I have to concede that from a manufacturing perspective polymer is here to stay, and it will only increase as ways are found to make even slides and barrels from the stuff (or at least, made using steel sleeves inside). Having said that however, I am first and foremost a gun enthusiast, and I'm about as attached to my Glock or Kel-Tecs as I am my toothbrush. I really hope that all-metal firearms don't die completely, because guns are fast losing their charm with me. Everything in the gun stores is flat black and made of polymer these days, and that excitement that comes from seeing a pretty polished blue finish and walnut grips or stocks is gettting harder and harder to come by.

Outdated or not, I'll keep my all-metal Smiths thank you.