I don't usually get involved with these types of discussions which tend to become negative and unproductive for our hobby. But I thought I should chime in on Ken's behalf because a few years ago I sent him a carb and it came back in excellent condition and I was very pleased with the quality and my car purred like a kitten with that carb. I saw no signs of "silver paint" or shoddy workmanship. Later I sent him a fuel pump and, it too, came back in excellent condition. I was very pleased with Ken's work.
I recently got a rebuilt carb from CharlieNY and, it too, is of the utmost quality and works perfectly.
I think both these fellows are true craftsmen and would recommend either of them. Doug.