Just to clear things up a little I must admit that Michael Bane and I are friends. We have taken many opportunities to abuse each other, usually in front of other people. I think of him as an integral part of the shooting industry. Anyoine who does not know him should take any chance they have to meet him and engage him in conversation. You will find him articulate and a veritable font of knowledge. With that said, I would remind all who read this that it is still OK to abuse him at your leisure.
If there is anythng to dislike about Michael it is the fact that he too often finds good deals on desireable firearms and hoards them in his safe. He is not known to share these good deals but he will be happy to tell you about them. If you have a good deal or know of a good deal, do not let him know about it without letting the rest of us know first.
Mike