Have you considered wood ?
Much more traditional and IMHO attractive
http://www.ironwooddesigns.com/2aprod/1zAKproduct.html
These sets need to be stained , but the whole set can be had for $100
You can also buy the pieces separately and mix and match.
And yes - you will need some U.S parts to stay legal
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