Miller,
There comes a point when a craftsman is not in need of all the work he can get. There are a few gunsmiths who are at this point, who can afford to be selective about what they undertake. To the few who have made it, I begrudge them nothing, they are at a point where art, skill, and the ability to do consistent excellent work have given them that luxury .
You know who they are. They dont need you. They can undertake what they choose.
If what you are bringing isnt what they are interested in doing, so be it. Nobody has a gun to my head to bring it to them, and if they are at a high enough level to be selective about what they do, good for them.
Id rather have them tell me they arent interested in my project, then to have them price it at three times what it should cost, in hopes Ill go away.
Best,
Ted
