Yes it is, but if he really wants to find it, he will. I wonder if he will even see this, seeing how he wants replies in email...
Bid online, or go to an Electronic games store, which may be able to order you the game depending on the store, but you might find it sitting in a hopper. You never know where those games turn up. Then again, you could ask for someone around here to sell you a copy. Heh, good luck, soldier.