Breedlove isn't a bad option as Larry has ties with both Taylor and Breedlove, and from the ones I've played, the quality is pretty nice and similar to Taylors. With Taylors, imo you're paying for the craftsmanship, originality, quality control and the name reputation. I haven't had the luxury to try most before purchasing (as I'm in Oz) so just about all my Taylor/R Taylor purchases have been been sight unseen, but due to the quality level they've all been consistently good. Taylor's customer care is also fantastic and most here will testify to that - they actually care about you post sales. I wouldn't recommend Crafters at all as they're el cheapo. If you're looking at that price range, I'd recommend brands such as Takamine before Crafter. At the end of the day, it really comes down to which YOU personally like as beauty and tone really is in the eye (and ear) of the beholder.
From what you've written, sounds like you're after a GA or GS shaped body.
Good luck with it D
reags