Ok - I have been using my Oberon cover for over 7 months now. It still looks new. I still love it.
My parents have kept with their M-Edge covers - my Dad's is fine, however my Mom's cover, which she probably holds for 20+ hours a week, is showing a lot of wear after it's year of use. The closure tab is almost coming off, anf the leather is very creased from folding it back. So, for her birthday on the 14th, my Dad is getting her an Oberon cover of her choice.
If ya'll would like, I can take some comparison pictures between the beta models and the final model, as well as comparison with the M-Edge. Let me know if the idea interests you.