I cut the router template out using a jig saw, this took about 10 minutes. Sanding it smooth and getting the edges square whilst keeping the shape right? That took about two hours!
The body plank ready for rough cutting out. I don't need to worry about the knot as it doesn't go all the way through and will be removed with the router.
Rough shape cut out, now to screw on the template and let the router do the neat work.
Template screwed in place, now for the router - this is the first time I've ever used a router...
Drilling out the acoustic chamber, this removes a lot of wood very quickly and makes the routing a lot easier.
Routing done, didn't go exactly to plan. I got a little bit of tear out and also managed to wobble a bit in a few places. I future I will probably make two templates, one for the outside and one for inside that way there router will have a bigger surface to sit on and be more stable. Still it's the first time I've used a router so not too bad, and certainly nothing a little filler wont fix!
