I will happily admit that I like nice things. Additionally, I prefer quality of quantity (and variety) - I would prefer to have one, well made, well thought out item that nails everything I need to do, rather than multiple items that are all very good, but have one niggly weakness here and there.
One of the 'disadvantages' of working in a store surrounded by gear is you get spoilt for choice.
So, I figured I might as well take advantage of things and do some quick comparisons.