I got a call today from Kerby Smith, the director of communications and public relations for Para Ordinance Firearms; he called to follow up on Damsel’s Warthog. Kerby arranged a factory return for the pistol after learning about the problems Damsel was having with it.
We talked about several issues concerning short-barrel .45s. We touched on the topics of lube and maintenance, ammunition, shooting procedures and what to do when you get a misfeed. Kerby seemed to be very knowledgeable about his product line and offered suggestions for us to get the best performance from the Warthog.
I have to say that the Warthog requires a little more in the way of TLC, but it is a very nice gun and Damsel loves it in spite of its history. I also have to say that I’m very impressed with Para’s support of their products and the lengths to which Kerby Smith went to make sure Damsel would be happy with the pistol.
Kerby mentioned that he will be participating in the Para-sponsored Bloggers event at Blackwater where Michael Bane, Ahab, Robb Allen, Sebastian, Say Uncle and others are headed this weekend. Have fun, guys and gals, shooting those Para Pistols.
If you think Kerby is knowledgeable about the guns he sells, you should see the son of a gun shoot them.
He’s good. He’s reeeeeeally good. One of those kinds of guys you feel embarrassed to shoot next to.
I’m going to talk to Kerby next week. I’ll be sure to mention the blogger event and the respect he gained from the participants. Thanks for the insight. Damsel and I vicariously enjoyed the pictures and videos you guys put on the web.