[Highsmith]

Per your suggestions, I called Earth Tools and talked with Joel today. Got my questions answered between numerous holds (that is one busy place). I hope to be able to place an order soon.
One thing Joel said that may be of interest to the group: BCS Italy and BCS America will have a new contract on August 1, 2008. They sign one year contracts and the next one may cause the cost of the machines to go higher in about 6 weeks. So if you want one, get one before August.