Originally, this walnut quiver was intended to be a cutting board. It had a nice live edge, but that section was sapwood and the entire piece, really, was on the soft side, for walnut. In an emergency, this quiver could still be used as a cutting board, but perhaps not for habaneros or anything too spicy, as its primary purpose is a pocket quiver. Strange dancing and archery might be hazardous.
As mentioned, it was a particularly light chunk of walnut, so despite it possibly appearing heavy or unwieldy, it is just right. It does, however, require the force of the buttocks and tension of the trousers to secure it when loaded. It may not work with all pockets, but it will with most. It previously held 12 arrows, but was reduced to 10 for ergonomics. The finish is burnished beeswax as usual. The holes, when loaded, point the arrows backward at approximately 30 degrees so as to not interfere with the archer’s range of motion.
Below is the ipe (or maybe cumaru?) lady’s thumb ring, made to accompany the men’s katalox version. Both rings were made for a couple who are fond of archery and interested in exploring the thumb release method. I’ve been informed that they both fit well, which is good news. I do indeed endorse thumb release!
Whether they shoot well is yet to be discovered. This piece of wood, whatever the type it is, was unusually dense and strong. If it is cumaru. it’s the best piece I’ve found.