I haven't heard anything negative about the Ruger American. I do however favor wood stocks over synthetic.
I have a meet this AM to pick up a Ruger American in 22 mag.
Sweet! Let me know how you like it. I have a CZ 455 now with a Nikon rimfire on top and love it although I've not had much time to choot it.
I've never read or heard anything bad about the American and pretty much ALL have said how accurate it is.