Sorry, but this is the real world. For example, AMU reloads 6mm BR (and a whole lot more!), 5SFG(A) does other things, NSWC-CRANE contracts for even other types of interesting Class V. It goes on and on. Once limited fielding gets to a certain level, Picatinny (PMSA, JSSAP and others), step in with a contract solicitation or sole source award for a given stockage level. This is how it works. This is what I do. Having said that, there are definite limits on whatever esoteric items the SOF community can order in any density. It is not like the very abused system existing up till the early 90s that you allude to. This is where today's system of flexible program management based on operator input is proving vital. In a sense, that's why I'm here. Is the fog lifting? I'm here for your ideas -- nothing more. Otherwise, time to bid this forum adieu. Thought I would get significantly more enlightened and articulate responses.