Tarawa:

My frustration is that EAA didn't keep the whole pile and simply improve them a bit, meaning only that they needed a bit better QC in the regulation department.

Also, remember when EAA listed 7.62x54R {the best and most practical caliber for North American hunting with a double or combo in my opinion} among many others that never saw the light of day?

I'd like to see a double in 9.3x74R and a combo in the same caliber with either 12 or 20 bore tube above would tempt me beyond resistance I do believe.

No need to hang you head. Just post pix of a full game pole and that'll shut up the nay sayers!