The headstock is a great shape too. I'm happy you've been able to find a solution with the tuners. You're aware of my headaches with my VI project re: headstock and turners.
The bridge looks great too. I keep rolling the idea of replacing my bridge around in my head. My biggest motivator is to have all-black hardware, so It's not entirely necessary.
I'm interested to see how this build turns out! So happy you're back on the VI train.
How's your flop-factor with the strings? Are you able to compare it to that of a normal bass? I have 100 gauge strings on mine and....it's still a little floppy. Still not as ass-tastic as I was hoping. Play's great though. Tons of fun.
We've stumbled upon a fin little niche, my friend.