i thought i missed something when the s5 was mentionedThe S4 hasn't even been out a year yet. S5? Are you from the future?
the only reason i am considering the stainless steel over the aluminum is the sapphire display due to how durable it isI agree. And the Sapphire is a major selling point when you want to protect a display that small with the Apple Watch. The only time they really have discussed the Sapphire display, has been during their keynotes, but zero marketing behind it, and I think it would also help justify the price for some of Apple would actually discuss it. It’s kind of like 3D Touch and Live Photos, great features to use, but no one really knows they exist or how to use it.
im rough on watches and anything to protect them might be worth considering