@clinton thanks again. I made the box section longer at 10″ (as my blank is thicker) and that’s really worked.

A table saw is on my list, but it will take a while to get to.
Cheers

@brie that sounds like a plan! When I did my bad thing, I didn’t want to change the shape of the body, but reshaping is always an option. @nsj is correct and has much more experience than me, I just…   Read more»

@brie, I feel you you, man! I had a router booboo at a similar point. Although your area is larger, I’m not certain if the tear out is any deeper than mine?

I filled the hole with mahogany wood…   Read more»

@clinton superb, much neater then mine!
Thanks for your help.

Hi @clinton, thanks for the reply. Have you made this jig too? I did think the thickness of the piece would have an effect, but didn’t think it would be that much – shows what an idiot I am! I’ve…   Read more»

@tv101 thanks! 
I’ll look into changing my username too 

@sanjeevmansotra thank you for your kind comments!

@brie thanks Brian. I’ve found the whole process so much fun albeit with a step learning curve!
It’s not perfect, but what I learnt from making the mistakes and how to rectify them is invaluable.
Do it, man, it will be great!

@swepri thanks! It’s been an excellent learning opportunity too. Onwards to the next build!