Brian, the problem is your premise number 2 is just not right. It is not a very small percentage that are dissatisfied.

As somebody without it, a dog in this fight, I have seen this company discussed many times in many places by knowledgeable people with exactly the same results: Large numbers of incredibly loyal fans as well as substantial numbers of incredibly angry and unhappy former customers. I believe both sides. I do not think I have ever seen another company with a reputation as divided as this one.

I find such discussions valuable, as at one time, I was considering one of their guns. Now, I will only buy one if I know something of the history of the particular gun or go to their shop to buy one a new one directly.

One should never discourage honest and firsthand experiences.

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BrentD, (Professor - just for Stan)
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