For the price, this is an excellent box. I use it for my Apple Ultra watch bands and a few other items.The wood itself is very attractive, the burl has a lot of“pop”. This size was ideal for my use.Thuya burl has a unique odor, similar to western cedar. It’s sort of a weird odor but it’s a normal characteristic of this wood species. When you unpack this box, the unusual wood odor is normal.Be aware that because this box has a cedar like odor inside, anything you put into it, like Apple Watch bands will also smell like cedar. I found that out a few days after the box arrived.I do a lot of woodworking and have used Thuya burl for a Japanese knife handle and when it’s sanded, the smell is very pungent. The saw dust can be irritating to some but as solid wood it’s fine.The high gloss finish is well done. The inside of the box is unfinished, hence the wood odor so be aware of the cedar scent.The thin lid hinges appear to be dark brass.For the money, this is a top rate accessory box. Hope that helps.