I wonder if some of it doesn't stem from the assumption that everyone is going to replace everything possible with all of the after-market parts that are going to turn it into a super-duper, customized, "personal firearm" anyway, so why bother.

Not a real member - just an ordinary guy who appreciates being able to hang around and say something once in awhile.

Happily Trapped In the Past (Thanks, Joe)

Not only a less than minimally educated person, but stupid and out of touch as well.