well for one, this LE is going to have a zero edge on it, much like the recent LE offerings from Busse, if you have never used a blade with a zero edge it is worth every penny. Nothing bites into wood more than that and the edges are really easy to maintain. With a satin finish blade and a scotch brite pad you can bring your blade back to shiney in no time and as far as the rust on the handles, just use a tough cloth or oil it when you are done and all is good. Satin is the way to go for users, especially this one. And considering it is offered at only 50.00 more than the CG version compared to Busse's 150.00-200.00 price increase it is more than worth it bro <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbup.gif" alt="" />