I have a HF Lewis gun I got when scifire first offered them because it's one of the real world guns that you are just not likely to find a deac or parts kit for and I wanted one in my collection.
I have a real (deac) MG15, MG34, Sterling and missed out recently on one of the mg42/53 parts sets (still looking).
When I ordered my HF Lewis I too was hoping they would do the finish/woodgrain on it and was willing to pay the little extra that was quoted but in the end after some shipping issues I got it without the finish.
to cut this rambling comment short I'll just say that while yes shipping delays do tend to be the norm when ordering, the product is accurate to an original gun, unique, and you'll be happy with it when you get it.
my .02
Steven