Are there only two of us in the forum??

My collection of S&W firearms has recently been increased with a NIB I-bolt from a listing on Gunbroker..

With my being a S&W collector/stockholder, I could not pass up such a screaming deal on a 30-06 with an incredible trigger and with the awesome T/C target barrel accuracy..

Yeah, I am a fanboy..Guilty as charged.

I knew about the bolt recall, and the one I have has the punch mark on the bottom of the bolt handle, indicating factory inspection of pre-08 rifles. Any and all info as to why these sweet shooters were discontinued? Any info on the years they were manufactured?

I just would like to know more about their rise and fall..

Thank you all...