As far as his "shade" comment, I just consider the source. I've got thick skin, none of these Smith Boys are tough enough to get under it.
I do wish him well in the sandpit though, I wouldn't want my worst enemy to suffer that.
I've sold my Smith guns, I had a couple but my Parkers just didn't feel right with them in the gun closet. They kind of squawk about the Churchill but it's bigger than they are.