{"title":"The Flight Collection","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Flight Collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA collection of individually handcrafted serving boards inspired by birds in flight and the natural character of American hardwoods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Flight Collection piece begins with the wood itself. Grain, color, live edges, knots, checks and natural imperfections help determine the final shape of the board. Detailed bird artwork is then engraved into the piece and incorporated into its form, creating a serving board that is as much functional art as it is serveware.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery board is individually numbered and permanently marked as part of the Shephard \u0026amp; Sons Flight Collection. Because no two pieces of wood are identical, each numbered board is truly one of a kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandcrafted in Texas by Shephard \u0026amp; Sons Woodworking.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"flight-collection-002-mallard-mesquite-serving-board","title":"Flight Collection No. 002 | Mallard | Texas Mesquite Serving Board","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlight Collection No. 002 – Mallard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA one-of-a-kind piece of Texas mesquite, shaped by hand and transformed into a functional work of art.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. 002 of the Shephard \u0026amp; Sons Flight Collection features a mallard captured in flight, with the bird extending beyond the serving surface to become part of the silhouette and handle of the board itself. Detailed engraving across the wings, body and head gives the mallard remarkable depth while allowing the natural grain and character of the mesquite to remain part of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrafted from Texas-grown mesquite, this individual board displays the color, grain, small voids and natural characteristics that make mesquite distinctive. The natural voids and checks characteristic of this individual piece of Texas mesquite were carefully filled with epoxy, preserving the wood's distinctive character while creating a finished serving surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngraved along the serving surface is Colossians 3:23, a reflection of one of the principles behind our family workshop: \u003cem\u003e“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse is permanently engraved with the Shephard \u0026amp; Sons Woodworking maker's mark, its Flight Collection designation, \u003cstrong\u003eMallard No. 002\u003c\/strong\u003e, and its Texas mesquite provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Flight Collection No. 002\u003cbr\u003e• One-of-a-kind numbered piece\u003cbr\u003e• Texas-grown mesquite\u003cbr\u003e• Approximately 18\" long × 9 5\/8\" wide × 3\/4\" thick\u003cbr\u003e• Approximately 3 lb. 2 oz.\u003cbr\u003e• Mallard design incorporated into the board and handle\u003cbr\u003e• Detailed laser engraving\u003cbr\u003e• Natural voids and cracks selectively filled with epoxy\u003cbr\u003e• Hand finished with food-safe mineral oil\u003cbr\u003e• Colossians 3:23 engraving\u003cbr\u003e• Shephard \u0026amp; Sons maker's mark and collection number permanently engraved on reverse\u003cbr\u003e• Handcrafted in Texas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYou are purchasing the exact board shown in the photographs.\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural grain, coloration, knots, voids and other variations are characteristics of this individual piece and are part of what makes No. 002 unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly one Flight Collection No. 002 exists. 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Detailed engraving across the wings, body and head gives the mallard remarkable depth while allowing the natural grain and character of the mesquite to remain central to the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis individual piece was crafted from Texas-grown mesquite selected for its striking grain and natural color variation. A contrasting sweep of lighter wood follows the lower edge of the board, creating a natural border beneath the rich brown heartwood. 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