You have to remember that S&W is in the business to make money. In order to stay in business and be able to sell their product in all 50 states, they must comply with some of the draconian gun laws that exist in this country. Especially since they are based right here in the Peoples Republic of Massachusetts.
I do find it interesting though that the lock system,that some states require, is so easily removed without special tools or cutting torches. Maybe S&W isn't so dumb after all???
