This thread essentially comes down to this, and I haven't seen you address this yet (correct me if I'm wrong but this thread gets 5 posts a minute so it's hard to keep up):
1. Space Guy's shield is better - Well, he outdid you, too bad, but it's for the best.
2. Both shields are the same - Healthy competition.
3. Your shield is better - Well, you outdid him, good job. What are you worried about? People will like yours better.