BQRyno said:
That's awesome! Definitely going to be interested in all of the above.
I'll be under local prices, as in no shipping/taxes plus a %. My main factor is barrel prices which can vary drastically. I'll be 100% transparent in prices. Some of it is seasonal depending on what base material is available at any given time. Which is why a self provided barrel will carry a 1/3-1/2 discount.
And if you have photos of a project you'd like made, all negotiations are open. Including trading spirits for labor.
The one thing not negotiable is drying time for wet barrels. Just asking for issues. It's a 2-3 month lead time. And while I have done this before, it's a slow process. I have a full time career. I encourage anyone interested to Google barrel furniture to get an idea of what you're looking for and associated prices. Generally I'll be working at material x2 (a pro shop will charge x3) + shop fee. It is a family shop but there's a cost in electricity and tool wear. I will be working those factors out on the first 5 barrels I have to work up a true rate, plus photos. I will have several owned products for anyone to test drive in a few different sizes.
Anyway, a side gig, not a profession. I have formal training and I will offer a limited guarantee. If your rabid drunk tsip uncle smashes *****..I'm not liable.
If anyone has a hookup on sub $100 barrels please let me know. Bourbon or wine. makes no difference.