Here are some more pics of what Rooster and I got done over the 4th.

The frame is made out of 2x4 framing joists (the pink ones) mainly due to cost. Since the 2x4's are 104" (not the normal 8') we got more wood for less $.

The sides, false front, and back access doors are all 1/2" finished plywood. The the top and two shelves will also be 1/2" plywood. These have been cut, but not put in yet. Still need to cut holes for the ventalation before we install those.

To create the stealth image we were going for, I decided to use some trim and moulding. I used three different types: 1 for the top and bottom edges (front and sides), 1 for the sides of the front (to cover the edges of the plywood), and 1 for the doors (to hide the seams). I used a chop-saw to cut the trim and a brad nailer (air compressor and nail-gun) to put the trim on. The brad nails that go through the trim actually hold the false doors on. This gives the doors a little bit of give when you pull on them, so you get the feel that the cabinet is locked. We added handles, hinges, and a lock to complete the stealth look.

Once the outside was finished we mounted the access doors on the back.

Rooster's old lady was supposed to stain the outside this week (Rooster and I are out of town for work), so I'll wait to see if that got done.

The next step it to finish sealing the inside and then add the top and shelves, lights, ventalation, etc. More pics when we get that done.