I might point out…. In those shots you can really see how very little of the veneer needs to be closely matched for the book matched look…. Most is covered by the Pickguard….so unless you’re going for a No PG look…. Don’t go crazy matching what is going to be routed away..
Now is a good time to drill the wiring channels..
Just be very careful the wood is very thin here and it’s quite easy to punch through to the back side….
And I forgot to photograph it…. The relief inside the jack rout for the phone jack..
Ron Kirn