The last 2 bamboo rods were built on his blanks. They are like you said a great deal especially if you catch him when hes running a special. I will be going back to him again. He is an awesome person to deal with and wont steer you in the wrong direction. I have another rod to build from one of his blanks that someone is sending me to finish out. Cant wait to see it. Its a 3/4 wt 3pc 2 tip based on a Granger taper.

Thanks for all the replies,
Richard