I realize this about the pickguard Dave. Since my desire wasn't to completely replicate the style of an LP Jr, I was willing to make a concession in regards to the pickguard shape so it balances better with the Thunderbird pickup's location. The design is inspired by elements of the Thunderbird, LPB-1 and Les Paul Jr. TV model guitar resulting in style all of it's own. I could have replicated the LP Jr. pickguard but then it would have ended up bisecting the pickup instead of encompassing it. I prefer the latter so that the routing for the pickup cavity doesn't show. If you'd like to make your own suggestion, I'd be welcome to consider it.