Tks Stan,
I'd say I'll have this together soon. It's only a matter of finding the time to get it done.
a few more layers of Minwax on the top then the sides and back.
Minwax requires a minimum of 3 hour between coats, so you can't really do both sides in one hit.
It needs to sit firm and flat so you can wipe it on. so at least a week before I glue the neck in. than onto the fitting out.
I'm still waiting on that slow boat from China to arive. and one from Philladelphia... the fish eye truss cover.

PK