That's probably the case.

I'm using a Giantgall now so I'm not entirely sure where the caps balance out there - but I always try to maintain around 350/310 (though currently still at 305 piety)

Ideally I want to do away with the Strength Meteria on my weapon and switch to other stats on Giantsgall like attack or Critical Attack. Though the process of doing so is cost prohibitive - more profitable for me to maintain where I am and work up crafting/gathering jobs so I can build my own gear sets and make a profit off the attempts.