While we are on the subject of crappy service, I have to condense my story about treatment in SOME gun shops. Way back in the mid 50's, because of my love of firearms, I joined the Army to get the training to be a Small Arms Repairman. I did attend the Small Arms Repair school at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Maryland and really enjoyed the course they provided. I did that with the thought of eventually becoming a REAL gunsmith in civilian life. The civilian thing never did materialize. Now, after seeing so damn many gunsmiths with their prima donna attitudes, when talking with potential customers, I feel fortunate that I didn't pursue that vocation because I might have turned out the same way. There are a lot of really nice/friendly gunsmiths out here however the small number of them who are condescending and look down on us folks who have only a little more than basic knowledge of firearms really stand out. Again, most of the gunsmiths I have dealt with were really regular guys and very friendly but then there are those few a--holes really stand out. OK, flame away, I have my fire retardant suit handy.