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Type of cigar box question... need large/deep/inexpensive box...

I am sure this topic has been debated quite often, but could I get a list of the best types/brands of boxes to make CBGs with?

I am interested in a larger/deeper one that has minimal paper glued to it. I would like some labels, or even better, wood-burned or inscribed insignia indicating cigar brand, but as little glued-on paper as possible.

If the box was rectangular, as opposed to square, that would be best, and with a large soundboard/face size as well as a decent amount of depth.

Finally, if you could suggest a good source for these where they can be bought as cheaply as possible, that would excellent.

I know, I know: this is probably the MOST common type of request for information builders could have, but I would really appreciate your help.

thank you,

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Permalink Reply by Scott Meredith on January 8, 2013 at 11:41am

I found JFR are very simple plywood boxes burned in logo and sound awesome no paper they are super deep I have some pics on my page of a couple Im currently working on the vid on may give you an idea of the sound I play it acoustic at the end of the demo. Hope this is helpful.

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Permalink Reply by KK Dirty Money on January 9, 2013 at 5:36am

Awesome! Thanks, sounds good.

Your guitars look killer! That appears to be the size I am looking for.

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Permalink Reply by Scott Meredith on January 8, 2013 at 11:45am

Google a near by cigar smoke shop stop in and ask I find they cant get rid of them fast enough some times a couple bucks. If ya ask nice they may hold a certain one for you if they are cool. Take a look around the humidor that's where I get a lot of Ideas. Then when ya see one ya like just ask they are usually laid back at the cigar shop.

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Permalink Reply by the anonymous pick on January 8, 2013 at 3:40pm

don't discount the use of a double wine box ;-)

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Permalink Reply by KK Dirty Money on January 9, 2013 at 5:37am

Thanks!

Do you use these often? I assume you would just get them from a wine shop?

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Permalink Reply by Scott Meredith on January 8, 2013 at 4:29pm

This box is pretty large and deep and has good acoustic properties. The shop where I get my boxes seems to have empties often so should be available at most shops. sides and top are sturdy but not too thick.

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Permalink Reply by Rand Moore on January 8, 2013 at 9:55pm

Hi KK,

It's also pretty easy to build your own boxes and not be restricted by the dimensions of available cigar boxes. You could then come back and decorate them as you please using wood burner tools, or a number of other finishing techniques. My CBN discussion group talks a lot about box building: Home Made Resonator Boxes 101, v.2.0.

-Rand.

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Permalink Reply by Wade on January 11, 2013 at 12:23pm

My latest build was made from a discarded drawer and covered top and bottom with a piece of doorskin. Did'nt cost anything except for the screws and glue!