I bought it because it appealed to me. The fit and finish is immaculate.
It is a quality spoke shave. It is my tool of choice for breaking the edges on a piece.
I normally don't care for round bottomed shaves, but this one will get translucent shavings on straight edges as well as curved edges.
The balance on the tool is good.
It came sharp, requiring minimum of honing. The iron is PMV11.
I am pleased with it.