Without a photo of yours pre-stained I can't comment on comparisons. Mine had hard and soft grain lines on the top (see blue X's in photo) creating a challenge when attempting to sand flat. I agree re your comment "satisfaction per $ ratio", I enjoyed the trip and am considering doing another resonator some time. Before that it's just about time to assemble a 12 string Tele at hand for the long suffering wife.
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