Gnoahh: I agree with your contention 100%.
Yesterday I looked at an original and 98% Smith & Wesson K-22 Masteriece (Post War K-22 3rd Model) also known as the Pre-17.
This wonderful pistol is being offered at $1,099.00 and is on consignment at a LGS.
But the quality and fit and finish of this nifty 4" barreled pistol just made me happy to be handling and contemplating buying it.
IIRC the price tag referred to 1952 manufacture.
Anyone interested in it - SAVE ME by buying it - P/M me for shop info.
Hold into the wind
VarmintGuy
