JohnMack:
I experienced the same issue with waiting for an Edge fly rod, its a small shop so if its not in stock their production takes a little time. Just be prepared for that.
On Edge quality, I fish with a guide who uses them exclusively. He fishes 6 days a week and his gear takes a beating, he said he has never fished a more capable/durable rod. The long spinning rods are amazing for large salmon and steelhead, big fish are no problem. Clients can break them when bent improperly, but they are easily repaired. I am told Gary Loomis has a proprietary wrapping process he uses that make them so durable.