For a little over a year, i've been falling down the rabbit hole of learning the jaw harp, specifically what's called the "open-closed" melodic style, most associated with Norwegian playing. It's been incredibly fun, which i think has to do with the fact that it's so very different from any other instrument i've played. Another fun thing i've discovered about jaw harps is that they are small and very collectible.
Different makers may or may not offer cases with their harps. Harps without cases will typically be shipped on a small wooden block which is perfectly adequate to protect the trigger, but lacks some flair. Some of my favourite harps didn't come with cases, and i think they are worthy of having nicer cases than the plain wooden blocks.
These cases are made of whatever woods i have suitable pieces of in the shop. So far i've used myrtle, walnut, and plum. I used a small trim router to hollow out the space for the harps, then freehand sanding on a belt sander. After final sanding, i just finished them with walnut oil. The harps are held in with a leather thong and a little turned bead shaped like an acorn.
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