So smooth, it just slid on over to carving without me catching it first:

 

 

  It hasn't been carved yet, as you can see there's lots of wood to remove and sculpt. But it's already looking pretty!

WOW! Rosewood is beautiful...very cool. Thank you for the pictures!
                                                            john

That will be a spectacular bass.  Love the Rosewood.

Very nice Rosewood!!

Now routed, and back in carving for the details:

 

Sure is fun to watch..It's gonna be an awesome bass. Thanks for the pictures.     john

That laminate really shows off the detail of the carving, awesome. Shannon

Just about ready for the rub out:

The Rosewood sure has a rich look. So glad i chose it. Thanks for the pictures. john

yeah its a great slab of wood, the sandwich looks great too.
That's sure to be one to keep.
Jazzyvee

chocolate heaven

You have got a real beauty there John.  Congratulations!
 
Carl

Rubbed and soon to be buffed:

looking good! Thanks.  john

That's really a handsome instrument.  What an unusual, and attractive choice.