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Post by Deleted on Dec 1, 2015 9:12:44 GMT -6
And they are hand stitched so easily the most labor intensive. It's really not seen but I much prefer it.
He has a few videos that are cool to watch for those who are interested, also one about a tannery.
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Dec 1, 2015 11:07:59 GMT -6
Post by exophobe on Dec 1, 2015 11:07:59 GMT -6
Wouldn't the cost of stitching be the highest? The only reason to use Chicago screws is to change out the buckle. The only reason to use rivers is cost. I see very few heavy leather belts with stitching. The thicker the leather the harder it would be to stitch. You can buy 100 yards of thread for the cost of ten rivets, you can buy about 5 rivets for the cost of a complete Chicago Screw. I noted that stitching would take the longest, therefore be the most expensive in labor. Anyone professionally stitching heavyweight belts is likely doing so with a pattern and a jig (which is less expensive than a rivet press, but likely more than a hammer and rivet setter). |
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Dec 1, 2015 12:16:24 GMT -6
Post by stinky on Dec 1, 2015 12:16:24 GMT -6
RE: Chicago Screws.
If you don't plan on changing the buckle, throw a drop of locktite in each one to prevent them from coming loose.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 1, 2015 12:42:44 GMT -6
RE: Chicago Screws. If you don't plan on changing the buckle, throw a drop of locktite in each one to prevent them from coming loose. Short of that, a drop of nail polish. |
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Dec 1, 2015 13:16:54 GMT -6
Post by stinky on Dec 1, 2015 13:16:54 GMT -6
RE: Chicago Screws. If you don't plan on changing the buckle, throw a drop of locktite in each one to prevent them from coming loose. Short of that, a drop of nail polish. You could soldier them as well, although that would likely drive up the labor cost and definitely the materials cost when you factor in the flux. In order of cost (factoring in labor), from highest to lowest: Soldier, Locktite, nail polish. |
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Post by exophobe on Dec 1, 2015 14:27:39 GMT -6
Short of that, a drop of nail polish. You could soldier them as well, although that would likely drive up the labor cost and definitely the materials cost when you factor in the flux. In order of cost (factoring in labor), from highest to lowest: Soldier, Locktite, nail polish. It gets strange looks when you have a soldier holding your belt together, and it gets expensive to feed them, especially if you have more than one belt.  |
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Dec 1, 2015 16:51:46 GMT -6
Post by variable on Dec 1, 2015 16:51:46 GMT -6
You could soldier them as well, although that would likely drive up the labor cost and definitely the materials cost when you factor in the flux. In order of cost (factoring in labor), from highest to lowest: Soldier, Locktite, nail polish. It gets strange looks when you have a soldier holding your belt together, and it gets expensive to feed them, especially if you have more than one belt. On the plus side, if you have one attached to your belt, your draw times are going to be magnificent. |
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Post by dog on Feb 6, 2016 17:30:36 GMT -6
I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on matching belts to shoes. Gustin was my gateway into developing a more mature personal style after finishing school, and it was a pretty safe way to get different colors and fabrics to experiment with. I wanted to get a couple belts to match some of the Gustin shoes I've gotten. However I feel a bit nervous trying to match shades. As an example, consider one of the pairs of shoes I bought: Blue Gum Sole High Top www.weargustin.com/store/2069Gustin themselves noted there were variations in the color of the leather, and they don't explicitly state where the leather came from. The Horween leather seems easier to pair because I would probably just have to search for a Horween leather belt of the same type. How would you guys ago about finding a belt that matched a pair of shoes like those? |
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Post by Pigeon Tree Crafting on Feb 6, 2016 17:50:28 GMT -6
I was wondering if anyone had any suggestions on matching belts to shoes. Gustin was my gateway into developing a more mature personal style after finishing school, and it was a pretty safe way to get different colors and fabrics to experiment with. I wanted to get a couple belts to match some of the Gustin shoes I've gotten. However I feel a bit nervous trying to match shades. As an example, consider one of the pairs of shoes I bought: Blue Gum Sole High Top www.weargustin.com/store/2069Gustin themselves noted there were variations in the color of the leather, and they don't explicitly state where the leather came from. The Horween leather seems easier to pair because I would probably just have to search for a Horween leather belt of the same type. How would you guys ago about finding a belt that matched a pair of shoes like those? Apologies that this is a bit of a plug, but I do make a belt in Indigo that would match those shoes fairly well. Indigo Quick Release BeltI've created a code to offer this forum 10% off: SELVEDGESTYLE If you were interested, but weren't feeling the quick release belt, I'd be happy to work with you, I've done custom orders with roller buckles for instance. No one else out there is really doing the indigo thing, so your options may be limited. Cheers man, best of luck. Those shoes are really cool btw, PF Flyers did a limited release in a similar palette that I was desperate to find, wish I would have known about those gustins at the time! |
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Jun 30, 2016 7:57:22 GMT -6
Post by nate001 on Jun 30, 2016 7:57:22 GMT -6
OK, this is an obscure and specific request, but that seems to be what this forum is good at. I want a nylon belt, MiUSA, mostly for wearing with shorts. This one from Topo looks OK, but I would prefer a square or rectangular buckle thingy: topodesigns.com/collections/accessories/products/web-beltHave at it... |
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Jun 30, 2016 10:09:00 GMT -6
Post by Deleted on Jun 30, 2016 10:09:00 GMT -6
OK, this is an obscure and specific request, but that seems to be what this forum is good at. I want a nylon belt, MiUSA, mostly for wearing with shorts. This one from Topo looks OK, but I would prefer a square or rectangular buckle thingy: topodesigns.com/collections/accessories/products/web-beltHave at it... there area few US companies making nylon and webbing belts but many tend to be wider, heavier 'tactical' belts. bison designs has a handful of options that aren't as bulky |
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Jun 30, 2016 10:30:06 GMT -6
Post by drewcandraw on Jun 30, 2016 10:30:06 GMT -6
nate001 not sure if it's too tactical, but you could just do an all black or coyote tan so it's understated. Also, they usually have a 25%-30% off if you spend more than $50. www.originalsoegear.com/collections/belts/products/trouser-beltThey have a g-hook belt but it may be too tactical for your needs. I have two of the belts from him, but many other companies make them as well.
