It seems to me that Rigby receives some very bad press around here. I was wondering why this is? From what I understand so far, a Rigby uses Merkel actions and Pac-Nor barrels, which is why some members believe that they should be in the same price range as Searcy's.

For example, a new Searcy deluxe with chopper lump barrels is $19,000; isn't the fit and finish of the Rigby worth and extra $4,500?