After reading all the unkind comments that Japle received, it would seem that if one is dane to actually make a negative report (positive ones are never so treated), one can expect to be set upon with a vengeance. Keep in mind here folks, Japle is the harmed party. He paid his money, he did not get what he paid for. Considering the potential result of the thin cylinder walls, Smith & Wesson should have demonstrated a more appropriate and timely response to the issue. Mr. Japle did nothing wrong...S&W and Company did. Stop alibiing for them, people.