I totally disagree with the statement above.I have fired several vanguards,howas,s&w 1500's,mossberg 1500's(all the same rifle) and all displayed comparable fit and finish and all showed similar accuracy.Having the weatherby name stamped on the receiver does not make the vanguard a better rifle.In Fact the most accurate howa made rifle that I have fired was a smith&wesson 1500varmint in .223.It averaged 1/2" groups and was easily the most accurate factory rifle that I have owned.