First, let me start by admitting I'm a total beginner. I've been reading Courtnall's book and can't quite understand how the right neck angle is accomplished. I see where the solera has a relief of 3mm which would raise or create a forward tilt on the neck (flamenco), but I don't see when building the neck that the slot for the sides or the reduction of the soundboard platform allows for the forward tilt. Wouldn't the top and neck go back to a straight line after removing from the solera? What keeps the angle in place?
Thanks and sorry for asking what is obviously a very basic question for all.