Wow, Thanks for the welcome! Ok, I feel better now, but let me comment on some of the responses. I'm glad to hear about the "dirty" talk... I own a couple of Colts as well. None of my guns are safe queens. I shoot every one of them when I get the chance. I did get away from shooting for a few years, but now go to the range about once a week. Regarding being anal... OK, I admit it! But it has been a few years since I did any buying or shooting, (life got in the way...) the subject of the 29/629 trade popped back into my head. I have always bought the best quality pieces I could afford, and don't like wasting money. Thanks again for all the responses and welcomes!