When flipping the lid open of the whistling boiling water, there is water that is trapped between the lid seal, spring, and whistle which backlashes the scalding water onto your hand and also ejects the water  forward over six inches onto the stovetop. (Note: this kettle was not over filled or over heated.)
This is unacceptable for a somewhat high end product. 
I am definitely disappointed to have to return it because I honestly really like the look and quality of the kettle, but the function doesn’t follow the form. 
My search will unfortunately have to continue.