Thank You! ... There really is no easy way around a Reliable, accurate, & functioning double that still holds some residual value after research. The S2 is out, particularly after reading the above as some claimed they really liked its functionality, accuracy, wouldn't shoot loose, etc. None the less, manual re cocking, a hood that extends over the breech without ejectors is a bust. A Merkel was considered but let go as well. Chris @ Heym spent a great deal of time with me going over the basics and was a wealth of information!

Idk if anyone is versed with VC's, as their beautiful builds undoubtedly but that maybe another thread all together. What's difficult, is not seeing/shouldering these in person before considering investing a great deal of cost.

Thank You. Regards, Dan.