Every K9 Storm ID Harness comes standard with a lay flat handle built into the back of the harness. This grab point is to be used for added control and to help lift your dog into or over a variety of obstacles. By design, it lays completely flat when tracking or working off line.
Everything at K9 Storm is streamlined to minimize any potential catch hazards when working. Unless the handle serves a load bearing purpose (like on our K9 Storm Vests) having an external handle on a harness is unnecessary.
Imagine your dog is tracking in a urban or rural environment...the more things that are sticking up on their harness, the higher the likelihood that your dog gets caught or snagged on branches, vegetation, fencing, or other protruding objects, slowing both of you down in the process.