The firearms these men made are wonderful objects of art and beautifully functional tools. However many factory rifles today are handsome, some as handsome as the old master's. The difference is the history. Someone sweated over the inletting and getting the lines of the butt and forearm just right and each rifle is unique, often as unique and idiosyncratic as the men that made them. I want to know these men better. We all have our warts. I have friends with problems with alcohol, relationships, money, etc. But they are still friends. I feel the same about these gunsmiths. I agree with J. D., Brent, gasgunner and others and trust your instincts in the matter.

Jerry Liles