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Life would be far simpler with either a Mustang 90 or a modern Duo-Sonic. Pre-owned prices should prove more acceptable than MSRP.
Jaguars have comparatively big heavy bodies so I would avoid them for someone young.
"Take these three items, some WD-40, a vise grip, and a roll of duct tape. Any man worth his salt can fix almost any problem with this stuff alone." - Walt Kowalski
"Only two things are infinite - the universe, and human stupidity. And I'm not sure about the universe." - Albert Einstein
Agreed on the Jaguar body size, too
Detune one of your guitars by one or two semitones and then put a capo on first or second fret accordingly. This will be so close to short scale as makes no difference.
I think for the sprog, having the right fret-markings will be important but I can try him with it.
I've also owned a bullet Mustang, and they are smaller, lighter and thinner, but very basic. Great for modding, but I personally disliked the 12" radius and flat neck profile.
I'd suggest trying out a Squier Classic Vibe (or the superior, but no longer in production Vintage Modified) Mustang and seeing how you feel.
Classic Vibe style quality and price point (used) is fine, as it's not especially valuable if he damages it, it's a platform for future modding if he sticks with it, and if I resell I won't lose a ton.
I have played the Vintage Modified Mustang and I liked it myself. My recollection is that the neck is quite chunky (a plus for me, not a plus for Mr 11 Year Old) but that it was a solid guitar.
The short scale Cutlass, or a Duo-sonic or Squier VM or Classic Vibe mustang are quite promising. I didn't know about the Cutlass.