451 stroker, cut the crank or block?

After a few weeks and a trip to TN by my folks I got a quote from the machinist I trust to handle this job. He's quoting the job I asked him to quote: bore, align bore, installing crossbolt mains (my option depending, although for street use he thought it might be unnecessary) cutting the crank, balancing, as well as knife edging. Let's just say, I'm very pleased with the price.