Those prices for the RX-7+ and RX-8+ from Hook and Hackle are great. IMHO these are the two best blanks on the market. I have an RX-7+ 5wt and an RX-8+ 8wt and I'm currently building an RX-7+ 6wt. I too have purchased a lot from Hook and Hackle, though their service can be a challenge at times.