I can't understand why there aren't more people breeding them !!! They are so hard to find and like you said, once available, they sell out FAST.
They are such fun and lovely snakes, too, so easy to keep. Unless the house is real cold, you don't even need to worry about heating or a thermostat. A bit of light to light up the cage is all that is needed, they will go bask under it if they want it warmer. If anything, they shouldn't be kept to warm.
They are usually hanging out, watching what is going on. Not hard on the eyes once they grow up, either. I believe I have heard of albinos, too.
You should try to get a pair and breed them eventually so more of us can get them
Have you asked whether he can hold one for you ?