I seem to be always thanking you guys for your kind comments. I'm my own worst critic, & all the little flaws that show up in my efforts seem really magnified to me. I've been told that they make them look genuinely hand crafted, but I'm something of a perfectionist. Anyway, I actually received my first commission yesterday: a sgian in the regimental colours of the Royal Australia Regiment (infantry) after the soldier in question saw the one I made for Red. Anyway, I'd just like to thank all of you for giving an amateur the encouragement to keep at it. Thanks!