Desk made for my grandson. Used local walnut for the exposed and structural parts. Baltic birch plywood for the top and all the panels for stability, and veneered with walnut and maple burl. All the inlay work was done with knives and gouges (except for the inlay bandings which were made with power tools, then inlayed with a router). The design was mostly done on the fly, and inspired by Federal pieces (mostly Philadelphia, circa 1780 - 1820). I kept track of my time: about 175 labor hours. Started in October, 2011 and Completed in January 2013. It was loads of fun, but I'm finally relieved that it is finally done! For those who are interested, there are more picturess in my gallery.
He is 5, Bill. Just in time for him to start school. Guess I'll have to council him carefully on how to protect and take care of this. He is the one that I'm not worried about, but his 3-year-old little brother!