Interesting that the people who normally don't like engraving do like this one. I do like engraving, but this one leaves me a bit cold. It's too industrial, or carbon fiber-y, or something - but I can see why some folks would like it.
I will say that I really don't like the grips put out by S&W these days - and I note that replacement grips are unlikely to align with the engraved border. Although I suppose that if you can afford the gun, you can afford to send it to a custom grip maker!