In all seriousness, I've had shock buffers get old and shred inside my gun, which is very bad.  I will say I don't think it was Wilson brand Shok Buffs.  for the forum's information, several companies make shock buffers these days, and they are not all created alike.  I don't think I've ever had a problem with Wilson buffs specifically.  But I do think it's important to follow Wilson's instructions on replacing the buffers according to a rounds-fired time period.  This is not a problem for someone who is diligent in keeping round counts.  This could well be a problem for someone who doesn't keep round counts.  Shredded bits of rubbery/nylon/synthetic/whatever material throughout one's pistol is a bear to clean out.

Of course buffers do create others minor issues, like the inability to slingshot the slide, and if that is one's preferred method of racking it that can be a problem.  If someone decides to simply start using the slide stop because of this, they need to work on this frequently because they are undoing muscle memory and rebuilding a different type of muscle memory.  It doesn't matter much on the practice range, but if these pistols are used in competition, or more importantly, for self-defense, changing the way one racks the slide is a big deal until you re-commit your method to an automatic thing.

As to the Wilson product, I know they like to sell "packages," but I am not a fan of full-length guide rods and such.  Full length guide rods add nothing to a pistol.

Okay, I've blathered my two cents worth; I'll shut up now.