I decided to use the Wilkinson bridge after all. My biggest concern was one aspect about the stud placement. Sometimes they are angled, sometimes they're not. With an adjustable bridge, I don't need to worry about it.

I am using this idea for my Pickguard and control plate...



Bought all the finishing supplies I need. The Tru-Oil kit has all sorts of stuff. Sandpaper, cloths, etc to finish the guitar. I just happen to have Titebond II on hand as well..



Glued and clamped it up for overnight drying before I attempt filling in the grain and finishing it....