Halifax-class frigates: good ships, light armament

What is your opinion of the Halifax-class patrol frigates?

They are lovely ships, but their armament is lighter than preferred.

The Halifax class is praised as a group of lovely ships, with one reservation: its weapons fit is lighter than preferred. This separates the quality of the platform from the combat outfit installed on it. A sound and attractive frigate can still invite criticism when its armament seems too light for the role. The judgment concerns the weapons fit rather than the basic ship.