EXHIBIT 16.1
McGladrey & Pullen, LLP
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Certified Public Accountants
August 30, 2000
Securities and Exchange Commission
Washington, DC 20549
We were previously the independent accountants for Hi-Shear Technology Corp.,
and on August 1, 2000, we reported on the consolidated financial statements of
Hi-Shear Technology Corp. as of and for the two years ended May 31, 2000. On
August 25, 2000, we declined to be considered for appointment as independent
accountants of Hi-Shear Technology Corp.
We have read Hi-Shear Technology Corp.'s statements included under Item 4 of its
Form 8-K dated September 1, 2000, and we agree with such statements.
/s/ McGladrey & Pullen, LLP
McGladrey & Pullen, LLP
