You want to make sure that which ever wood you use is well seasoned or stabilized. If the wood is still shifting whilst seasoning you will end up starting all over again.
Have a scout around there are plenty of suppliers selling scales or ask a few of the makers on here, they are only cheap and it saves you having to wait for fresh wood to season.
Have a scout around there are plenty of suppliers selling scales or ask a few of the makers on here, they are only cheap and it saves you having to wait for fresh wood to season.