one would re-open the re-exam request when it is close to being rejected, for the following reasons

1. the requesters fears that the initial rejected will be reversed
2. he feels strongly about the prospect of re-certification/ratification upon appeal
3. he stands to lose a lot of money upon ratification
4. he is guilty of violating the patent

This is a delaying tactic. It actually bolsters our case for appeal. That there is strong suspicion of the examiner's error advertently or inadvertently