Thanks Haystacker. I do the lacing because I think it is easier than hand stitching with thread, and I also like the looks. Someday I hope to buy a sewing machine.
That is an interesting holster, I'd like to see more pictures of the back and see how the belt loops look. I have made some holsters for Taurus Raging Bull .44 mag but they did not have scope on them.
This one looks good form here.