A lovely slipjoint with premium materials, but this can be found elsewhere for the same price or lower. Drop did not drop a deal here. You can get either version for a much better price on Ebay right now. I know I did.
NarqDon't forget Drop sells all over the world; Canada, Europe, etc. All those other sources that you mention, either do not ship to other places, or do so at outrageous cost. Drop stays way more competitive even with a slightly higher price.
It might not be a deal to you, but others, located outside the USA, might find it a better deal than you think. It's not all about US shoppers!