Can't decide...

[Dr.Rob]

The decorative and somewhat strengthening (but not essential) strap across the bottom of the holster body,

Or showing off the hand boning? This holster is 'just for me'.

My dye was the last of the bottle and it went very dark, noted for next project, a western style holster a Colt Scout.

 

[JTQ]

Without the strap.

 

[Lucky Derby]

No strap.
I would also love to see a pic of that little Colt.

 

[bikerdoc]

no strap, let the clean, flowing lines show uninterupted.

 

[moxie]

Very nice work. Better without the extra strap, IMO.

 

[savetheclaypigeons]

I'll vote for the underdog.

If it's an OWB, it's a nice homage to western holsters. Nice hand stitching!

 

[el indio]

Good job Doc. I think it looks better without a strap. Joe

 

[bannockburn]

Looks a lot cleaner, uncluttered without the strap.

 

[erkman]

I like the look with the strap.

 

[psyopspec]

Well-crafted in each photo, but I find the one with the strap to have a bit more appeal.