Well, I’ve got some body blanks that are not particularly attractive, wood like poplar. So, when they are guitar shaped, I can make them look beautiful by adding flake and paint.

That is a very good point @boo!

So, you’re going for the natural look on your next 20-odd builds @boo?
That looks like a lot of flakes …

3.  They also produce a huge amount of shavings / cuttings.  You either need a proper extractor / collector or a large open outdoor space, where the cuttings can “disperse” (I have a photo somewhere). Photos from a few years…   Read more»

Oh… you DO remember…?

Those memories will be with me for life @e-den-hertog.
😉