I just started making my first set of scales from the "mystery wood" I got at a dollar bin in a clothing store, which may or may not be "sheesham" wood. The only tool I have to cut the wood into scales with is an electric jig saw that I purchased today, which isn't exactly the optimal tool for that job. When I can afford it, I will buy me a cheap hobby band saw instead.

The first set of scales will probably look like crap, since I wasn't used to the saw and made crooked cuts. At least it's good practice for the next set. I'll be using a white plastic wedge which I formed with a file. The plastic came from an ice scraper for windshields which I happened to have.

I'll post pictures when I've finished the scales and mounted the blade in them.

/Nicholas