He was entranced by it and decided to spend the money buying materials to make his own.

In the group, Koller found the mentorship and constructive criticism that he was looking for.

Thats when you know you should probably be selling your work.

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Koller opened Bitterroot Gunleather after moving to Montana, and hes been selling those holsters ever since.

Bitterroot Gunleather doesnt advertise.

In fact, all of his orders come from word of mouth.

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The three-inch stack of invoices and six-month waiting list, however, says he doesnt need to.

After all, he says, others took the time to help him.

The man admitted he was dying and didnt have much time left.

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Koller finished the holster in time for him to see it and hold it.

The cowboy died soon after and was buried with the holster on his hip.

Thats it, Koller says with slightly misty eyes and a resolved expression.

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Thats my favorite holster.

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