i get ipac point that no one is forcing people to buy S&W firearms. however i have recently purchased 3 new S&W revolvers. i have taken transfer of 2 the third was sent back for another it was too messed up to accept. maybe they want out of the metal gun business, i dont know it just seems like qc on the revolver side is lacking. i am having a hard time accepting that my fellow american workers are at fault here. perhaps it unreasonable quota's from the company, morale, or some other problem. whatever it is smith needs to sort it out. here is a quote from their website.

Globally recognized manufacturer of quality firearms for enthusiasts, hunters, collectors and professionals; since 1852, dedicated to the tradition of quality, reliability, performance and innovation.

seems to me if you are going to talk the talk you should walk the walk.