i think its the right choice, i have said before ian struck me as more of a strat man - even if he had just sold off a strat at the time ;) i am also happy the esquire is staying as it is, ian and i discussed some possible mods and wiring schemes and even hadd a lesson or two on series vs parallel wiring, but its so nice stock that i think it deserves to stay that way (dont be getting ideas dave!!)
brazilian rosewood neck blanks - if i come across one i am happy to use I will hold onto it (probably would anyway). i do have some exotic blanks for fender style necks but would have to scarf for a PRS style angled headstock, not really an issue but when building out of these types of wood i like things as simple as possible. the main issue is the size needed and the amount i have to waste for a PRS style neck, then finding a piece that size that is good enough quality for me to want to use it... its a mine field!!
