This might be No True Scotsman, but it doesn't sound like you are a "finger gunner" after all. After (fairly) long time in the industry, it seems to come down

This might be No True Scotsman, but it doesn't sound like you are a "finger gunner" after all. After (fairly) long time in the industry, it seems to come down to: - understanding what one's clients need (not what they ask for) - understanding what's in the realm of the possible (technically, politically, organizationally) - understanding what are the possible futures (good, great, and abject disaster) If, after answering all those questions, one still advocating for a rewrite, you've shown the maturity needed to undertake the effort. "Finger-gunning" is usually related to skipping those steps, not the ultimate decision. (edit for formatting)