#1 Quickdtoo please lock this thread as it serves no usefull purpose, I was angry and spouting off, my apologies.
#2 I would NOT repeat NOT pass off this problem to someone else. I would clearly state what the problem was and the price would certainly reflect the fact that there was problems! Period, end of story.
#3 I know all about RA's and shipping labels. Have YOU tried to obtain one LATELY from any firearm manufactures CS. Pulling teeth is easier. I also have no insider info concerning H-R. I just happen to know exactly who in this one case worked on the rifle. And that's all I'll say on that.