I'm really glad I joined NitroExpress. You guys are really giving me some great feedback. I've recently been tempted to purchase what I consider excellent deals; a Merkel .500 w/left hand stock for $10K (reason for the Boddington comment) and a .470 Heym "Safari" w/cast neutral stock for $12K (The "Safari" is currently retailing for $22K). My final option is ordering a V-C .500 w/cast neutral stock, but custom made to my physical dimensions. My V-C dealer is returning from Africa next week and has all my information. I think that's the way I'm leaning, although that Heym is weighing heavy on my mind.