There are multiple 11-hole layouts, complicating fitment; some owners leave one hole unused if others align well.

Modifying the pickguard near the neck heel and bridge may be necessary for proper fit on non-Fender guitars, using a file for adjustments.

Pilot holes will likely need to be drilled for screw alignment when fitting a Fender pickguard on a Silvertone S-type guitar.

Customizable pickguards from Warmoth allow buyers to choose specific hole placements to match their guitar's body.

Vinyl wrapping a guitar pickguard is considered challenging, with concerns about achieving a smooth application on curved surfaces.

Some owners recommend filling and re-drilling holes for a perfect fit, using toothpicks and wood glue for previous placements.

Owners experience difficulty finding HSS pickguards with 3 humbucker mount holes, suggesting custom drilling as a solution.

The screw placement on modern vs. vintage 11-hole pickguards differs, particularly near the middle pickup.

It's noted that some S-type guitars have different pickguard shapes below the knobs, complicating direct swaps with standard Stratocaster pickguards.

WD Music provides model-specific pickguards that fit well, often recommended by satisfied users.