Originally Posted by Clipped_in

While I don't necessarily disagree with that statement, it is important to note that paying a little more for a lighter chain is not by default about weight weenieism. Reducing the mass of the chain in a dynamic system like a drive-train improves shifting. It is better. How much better? That is not so easy to answer, but it is worth it to me. YMMV

Also, having those missing link pliars is worth it to me as well. I change my chains about 3 times per year. Trying to pinch rollers is a real hassle with needle-nose pliers and simply effortless with the missing link pliers.