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That back is preeety. I like the red stain. Thank you for solving the mystery of the pick-guard bracket! I was also clueless when I looked at my big bag of miscellaneous hardware. The body on my kit isn't as curved as yours, I might not need it? I'll have to do some research now.
Anyways, just chiming in to offer my support to another builder mid-build! Love the violin bass. Classy. Looking good so far.