The stitching steps inward a bit after the trigger guard to hold tighter. I still want to get some diamond chisels so I can get the true zig zag saddle stitch. The green was a nice surprise. I was skeptical when my customer asked for it but I love how it turned out. The leather I used had a pretty heavy grain and Iwas able to keep the dye mostly out of the lower parts. I like the undyed monogram too. Its kind of the reverse of antiquing.