FYI...Food-4-thought??
I don't care what options we use...or not. Brass butt cap is an option (+) stainless= (2) used up, leaving "3". Is you want to match hardware (which seems to be the case), brass spacers makes (3). Optional handle material make (4), leaving only (1) remaining. If you go the nickel silver route, There would be "no options" left.
Chose wisely members...If you're thinking a special handle shaping, etc...every little "change" is important...
Let's here from y'all...and Happy New Year...BTW!
Stay Sharp,
Capt. Chris