The guard was also not beat on, it was a result of hitting the tip and the guard dug into the wood.

I had the same problem both with the top and bottom guard. The damage was not bad but it still affects the look.

I would like something to protect the guard but it is not a deal breaker. If it gets to chewed up I am sure I can send it for repair.

I am still waiting for specs and pricing before making any final decisions.

Again it should be stated the damage to the guard was not do to hitting it, but as a result of normal batoning.