I'd have to respectfully disagree on that statement. I think those sticks speak for themselves, not to mention the guy behind them is a legit, knowledgeable swimbaiter.
Are they a "status symbol" for some guys? Sure. But the rods are also well thought out big bait tools that, in the right hands, make swimbait fishing better.
Since when does beating the bank at. Stocked city park make you a knowledgeable swimbaiter?