Okay, I gotta step up here and defend Mike. I'm sure he was kidding. He's off the board for the time being and can't respond but I'm wondering why you would wait a year to respond to this post? His post was praising your work and your efforts and you took offense at a slight that wasn't intended. On Mike's behalf I'll apologize for any unintended offense but really, isn't this over-reacting a bit?

: Hi folks,

: Just for the record.
: I never ever have refused to share the source of my brass hatch lids,or any
: other information. I must say that I am a bit peeved, that I am accused of
: such small minded ness.
: I spend hours and answered hundreds of email inquiries regarding those brass
: fittings and other building related issues.I am proud to NOT ever hog
: information. To do so would be silly anyways, as we do live in the
: Information Age. The source is Phoenix Lock Company. I am not easily
: offended, but the writer of this post need to check his facts before
: posting nonsense and making acusations. You owe me an apology, I'd say.
: Cheers anyhow, Jurgen