First off, I wouldn't send anything without the barrel, this way you know it's right. Is it that imperative you need it before dixon's fair? Sometimes these guys get backed up and Dave K is a one man shop. Plus you got all these shows in the summer and guys get a lot of work there, let alone the time away from the shop going to them. From what I hear everybody is backed up that I would reccomend. Give Dave time, he'll get it done. Better send a couple stocks and barrels, this way you'll always have one ready to go when the last gun is completed, no waiting!