Well...I got a line on a new machinist from Gary....sounds promising. My old boss "Frenchie" as we called him behind his back (He's from France) had started 12-15 8 string bass bridges with 60's T bird style 8 string tailpieces...he totally blew me off...I Just started doing some freelance model making so as soon as I get a chance...I need to try this new guy out!