I think this is much ado about nothing! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif" alt="" /> I have several Gerber blades with the bead-blast finish and have NEVER had a problem with them. Most folks will NEVER have a problem with the finish, just as they will NEVER push their Scrap Yard blades to the limit! So, don't worry - be happy! <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif" alt="" />