Different strokes
There are a couple of issues here. One - is the splice strong enough? Two - was the splice easy to make given the tools and technique?
Brion has had his splices tested to failure and has data that shows the splice retains something close to 100% of the strength of the line. I don't know the actual number; you can get it from Brion. You can be assured that if the splice is properly done you will have a reliable splice.
Has the Samson method splice been tested in the same way? I don't know. You could contact Samson. They have a good reputation to maintain. Can you assume that their technique gives good results? That's your call.
I've tried both techniques and have settled on Brion's splicing wand and his instruction set. I find it far easier, even if I screw up and have to redo the splice. Measurements are easier. The tool (the wand) is easy to use, especially if you do you splice at a workbench with the wand in a vice. I've lost count of how many splices I've done but it's well over a hundred. I have never heard of a failure.
You might take a poll on this forum to see what tools and techniques splicers prefer.
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