I haven't posted on NE much here anymore, but reading this post made me want to post something.

These pictures actually made me feel sick in the stomach, literally. I've not got much money and if I had saved up for years and received this in the post, I think I'd have to calm down for a few days first before I contacted this supposed gunsmith. Asking for you money back is just the beginning here I think, how the hell do you trust any gunsmith from then on?

My sincere condolences to you, Mauser 416.

Regards,
David.