I've owned and shot both HH and NM bows. In my opinion , while both are great bows and have their devotees , I much prefer the Northern Mist . Reasons being , in my experience , the Northern mist just shoots where I look . No adjustment , no breaking in or getting used to the bow . You will not find finer quality or attention to detail than NM longbows ! As for the wait , I believe that speaks for its self . Steve does absolutely everything in house and has NO employees . He controls every aspect of construction from start to finish . He does Not mass produce bows and as a result of the popularity , because of the quality , there will be a waiting period . NM longbows are in demand . Simple as that .