I have another question about your paracord D guard:

Your paracord D guard (and most others I've seen) are all in a large curve, which would fit very loosely over the hand. Why so loose? I make mine straight across from the front talon hole to the rear, fitting snugly over my hand. Is there an advantage (other than extra spare cord) to making them looser? Making them tighter seems to lock the knife in hand more solidly, as well as protect the fingers better – I think.