Although I haven't done a lot, I've done some research on the net and haven't found anyone badmouthing Mcwhorter or his rifles. In and of itself that speaks volumes. There aren't any world class gunsmiths where I live. I don't wish to wait a couple of years, or even one to receive a rifle. I am looking at Ed Brown, Dakota, Mcmillan, Borden, and of course Mr. Mcwhorter's work. It looks to me that the alignment issues are using Borden's actions in Mcmillan stocks. This is exactly the action and stock I'd purchase. I have the same reservations that Popapi has. Fortunately I don't have to make a decison right this moment.