Author Topic: Lantern Boxes (Read 2014 times)

kb · « **on:** Dec 30, 2013, 04:10 PM »

Id like to either build or purchase a lantern box for jigging. If anyone has plans, or links for one for sale, Id be very interested in them.

Thanks

kb

3300 · « **Reply #1 on:** Dec 30, 2013, 05:08 PM »

http://www.iceshanty.com/ice_fishing/index.php?topic=152848.0;nowap

http://www.iceshanty.com/search/googlecs.php?cx=partner-pub-4142604719202363%3A1m5u4k-rv05&cof=FORID%3A11&ie=ISO-8859-1&q=Lantern+Boxes&sa=Search

kb · « **Reply #2 on:** Dec 30, 2013, 05:21 PM »

Ive seen that one before, thanks.

3300 · « **Reply #3 on:** Dec 30, 2013, 05:23 PM »

i added more 4u

Allen1203 · « **Reply #4 on:** Dec 30, 2013, 08:21 PM »

I have a nice one I can take pics of if you'd like

kb · « **Reply #5 on:** Dec 30, 2013, 10:24 PM »

Yes I would. I'm looking to build or buy one

Allen1203 · « **Reply #6 on:** Dec 31, 2013, 09:25 AM »

I'll take/add some here in a few.

Allen1203 · « **Reply #7 on:** Dec 31, 2013, 10:34 AM »

This is mine. It is 10x24 overall. The seat opens up towards the back and the front upper area opens towards the front. I split a bucket caddy and attached to the sides, but I am going to remove that soon and find a different solution. Any questions, or if you want more pictures just ask.

Bottom Rails 1 1/4" square tube

Where I keep bait, flashlight, tools.

Under the seat, where I put caught fish.

Lantern area, also notice the cut out surrounded with black, that is the "handle" to lift and carry. Best feature if you ask me.

Plexiglas is 9"x9"

kb · « **Reply #8 on:** Dec 31, 2013, 10:42 AM »

Wow, that is exactly what Im looking for. Thank you. How much does it weigh unloaded? Did you make it yourself? What gauge metal is it?

Im definitely saving those pictures. Ill have to make one out of wood as I dont have access to sheet metal like that.

Allen1203 · « **Reply #9 on:** Dec 31, 2013, 11:14 AM »

Quote from: kb on Dec 31, 2013, 10:42 AM

Wow, that is exactly what Im looking for. Thank you. How much does it weigh unloaded? Did you make it yourself? What gauge metal is it?

Im definitely saving those pictures. Ill have to make one out of wood as I dont have access to sheet metal like that.

It is made out of aluminum, I did not make it, I received as a gift, but I plan on making another that is 12" or 14" wide. It weighs 10 pounds with the bucket caddy, according to my bathroom scale. 19 gauge aluminum (.036")

Allen1203 · « **Reply #10 on:** Dec 31, 2013, 11:18 AM »

Sorry it took so long, had to find a scale and calipers to weigh and figure out the gauge.

kb · « **Reply #11 on:** Dec 31, 2013, 11:27 AM »

Thank you very much. If there is a shop that sells it, Id really appreciate the number. I never thought Id say this to another man, but you've got a good looking box!!!

Allen1203 · « **Reply #12 on:** Dec 31, 2013, 11:33 AM »

Quote from: kb on Dec 31, 2013, 11:27 AM

Thank you very much. If there is a shop that sells it, Id really appreciate the number. I never thought Id say this to another man, but you've got a good looking box!!!

It wasn't bought in a shop I don't believe. Built in a garage somewhere. I am going to make a few and sell them someday, but it probably won't be until end of summer at the earliest. Thanks, I'm pretty fond of my "box" too lmao

Allen1203 · « **Reply #13 on:** Jan 09, 2014, 02:10 PM »

Quote from: kb on Dec 31, 2013, 11:27 AM

Thank you very much. If there is a shop that sells it, Id really appreciate the number. I never thought Id say this to another man, but you've got a good looking box!!!

I found them for sale today. I will pm you info.

kb · « **Reply #14 on:** Jan 09, 2014, 02:49 PM »

Got it. Thank you very much.

Allen1203 · « **Reply #15 on:** Jan 09, 2014, 03:20 PM »

Quote from: kb on Jan 09, 2014, 02:49 PM

Got it. Thank you very much.

Awesome. Let me know how you like it, if you decide to get one.

slider · « **Reply #16 on:** Jan 21, 2014, 01:42 PM »

the question is how much and where are they making them

Idahogator · « **Reply #17 on:** Jan 21, 2014, 01:58 PM »

It's amazing these "Lantern Boxes" were so popular in Michigan and dates back many years. My father-in-law built one back in the mid '50's, and left it for me, when he moved to the shanty in the shy. It awaits me in the basement, over in Ypsi.

Allen1203 · « **Reply #18 on:** Jan 21, 2014, 07:53 PM »

Quote from: slider on Jan 21, 2014, 01:42 PM

the question is how much and where are they making them

They were selling for sixty something, and built locally by a retired guy in his garage.

Allen1203 · « **Reply #19 on:** Jan 21, 2014, 07:58 PM »

Quote from: Idahogator on Jan 21, 2014, 01:58 PM

It's amazing these "Lantern Boxes" were so popular in Michigan and dates back many years. My father-in-law built one back in the mid '50's, and left it for me, when he moved to the shanty in the shy. It awaits me in the basement, over in Ypsi.

They make sense to me. Lightweight, carries almost everything you could want, lantern keep your hands warm and provides light. What's not to love?? I really only use it on first and last ice. When it is colder or more snow I use my shanty, or a jet sled. But I am mentally designing a lantern box that will be ready for next season.

Idahogator · « **Reply #20 on:** Jan 22, 2014, 12:06 AM »

Quote from: Allen1203 on Jan 21, 2014, 07:58 PM

They make sense to me. Lightweight, carries almost everything you could want, lantern keep your hands warm and provides light. What's not to love?? I really only use it on first and last ice. When it is colder or more snow I use my shanty, or a jet sled. But I am mentally designing a lantern box that will be ready for next season.

I'm watching for it Allen and I'm on here almost year round.

The only one I've seen has a few small holes in the seat, warms the backside, ha. The one you've shown has good features !

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Author Topic: Lantern Boxes (Read 2014 times)