On low rate servers, the items are initially harder to obtain (via zeny or hunting mobs), so partnered with the low chances of success, it makes the socket enchanted weapon more rare and exclusive.
On this server, it's easier to buy or hunt (when items drop 100%) these items in mass quantities, making the process seem like it has less penalties, just based on the ease of obtaining the initial items. I know it's not a big deal considering what is socket enchant able, but it's worth a thought.