3D Monster Hand Mailbox Plan

Make this realistic looking 3D project from layers of 1-1/2" thick wood and a standard US mailbox. Plan includes full-size patterns for all layers and the ground crack base along with complete assembly, shaping and painting instructions. Can also be adapted to use for rural mail delivery (44" tall).

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Wood:
3/4" thick exterior grade plywood (18" x 24" piece)
one - 2 x 12 x 8' long pine board
one - 2 x 6 x 5' long pine board
one 1 x 8 x 3' long pineboard

Saw: Hand-held jigsaw or band saw

Parts: Standard-size metal or plastic mailbox

Paint:
2010 Forest Green
2042 Pumpkin
2436 Charcoal
2506 Black

Sealer: High-grade, non-yellowing, semi-gloss UV protected project sealer (#POLYQT) for outdoor protection.