Stylus replacement for Shure V-15 v MR


Hi All, I have two Shure V-15vMR cartridges that, like many, need new stylus. Question is: send in to Soundsmith for a re-tip and if so where is the "sweet spot" value wise of their three levels of service? Know each level provides a better end product but enough to justify the expense? Any opinions?

Also, any opinions on the Saunders replacement stylus that is now being marketed at very reasonable price ($79) Is this close enough in sound given the substantial savings?

Lastly, is the V-15 reputation more myth than material. I know it is a very good cartridge, but is it better to just invest the same amount of money into another make/model?

Any opinions greatly appreciated before I decide on a path to take in bringing these back to life.
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I love Soundsmith, but in this case I'd go for a JICO/SAS stylus assembly. I hope someone here can provide a link.
I second the Jico, which I installed on the RatShack version of the V15. Also, it is rumored that a Chinese knockoff of the V-15 is coming.