This is a good representation of my approach to detail and decoration. I prefer to spend the time on parts that make a better guitar, not to simply add unnecessary decoration.

As a general rule, I don’t like to use “end grafts”  or “wedges” at the bottom  joint between the two sides. I know lots of makers always use them, often along with extra inlays to “add value” and as a mark of their “skill”, but as with lots of other things, I don’t see it that way. The end graft is a piece of wood that is fitted into the gap between the ends of the sides when the sides are placed in the mould. I don’t want to have a gap!  Also, I don’t want to see unnecessary adornment, I’d rather allow the customer to see the joint and keep everything simple.  Adding a colourful inlay line is about as far as I like to go.