So tell me Jim, if someone posts a link to some fine engraving they have done, or a magnificient stock repair, etc, thus calling attention to their business, is that "looking for free advertising" too?

I believe your statement to be erroneous. No one would be allowed to mention any service they perform, or link to any product if they followed your idea. If you are not the "board policeman", or "monitor", then why insinuate that I was looking for "free advertising"? Why the concern?

"The very atmosphere of firearms everywhere restrains evil interference, they deserve a place of honor with all that is good". - George Washington