Good timing Trevor! The new shape/mould is finally done and I can fully start on this one...
Here's the wood for this build...
Preparing the center section of the back...
For the style of rosette I'm planning for this build I install it in several stages. Here I've put in the radial wenge for the main part of the rosette with radial zebrawood for the soundhole binding...
Next, I route out channels for the radial zebrawood that will surround the wenge...
Today I'll finish up joining the back sections, install the rest of the rosette, and hopefully get started on bracing! Busy busy day ahead....
Mike