We are doing DNA testing of various Pettit lines. We have found two major differences- one is typical variations of the Western Atlantic Modal Haplotype and the other is from Norway/Norseman/Viking origins from the midlands area. There are several Holiday discounts available in two American DNA companies in effect right now- with FamilyTreeDNA and Genetrees We are looking for person who are interesting in facilitating DNA testing of representative and documented earlier Pettit lines. We are sorry to have the British company, DNAHeritage, fold under this year with whom we did our original tests. The lack of consumers in the British genealogical community has always been of concern to the proprietor. Alistair and I discussed this situation years ago. Upon closing eh company Alistair made and agreement with FamilyTreeDNA to by the company of choice to take have access to DNAheritage customers for converting thee DNA Heritage test results for continued use. At this time the Pettit DNA tests from DNAHeritage have been converted to Family Tree DNA. Any one with any interest completing DNA test is encouraged to contact us so we may help you get the best discounted price. Also any non direct line male unable to do a Pettit DNA tests can help by donating a small amount to support the project to offer a free DNA test kit to some Pettit elder whose DNA will benefit our knowledge of the linear DNA distinctions. Also other Pettit surname researchers can help by checking genealogies and locating living direct lien Pettit males or posting interest information to various lists about the Pettit DNA Project. Lineage and County co-ordinators willing to help facilitate the Pettit DNA projects are always welcome. Best regards Paul Pettit Pettit DNA Project volunteer Administrator http://www.familytreedna.com/group-join.aspx?Group=Pettit