Charles:
I've never heard any of the subs being discussed, so can only speak in more general terms:

I've found I never regret overbuying, but rather always take "pride of ownership" in that item. Underbuying, on the other hand, usually leads to "what ifs" and lack of enthusiasm.

It's a perfectly valid reason to get the Axiom just because it's better looking; that it's an outstanding sub by all indications just cements it in my opinion.

::::::: No disrespect to Axiom, but my favorite woofer is my yellow lab :::::::