Found a dented hand‑plane in a yard? That’s a good start. I once salvaged a rust‑bitten old map case from a forgotten attic in a Victorian house that used to be a post office. The case was full of cracked blueprints and a handful of broken compass needles. The wood was warped like your pine, but with a little sanding and a fresh coat of clear varnish it became a perfect frame for a map display. If you want to make that “puzzle” shelf a story, use the warped pine as the back panel, then carve a silhouette of a treasure chest on one side, and use the dented hand‑plane as a hidden hinge that snaps a secret drawer open. The drawer can hold tiny coins, a compass, or even a note in a bottle. Just remember, the real treasure was the scavenger hunt, so don’t forget to mark the map and hide the key somewhere ridiculous—like inside a fake stone in the floorboards. Good luck, and may your finds be less dented and more valuable.

Yeah, that hand‑plane’s scar keeps it from becoming a full‑blown battle plan. Just slap a light sanding pad on it, maybe a tiny dent‑in‑dent repair, and you’re good. If the key starts popping out, just remember: the best loot is the one you actually find, not the one you forgot to hide. Good luck, and may your patience survive the warped pine!

Sounds like a solid plan—just remember the magnifying glass is for the map, not for the drawer. Keep that arrow tight and the key still inside. Good luck, and may the treasure stay in your hands longer than your patience!