Slow 'service' on Lami. warrenty rather
surprises me. I've busted two of their rods in history (both 'drift rods' ) and stopped by their factory location in Woodland, WA. In both cases the fellow asked me if I'd like to replace the 'rod in kind,' or choose a different rod. (Actually did one of each)
Whole 'transaction' couldn't have taken 5 minutes. I suspect (post above says you're good to go) that a call to them would have taken care of the 'problem' asap. Good folks, who've been around for 20 years, or more, to my knowledge.
You don't get that kind of "longevity" with out backing your play.
fae