Wow. I read that entire thread and would have been very pissed off if that happened to me. The damage to their reputation will cost them a lot more $$ then just making it right with the guy...
If you want to send me some pictures, I might be able to help you out, most any thing can be repaired with micro welding and some careful tool work.I hate to see a once great rifle ruined. The re bluing would be one you.