Scott, you kind of answered you own question. You asked why make two different orientations for the guitar? In the next sentence you said "it would seem easier to form chords with the right hand and the left hand would only have to strum". I am as left handed as they get. First, it is easier to hold the guitar left handed. Second I have better coordination in my left arm and hand so it is easier to position my arm and hand to strum or pick out single notes. I happen to have more strength in my right arm and hand so it serves well to make complicated chords that are unmuffled. It is easier to make barre chords with the right hand too. Plus I can shoot a bird or a peace sign to the audience with my right hand whichever is appropriate. Ben