I promptly received a replacement to my damaged lamp.  The new lamp came with a defective section of the three piece stand.  The threaded end so so badly deformed it could be used.  Fortunately, I had pieced of the original lams and could make it work, albeit shorter.  I tried to contact the maker but have not had a reply.  Clearly this company has quality control issues.  Otherwise the lamps is fine and I am happy with it.