I don't think Patrick is a liar but nothing material is truly certain until in hand. Since Patrick is the sole "supplier" of 3.38 gears in today's world where are your options but to wait?
He knows the demand and wants them worse than we do since he puts food on his table by supplying us with parts for our toys.
He previously counted on others to supply them but he has taken over and having them made personally. He received prototypes which were fully tested and approved. The order was placed for production quantities which his manufacturer has committed to ship so they will be on Patrick's shelf on 15 July.
