The best way to bypass yamamoto’s prices is to try a few different custom guys and see who’s you like better (everyone’s baits are a little different) and then buy in bulk for discount. Not sure if jake has the right set-up to do bulk runs, but he might be able to give you a good deal. I’d offer to send you some but all my bass stuff is put away for the winter.
I just might have to take you up on that offer, after you start pouring again.