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It can be done either way but if it were me, I’d glue the neck on first and then  deal with the finish. Are you going to use different colors on the body and neck?

…and now I’m all caught up and ready for tomorrow. I heard there’s something special going on, I guess I might tune in…

I saw the mortice being cut live, that was awesome! But had to catch up later on the rest. Great job M&C!