Kevin, I'd just get the fluted Kalloy for the lower dollar amount. It will be fine. I ran into the same problem with a 25.0, they're either $80 or $25, and krems81 sent me a new Kalloy that is a really nice post. I sure don't see $55 difference.
Then, don't let your friend ride it, or let him adjust the seat post, for that matter.. You know who I'm talking about..ha ha... The 200 SCi is fine, by the way... now sportin' 9-sp Ultegra.