I haven't felt this excited about a wood works project in a long time! Dude that looks so good! You should be hella proud of the way it turned out!
I hope you signed it somewhere, an artist needs to sign their work and you truly are an artist. That box is amazing.
Sir, you are a craftsman.
Очень красивый сундук! Молодец!
So badass! As a gamer and a woodworker, I truly LOVE this!
Dude, that chest is truly beautiful, you do great work thanks for sharing.
Awesome build! I was wondering if you could build a "Mimic" from the D&D world?
Absolutely stunning!! You and Nerdforge need to do a collab!!
imari2305 omg yes that would be perfect
YES AND YES
THAT WOULD BE AMAZING
Still one of my favorite videos Tuesday can't wait to be able to have a workshop so that I can do this myself I've been wanting a Witcher chest forever
Loved it, watched it just to how to make the lid. I wish I had a laser cutter for that engraving, it looked lovely.
AMAZING 🤯❤🧡💛💚💙💜💖 I made something like this for my son so he can put his toys in, I was planning to do it all by myself but I was already stressed out on all the details and the measurements that I just let my husband paint it I didn't even care what color he chose I just wanted to go to sleep 😂
wicked build dude! Some awesome skill in the build and in the video production. Must have taken a while to do! I see you're putting your laser to good use. I'm still struggling to commit to getting one but I think I should just bite the bullet and do it haha. Keep it up!
Cheers bro! yeah it took a fair bit of time. Yeah laser's are great, I say dooo it!
This is exactly what I want to do with my life, building unique intricate stuff like this, its a functional piece of art. Awesome job done.
This is beautiful work. Thank you for including the design files I am going to be adding some Witcher inspired wall art to my wall for sure!
So beautiful! I would like to say, though, that when using runes, you never use double letters, so for example the word "letters" you would write as "leters".
Why is that? :)
Pompous, aren't we?
Simmer down Hermione.
Why is that?
That’s a good piece of knowledge, thanks for that.
Who are the 63 down voting A holes? I can see nothing he did wrong! Very talented woodworker! Great job!
killi mimes probably just people who dislike out of jealousy.
Wow, that was fantastic. I love to see that traditional old school skills alive and well :)
Great Work! I love your toys. I made a chest for my son when he was younger and the decoration was beating it with a chain, running a rip saw across it and some drumming with round sticks. Of course that was done before cutting the top off for the lid. After lots of sanding, I used a walnut stain and spray lacquer. It turned out great. I would like to see this chest made with a vintage look. The designs would be amazing aged .
Dude, that was super epic. You definitely got a sub!
Thanks man, I appreciate the comment, glad you enjoyed it!
@@FurtherFabrication what are the dimensions or plans measurements.please
@@FurtherFabrication simple dimensions would be awesome- I just was gifted a ton of cedar and would like to attempt
This is a phenomenal piece! Out of interest, how many hours do you recon you put in to it by the end?
It's beautiful, love the dovetails showing through
Fantastic work, and thank you for sharing choices that caused trouble. Huge help!
How is it possible that 197 people gave this video a thumbs down..??
If you can't forge your own steel handles, store bought is fine
Gotta be honest, that is bloody awesome! Just as awesome is seeing traditional joinery techniques, it's starting to become a lost art.
First of all, I have to say that this is an incredible build and I am in absolute awe of your carpentry skills. I tried to do something like this a number of years ago and it came out looking like crap; however... by watching this video, I've figured out where I went wrong, so thank you for that!
YT: I'm going to suggest this video to you UNTIL YOU ACCEPT YOUR FATE AND WATCH IT!
I love this and I want to make one my self. all I need is the tools that I still do not have. By the way you made one big mistake ,never use nails in a piece of furniture that is made of wood always use either wooden pegs or wood screws because in furniture nails will at some point rip the wood apart and then it will have to be fixed or even that part taken out and replaced. Where as wooden pegs ( which are the best to use ) or wood screws ( only if you must use them ) will last a life time and beyond . So if you wish you can hand it down to your children when the time comes. Thank you for the video
Really? Nails have been used in furniture for thousands of years. You have no idea what you are talking about, nails do not rip wood apart. Hell you don't even have any tools so how can you know...???
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I am a carpenter w/ 46 years experience. I use nails making furniture. nothing I have ever made needed repair due to construction even many years later.
I LOVE it!! You can see the passion you have for it in your work. It turned out absolutely stunning, you did such a wonderful job. ❤
Wow, I would love one of this for my Wicca items.
And now where do we commission you for one of these?
"Hi KZhead, here's a way to make a cool witcher's chest. All you need is some wood, screws, glue, and your $3,000 laser cutting machine...Let's get started!"
It wont look the same but you make a stencil and get a wood burning tool (about 20$) you can do some similar designs
Wow that was really impressiv. The chest is a beautiful peace of art.
impressive build! thank you for sharing your skills.
Beautiful work truly a pleasure to watch. i'd love to buy one! I feel like a magician has lifted the veil and shown me how he does his tricks.
Neat....now inspired to put something like this together for my new grandson. Thanks.
Beautiful work. I love boxes, especially with all the intricate work.
WOW!!! That’s awesome!!! Love it and a lot of time and care went into that piece..Ty for sharing
Absolutely gorgeous. Now, I want to become something magical.
Awesome work. The mix of powered and hand tool use is right up my ally. I have traditionally used hardboard as my bench coverings. Since watching this vid I picked up a sheet of white coat hardboard so I could see what the hell I was doing. You have given me the kick in the pants to do more stuff like this. Please keep them coming
Fantastic chest, thank you for the artwork download too.
I am impressed as hell. That is one of the coolest builds I seen in ages. Awesome job.
Great job , great look . You are a good presenter
I just wanted to drop in and say that your layout technique is brilliant! I've always found doing dovetails to be a superbitch, but your trick with the tape is amazing!
Ding, new subscriber. This was an amazingly inspired build and I'm absolutely going to try and use this artwork for my own chest. Thank you!
Thank you for making the artwork free
That looks AMAZING! Wow, just Wow!
WOW... that is a work of art!!! Great video. Thanks for sharing.
Words cannot express how much I enjoyed your build video. I'm heading out to my garage and designing one with a Dr. Who theme. Cheers, a truly fantastic build. Well done.
Awesome build, I love the final look. Also the way you narrated was perfect. This is the first time I watched one of your videos and you hooked me
What impressed me most about this build is it's all reclaimed wood. You turned someone else's trash into a work of art.
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I'm impressed,great craftsmanship for a young man
Love it! And thank you for your generous sharing of the designs!
Just simply amazing and absolutely beautiful.
Never thought I'd say this to a guy but nice box man! I'm a treasure hunter and I have a small version minus the etching for displaying my 156 silver coin treasure but now I think I'm gonna build one of these for my display and actual security toa point. Thanks for the vid man!
I gotta say that is REALLY cool ,in particular the signs and runes and all the artwork . Bravo indeed ,bravo again..I also think the champfered extra long dovetails are fantastic.
So awesome !!!!!!
I love this chest. A great inspiration. Thanks for the artwork
I'm blown away. This is beautiful.
Damn! I was just looking for cool trunks to build, but hearing that you made this out of rimu just made my day!! Native wood is so freaking hard to come by nowadays, so props for the good find, man!
Don't you have small, local sawmills here and there? In the USA, I see them all the time and I've bought some beautiful locally grown, locally milled, air-dried Eastern Red Cedar here.
More projects like this please. It's gold
ABSOLUTELY EXTRAORDINARY PIECE!
Completely incredible!!! Awesome!!! Thanks for sharing!