Well, while I am LOVING my 0561, I learned today that my 0560 is already shipped and on its way, scheduled to arrive on Monday. So a couple of things: First, re: the weight issue, Come on. If you own an XM, then you probably realize that you can pry a door open with it! I expect the 056X will be no different. I must say that despite having an extensive XM collection, I really love the relatively light weight of the 056X. I wore mine today clipped onto my Nylon running shorts. An XM would have had me naked in public. So stop whining about the light weight as if it is a drawback. If you want to complain, put your knife through its paces, find the failure point and ONLY THEN will you have earned the right to complain. Jeez, too light??? That's like saying a bike frame is too light, it just doesn't jive with reality. The light weight of this thing is one of the few areas where it may actually surpass the XM. This is like complaining that you got a Porsche when you asked for a Volkswagen.
Now I am certainly going to vote for Obama. But I realize that there may be a Republican or two on this site. So here is my suggestion. Since the field of candidates this year is so abysmal, why not write in Dave Anderson, our very own Kershawguy. From what I have seen, he follows through on his promises and gets the job done! Just something to consider.
