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Goose_neck_knife_hinges_on_folding_table.jpgGoose Neck Knife Hinges84 viewsI made these hinges using 1/8" thick brass. The goose neck design is necessary in order to allow the table top to fold around and lay flat against the back of the legs for storage or transportation.Sgt42RHR
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folding_table_unfolded_and_ready_for_use.jpgGeorge III Folding table131 viewsThis mahogany table is 16" x 30" x 30" tall and is made from mahogany, webbing, and brass.Sgt42RHR
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folding_table_underside_of_top_folding.jpgUnderside of folding table top95 viewsIn preparation for folding, this shows the underside of the table top. The two brass latches that secure the top are visible at the bottom.Sgt42RHR
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folding_table_showing_webbing_hinges_and_catch_hardware~0.jpgFolding table showing webbing, hinges, and catch hardware104 viewsThe webbing limits the outward travel of the legs and at the same time provides tension against the brass catches that anchor the moveable end of the table top to the legs.Sgt42RHR
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folding_table_folded.jpgTable is folded104 viewsThe table is shown folded for storage or transportation. It folds to about 6 inches thick. I've made a flat canvas bag for the table with a drawstring closure. I have a similar bag for the folding chair in this picture.Sgt42RHR
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folding_table_closeup_of_hinges_in_folded_position.jpgCloseup of goose neck knife hinges in the folded position171 viewsThe goose neck knife hinges allow the table top to rotate up and around so that the top surface of the table lies flat against the back of the table legs.Sgt42RHR
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