I would say that my philosophy is somewhat like that of John Mann. If I see even a part of a gun that is well done but obviously headed to the scrape heap I will at least try to $ acquire it. Chances are that I will never use the acquisition but at least for awhile it will still exist and perhaps someone with the $ to refurbish the "gun" will appreciate the time and talent spent on it in the past. I have a few "non" shooters in my "collection" and having them dosen't lessen my appreciation of them.--- John Can.