I just thought of a cheap case for the Ax. I got it at a conference I went to recently and it fits perfectly... You see them at the olympics etc. It is made from nylond and the Ax fits quite well in the pouch made for wallets etc. I 'm sure you might be able to find something similar at Stables or some other like store for under $5. Seems pretty rugged and as a bonus? it even comes with a neck string. It will do until I figure out something more permanent. I'll try and take a picture of it if anyone is interested.
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