Also thats an interesting vent setup on that prop... I usually just drill a hole in between each flute and open them up a 1/16" at a time until I'm happy with my holeshot. I'm partial to Stiletto stainless props myself.
Any good prop shop can repair that skag as easily as reparing a prop. Not as easy as a Skeggard though!
Good to hear your lower unit is mostly damage free.
The only downside I have heard about a Skeg guard (when I use to sell boats) is if you have another big strike you can be sure your lower unit will be gone... Me, I would put the skeg guard on.
As I said; I would put the skeg guard on.
I'm going to...right after I replace the starter and solenoid for the second time this season.
What's that all about?