For those of you who may be familiar with the Piekiel banjo rim - The ownership and production has been purchased by Dave Fox of Hog Fiddles and Such, North Brookfield, NY. Dave has been building appalachian dulcimers, banjos, and mandolins for almost 15 years. All of the rim-making materials have been relocated, and rims will become available once things are set up and become operational again.
In the near future I will post a more in-depth description of the Fox - Piekiel Banjo RIm for those who may not be familiar with this unique process.