Quoted from Rick432:I realize i'm pouring kerosene on the fire by asking... But wasn't stuff like this involving LOTR LE among the reasons behind the falling out between Jack and Gary? Or am I misinformed (seriously asking... Not sarcasm.)?
When Jack was not a pinball manufacturer and was just selling pinballs, he had a business office and a warehouse, he had tangible and reliable inventory, reliable pricing, and an excellent customer service. He had a good, legitimate, and reliable business with excellent reputation, not just a phone line and a website with unfulfilled promises. He answered his calls personally and saw to it personally that his customers received what they were promised and what they had paid for. Jack is still the same guy today, for those who do not know or with failing memories.
As for everything else, you can assess and evaluate the events/cast of characters within context and come to your own conclusions.