Quartersawn White Oak 26" Tool Chest DIY Kit

The 2609-KIT-WO DIY Kit allows you to build your own full-size Gerstner chest in quartersawn white oak. Precision-cut components are supplied unfinished, giving you the opportunity to complete the assembly, fitting, and finishing process yourself. As the largest chest in the Gerstner DIY lineup, the 2609 is a substantial and advanced woodworking project. It is not intended for beginners. Careful alignment, precise drawer fitting, sanding, and finishing experience are required to achieve a properly fitted result. When completed, the 2609 features the iconic Gerstner design with a front lid that locks the drawers when closed and stows neatly beneath the drawer stack when open. Inside, graduated drawers and a full-width top compartment provide organized storage for tools, instruments, and collections. Constructed from quartersawn white oak, the finished chest reflects the stability and distinctive grain character associated with this cut of lumber. Your choice of finish will determine the final tone and appearance. Over time, oak will naturally deepen in color, developing added warmth and richness. The kit includes precision-machined wooden components, drawer parts, hardware, interior lining material, and detailed assembly instructions. Each drawer must be individually fitted to ensure smooth operation and proper alignment. When paired with the B2704 Base DIY Kit, the completed chest becomes part of a larger stacked configuration, expanding both storage capacity and presence. As with all Gerstner wooden products, the natural properties of the wood assist with moisture absorption, supporting rust prevention when used for storing metal tools and instruments. Building the 2609-KIT-WO offers the opportunity to create a full-size Gerstner chest shaped by your own craftsmanship and built to serve for generations.