Sorry,
I didn't mean to come off as though your leaders are somehow inferior--- nor do I want to suggest that jig built are better leaders.
I am in your camp-- if I can build mine by hand and have it perform just as well as going through all the steps of a jig--- I'm on board. It will provide more time to enjoy those fine ales (I'm a pale, ipa, and esb drinker, myself.).
Of course, I have been known to enjoy one while I am fooling with the jig....
Now that I think on it, I tend to enjoy one with many things....