I'm pretty new to this stuff and don't consider myself a leather worker like many of you, but something to think about. An item is only worth what someone is willing to pay. I very much doubt that digging out some one else's work is helping to perfect yours,and obviously someone is willing to pay for there work. I'm sorry if I sound rude or if this post seems like someone sticking his nose where it dose not belong, but forums like this are generally here to help permote and help better an industry or hobby,not to ridicule the work of others who's skill might not be as honed as your own. The requirements of a holster do not include being a work of art, sure it nice when they are and I enjoy quality craftsmanship as much as the next guy, but I also like to buy from locals who while maybe not museum quality are well up to the task.
