I had several different designs I was hoping to have made into dies. The classic tombstone 2"x3" one as well as the Wisby "D" style and 1"x4" Chinese birka style. I would also like to think about a leaf style design, like a three lobed maple leaf or something. It seems that the holes cost about as much or more than the outer shape. But imagining punching or drilling 7 holes per scale x 500 scales, I think the die that includes the hole punches is a much better option. If I had plans on making scales or completed armor for sale, the cost of the die would be much less of an issue, but since it is just for myself, I'm trying to keep it cheap. Of course I could go and buy someone else's pre punched scales, but the cost of 500 scales is much more than the most expensive die I've had quoted.