Yes, Mr.Beaver Felton at Bass Central (great guy to deal with) ordered this from the factory earlier this year, and received it, I believe, in late October.I checked the price of November's featured custom at Ed Roman's, but I would have to mortgage everything I own (plus my firstborn) for that one. I was going to factory-order one in early 2004, and when I saw this, my heart skipped a beat or two. Beaver spec'd this one just right, and, while still quite pricey, made it much more obtainable. They do a nice job down there......
although this might be a bit exotic for some musicians, stunning and breathtaking is the only way I can describe this combination of woods & colors. I don't know whether to play it, or frame it & hang it on the wall..................