First off this was going to be a future purchase that I was saving for. I saw this blue anodizing and went to work on configuration had it in the cart several times, but didn't know if I really liked it more than say the manticore or consular. After emailing Emory for about half a day, based on his advice I chose the Consular with plans to by a manticore next (until) the raffle prize I won showed up... and here it is...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEmTwkSoc4k&feature=youtube_gdata_playerAfter seeing the 2channel emerald I know the manticore must now be a 4channel so more saving needed

but until then...thank you US! THE SABER GODS HAVE SMILED UPON ME!