I had one of Nicks sheaths as well - I am not a fan of the hard sheath - but I do know this - you wouldn't have problems with Nicks for years. It was BOMB proof.
I think Nick believes, in terms of his sheaths, that function is more important than form. He could make them 'prettier' but he, instead, makes them tough as hell. I respect that - and I think most end users appreciate that.
I also know if you are getting kudos from a maker like G2 - you are doing something VERY right.
TF