J.L. Lawson Spin Tray

To get the most out of your top, you need a good spinning surface. This spin tray by J.L. Lawson is just that. On top, the tray is lined with perforated wool, the perfect place to store your top collection. Beneath is a hidden cutout containing a concave glass spinning surface—simply slide it out when it’s time to spin. Made from 6061 aluminum with a sleek black coating, the tray weighs nearly a pound, so it won’t budge when placed on your desktop, coffee table, or end table.

For Anthony Lawson, machining is a family affair. His grandfather—the namesake of J.L. Lawson & Co.—opened his first machine shop in 1950. Without the assistance of CNC computer technology, he taught the craft of hand-machining to his three sons. Today, under the guidance of his father, Anthony is learning the trade himself. J.L. Lawson & Co. produces not just tops but also beads, corkscrews, bottle openers, and other finely crafted metal goods to be passed down for generations.