Hi Richard,
As one who has also been extremely fortunate with having microfilmed church records available to me, I understand the issues you speak about regarding the condition of the record books, and how pages are not only mixed up but also missing. It certainly is an issue, but frankly, like you I am sure, I am just thankful we even have church records available!
I really, though, wanted to take a minute to say thanks for your great explanation of the page numbering for the metrical books and the realities of what one can expect to find. You have done a great job of explaining all!
Regards, Karen