Own or have owned: Dean (x2 Ti constanza and Ti/Carbon Vador) , Moots (VaMoots), Omega (Radius), IF (Ti Crown Jewel), and most recently a custom Lynskey L3. All had their merits and some drawbacks but the Lynske is the closest to perfect I've owned. My first Dean, and my Moots were nice but pigs in terms of weight. I also didn't like the Moots geo. My Vador was way light but gave up too much stiffness. My IF was also HEAVY and way too stiff laterally, my Omega is moderate in weight, rides, nice and would be my fav if not for my Lynskey. It's light, stiff, and handles like no ones business. My only complaint is the slight toe overlap. Not a major issue but a sacrifice I was willing to make for the handling. Prior to buying my Lynskey I was on the ropes b/w them Strong and Eriksen. Those would be my top 3. Lots of people like KIsh but I'm not a big fan of his welding style.