Ok folks, I have two questions that I hope you can help me with,

1. Are there any suppliers online who will cut the wood to the correct thickness before I buy it? I'm having a hell of a job cutting up big blocks of wood accurately without a band saw.

2. What is the best way to add a smooth curve to the scales? Is it just about taking your time with the sand paper? I was wondering if it would be easier to do on a belt sander.

Thanks in advance for your help!