All I can say...I have no buyer's remorse on my SS version...it's my favorite carry around mod...scratches aren't noticeable...nobody's notices it cause it's not shiny brass, copper, etc..is it my hardest hitting mod..nah..but it's one of my favorites still
And for what's it worth, I heard the clones are decent through the Fasttech discussion, etc...so is it worth it..it's up to you...I'm not anti-clone or pro authentic...etc...honestly..it probably hits the same as the authentic...but I heard the button/locking ring isn't as smooth...but that's about it