7x7 splicing, obtaining a fair entry

[marujo.sortudo]

My 7x7 practice splices are looking pretty good to my eyes, but I'd welcome some expert eyes and comments. Below are some pictures of what is probably my 7th splice. My only complaint is that there is a bit of gap between strands #3 & #4 which didn't exist when held in the vise. It looks like it should disappear once served and loaded up, but I'd love to hear your opinions on whether it is important and how to improve it. I know I could put a small seizing on the standing end, but the old splices were very well done without one and I'm trying to see if I can pull off an equally elegant splice.