well, there is no shortage of opinions on this topic. I thank all of you for your feedback. I will wait for the gunsmith's report on the gun and go from there. I have a hard time believing that the maker would have spent so much time on the quality of the wood, engraving and fit only to put such poor workmanship into the action. However, I have not seen inside the gun so I will wait to hear. I will, however, keep my fingers crossed that the gun is solid as it is a very handsome one for sure. I have been looking for an AYA#2 but have found none that were in good shape with quality wood.