I had a Smith model 60 that had some pushoff and the timing fixed. It cost me over $255 including the shipping. The Colt had the spring housing that holds the safety and slide lock come loose. It cost me over $125.00 for repairs and shipping. Had a Ruger Single Six that had a timing issue. Ruger replaced the gun but I had to pay shipping and transfer fees. That cost me around $65.00.I think I remember gen 3s having issues early on, I'm not completely sure on that. But I know gen 4s had problems and the "gen 5s" are having issues so far.
What repairs did you have to pay for? That's odd.