I've had it for a couple weeks now, and must confess, this is a really good tool!
The handles are made from Hard anodized Aluminium, so I suspect I will see some wear in the black coating eventually.
No biggie though, it is a user, not a safe queen.
The lock seems to be good on it, I've used it pretty hard at work, and no malfunction whatsoever.
As to the fabled edge they are said to come with, well, all I can say is that it is true.
Superb honing and the most perfect bevel I have ever seen.
I have one in all-titanium scales on the way too, those will not wear easily;)