Arrived, Brand spanking new, so new in fact that after trying to break it in the extractor was chomping off the rims of my ammunition ( yes it was brass cased). The furniture on the rifle is great though, the battle ax stock is a solid number, with a steel plate and much needed storage inside. as far as the American Built handguard; i could live without it but it is stil very comfortable and ergonomic. i would most definitely recommend this rifle. will order from Buds again!