I think that these custom case makers should only make 'fully loaded' cases. Dan Whitten makes a very durable and stylish case, but when they lack pockets and handles, they just look out of place.
yeah.. i saw that apa case the other day.. i didnt realize it was the same person.. it is nice.. i really like the color combination too.. and it wouldnt be hard to cover up that apa logo either..
If you keep your cues in a locker that may have restricted space, no handle might be a blessing. My concern would be that it only has one small pocket.
I don't understand why one of the top case makers in the world even offers a case without a side handle. Makes no sense at all. I can understand no handle on a 1x1 or a 1x2...but a 2x4 is large enough, wide enough, heavy enough to warrant a carry handle by default. Would you make a 3x6 with no carry handle? What if the person opts for no shoulder strap (another option)..how are you suppose to carry it? Like a bazooka?