I really learned a lot from this refinishing venture. I learned that Bearcoat does a wonderful job. I'm very happy with the way the gun looks and feels, it's much smoother now when it's racked. They did the refinish, shipped it home and insured it for $257. Another thing I liked is that the gun was only gone six days including the Labor Day holiday. I learned that UPS sucks, I won't use them again. I learned that Tracker gives GREAT advice. Good call Tracker Most of all I learned, anew, just how great you guys are, and how much I like our forum. Gene