What does it mean when the outfitter refuse to give you with a list of references?

[siml]

@Foxi You need to post more often

 

[gordon kings langley]

Publish his name and details. And walk away

 

[tarbe]

it's ok,be reassured.
Look at him, then you know .View attachment 202305

The tracker/skinner seems ok.

 

[Shootist43]

It could mean that he doesn't need "your business." I'd walk away and find someone who does.

 

[BRICKBURN]

Sorry, but the obvious answer is "BOTH".

He was dodging.

Edit: further to this line of thinking....if I want to know how the skinner, cook, tracker and maid are, do I need to specify?

Seems to me a reference will potentially address every aspect of the operation...they are inseparable and all important.

Different strokes. I give the guy the benefit of the doubt.
(Language, technology, time zones, culture)

If he's dodging, you will find out soon enough. If no answer is forthcoming with his "different lists" then you know what you have: A bullshit answer/non-answer that will have the OP heading over the horizon to a more reputable, forthcoming Outfitter.