I've dealt with George Caswell several times in the past and I'm not surprised with his "beyond the call of duty" reaction to this incident. I'm going to make a mental note to first look at his wares before I buy any rifle in the future. What a guy!

CFA, I hope you find something from the fellow that Mark is helping you with (He called me yesterday for the telephone number, etc). My suggestion is to spend 10 to 12K on a quality .450/.400 to use for now, put the rest of the money in the bank and get you another H&H when you find the perfect one. You'll always get your money out of the .450/.400.

Tony, I can't imagine how you felt when the gun blew. I was once training a friends lab puppy when it jumped up a deer and ran in front of a truck.... You just want to blame yourself, regardless of the reason. Thank God for guys like George and CFA who understand that these things just happen!

See ya'll at Raggedy Ass Creek!