Thanks, everyone, for the input. I agree that a trip to China would be the best option so I could inspect the factory and observe operations first hand. I'm not sure how it will work out but if he comes to the USA I'll ask him to make a video of the process---how the base is sized, the knotting process, the quality inspecttions, etc. And if I end up going to China I'll make my own video. Either way I'll have something to post on the website and share with everyone. Again, thanks.
Regards,
John