I have to say though I don't agree they are the best guns out there. I've handled custom Rugers my own included that have better actions and are just as accurate but for a production gun they have the best tolerances of any out there.
I have to agree with this assessment. For a production gun, there is nothing finer or more refined, not to mention absolutely superior fit and finish. But a finely built custom Ruger -- that is very hard to beat. But out the box, FAs are pretty damn good -- to say the least.