The buckeye burl scales really are fantastic, I recommend this option if you are getting a custom Buck. The scales match up (same piece of wood) and the more interesting scale is on the same side as the engraving; I'm not sure if this latter feature was done purposely, but it is a nice touch either way. I'd love to see future pictures of this scale option given that the grain and color of this wood is so variable.
I am very happy with my knife, but the only problem is that I've been babying the knife since I got it and mostly carry my old pocket knife instead! Of course a knife that shows wear is always best, but it's sort of like when you get a new car and anticipate the first scratch... I'm still at that point.
I have a one year old son and soon after I received it I thought about how this would be a great knife to pass down to him (hopefully in about 50 years). The quality is impressive.