Replying to finish on BC's?

This might be a noobie question, but please don't flame me for it.

What's up with the finish on Scratch BC's? They aren't 'laminated' like most other skis I've seen. The edges of the top-piece seem like they can get pocked up really easily, and there's no protection from getting scratched. I can also feel the seam between the top-peice and the sides of the ski.
Are they supposed to be 'unfinished' like this? Or is there supposed to be a clear-coat laminate and I just saw a bunk pair?

Thanks