K-Man, glad to see you on the forum here. I have a Pocket Defender that you built for my Colt Pony Pocketlight, with the "Gripper" material on it and it has become my "shorts" and t-shirt rig for here in VA during the summer months and often rides as a BUG in a coat or slacks pocket in cold weather too!! I LOVE the job you did for me.
Walt, I am POSITIVE that regardless of whether you go with John or with K&D, you will be happy with the end result. Since John is a regular member of the family, if I may I would like to mention a bit about Kevin and crew at K&D (*I am NOT affiliated, just a happy customer).
Kevin is a retired Navy man, and also has done quite a few years behind a badge too, much of it in the humid climes of Fla. When I found K&D Holsters, I had never heard of them and was as usual very skeptical about spending the money for something unheard of. I placed several calls to them and spoke to a very friendly young lady who was very knowledgable and helpful, ok point #1 for me..the staff knows guns firsthand and what I am talking about not just some kid answering the phone. Then I promptly got a return call from Kevin, and we discussed my specific desires and design questions. I immediately liked this gentleman for his blunt honesty and input or replies to my needs. I still have the weapon/holster combo, his prices and delivery times were very good, and I WILL be purchasing from him again.
I am sorry for hijacking the thread here, and of course John....as always you have my utmost respect for both you and your wonderful products. I merely wanted to help introduce a fine gentleman and veteran into the community for those who were not familiar. Best regards--John
Here is the link to K&D Holsters:
http://www.kdholsters.com/index.php