Had not heard that, Ted, and sorry to have it confirmed.

As Darne fanciers know, Darne owner Herve Bruchet sold out last year to a French holding company that groups high end products of French craftsmen. They kept Herve who has, in my own experience, proved a doubtful heir to his late father's vision and technical expertise.

We'll see if the holding company really wants to be active in the U.S. market...

Regards, Tim