I still think they should go with my idea because of 1 reason. Makes All content last longer outside of just getting drops. Also I think it would make the game more enjoyable.

Also even if we could meld U/U ppl would still flock to crafted gear cause its less risk with crafted gear cause you can easily buy and get it again really fast, and try to meld and make armor better than U/U. The problem i see with Blue U/U gear from Matsu example is this. Why meld an Blue U/U item with one slot when i can easily get an 3 materia crafted item item with better stats faster and with less risk.