Campo, You are the bigger man for it. It stinks the way it happened for you but I'm glad to hear about the response from TC. I gota limited editionencore back in the fallandwhen I got it, itwas a sealed packagebut when I opened it the front forend was ever so slightly dented. I called TC and theytold me NO problem just mail it back to them and they would replace it no questions asked. Iknow thisis a little different of a situation but it might bring you some peace to know that you purchased a firearm that stands behind their prodcut and this is one of the benefits thatgoes along withthe fine craftsmanship they provide.I'm sure if TC can help you in anyway they will do thier best. Keep us posted I'd like to hear the outcome. Good Luck