If you have the option of a local builder. Go with that! It's just cool to sit down with someone and talk about what you want and have them build you a bike versus getting something that rolls off a factory in Taiwan. That's always been my hesitation with Titanium. The frame cost so much even if it is totally factory made that it's only a bit more to get a fully handbuilt bike.

If you do decide you prefer titanium you could also consider Sage Cycles Home - Sage Cycles - Titanium Bicycle Frames, Portland, Oregon they are nice looking bikes.