I found a local maker when he was first really getting going. I've always got something on order with him, and never get impatient for a turn around time. It's gotten me a really nice custom collection tailored to me and my tastes perfectly at a bargain compared to what the blades like this should cost. Made a post here late last year if your interested:

What got me into customs blades..

Like I've seen repeated over and over "just buy what he likes."