I'm trying to keep things simple and woodworking is what intimidates me the most in this project, so I'll leave the CBS headstock alone for now.
As for finishing the neck, I might also consider a couple of layers of shellac. I have a bit of blond shellac that I've been meaning to use for a while and it might just add the tint I'm looking for.
EDIT: From what I've been reading, shellac seems like a very bad idea for a first build, particularly for the neck finish.
I've also considered using the shellac in lieu of the clear coat for the body - the idea would be to test it over a couple of stain options to see if I can compensate the yellow tint with a more vibrant stain... I have a beater guitar that's stripped and just begging for a refinish, so I might experiment on that a little bit. It's a different word (poplar, if I'm not mistaken), but it might help me hone my finishing skills.
A mini-toggle in the wiring channel is a good idea! I'll grab one and see of it fits.
Last edited by davidaviola; 19-08-2021 at 04:17 AM.
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