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Jun 30, 2016 10:56:18 GMT -6
Post by nate001 on Jun 30, 2016 10:56:18 GMT -6
Thanks for the suggestions @david and drewcandraw. I can't access the original SOE gear site from here at work. The filters must think its too military...ha. The Bison design belts look nice and are about half as much as the topo belt. Might have to give one a try. I wonder if Bison makes the belts for Topo? They look very similar and are both in Colorado. |
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Jun 30, 2016 11:02:00 GMT -6
Post by drewcandraw on Jun 30, 2016 11:02:00 GMT -6
David's suggestion may be cheaper and faster to receive compared to SOE as it's made to order unless he has stock.
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Jun 30, 2016 11:13:40 GMT -6
Post by nate001 on Jun 30, 2016 11:13:40 GMT -6
David's suggestion may be cheaper and faster to receive compared to SOE as it's made to order unless he has stock. Yeah, found one I like on bison that's $18. Cheap enough to take a flyer on it I think. |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 30, 2016 13:05:16 GMT -6
David's suggestion may be cheaper and faster to receive compared to SOE as it's made to order unless he has stock. Yeah, found one I like on bison that's $18. Cheap enough to take a flyer on it I think. if you have any outdoor shops like rei or erewhon in your area, they often carry a few of the bison pieces in store |
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Jan 28, 2018 19:47:13 GMT -6
Post by nate001 on Jan 28, 2018 19:47:13 GMT -6
I think I probably need to upgrade my belt. The one I have is probably 10years old and from Banana Republic. I don’t really know anything about leather, but I don’t think it’s super high quality or anything.  these lines running across the belt, is that some defect? Loose grain or something? On the inside it says genuine Italian leather, which, as I now understand, is basically crap, right? anyway, thinking of doing a veg tan, with a stainless buckle. Here’s a couple I’m debating: leatherworksminnesota.com/store/classic-belt-1-12-naturalwww.tannergoods.com/collections/belts/products/standard-belt-natural-stainlessI like the buckle from tanner better. The price is better from Leatherworks...plus it’s made in the same town I live. Opinions? Other directions? also, how quickly can I expect the veg tan to darken? From what I understand I can hasten the darkening with mink oil, right? |
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Jan 28, 2018 20:07:49 GMT -6
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Post by bentin on Jan 28, 2018 20:07:49 GMT -6
Mink oil will wildly accelerate the aging. A lighter conditioner like Bick #4 will be much milder.
Tanner has 10% off for new customers on their website, I'm looking for a wallet. But I keep coming back to One Star Leather, I have a few of his belts and really like them. But I may just cane and get a Vermilyea Pelle horse one.
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Jan 28, 2018 20:45:24 GMT -6
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Post by DigDug on Jan 28, 2018 20:45:24 GMT -6
I think I probably need to upgrade my belt. The one I have is probably 10years old and from Banana Republic. I don’t really know anything about leather, but I don’t think it’s super high quality or anything. these lines running across the belt, is that some defect? Loose grain or something? On the inside it says genuine Italian leather, which, as I now understand, is basically crap, right? anyway, thinking of doing a veg tan, with a stainless buckle. Here’s a couple I’m debating: leatherworksminnesota.com/store/classic-belt-1-12-naturalwww.tannergoods.com/collections/belts/products/standard-belt-natural-stainlessI like the buckle from tanner better. The price is better from Leatherworks...plus it’s made in the same town I live. Opinions? Other directions? also, how quickly can I expect the veg tan to darken? From what I understand I can hasten the darkening with mink oil, right? Check this deal out corterleather.com/collections/belts/products/3-for-99-belt-sale |
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Jan 28, 2018 20:52:54 GMT -6
Post by nate001 on Jan 28, 2018 20:52:54 GMT -6
Mink oil will wildly accelerate the aging. A lighter conditioner like Bick #4 will be much milder. Tanner has 10% off for new customers on their website, I'm looking for a wallet. But I keep coming back to One Star Leather, I have a few of his belts and really like them. But I may just cane and get a Vermilyea Pelle horse one. Whaddya got for belts from one star? Also, will the nickel buckles wear to expose brass underneath? That’s what I have going on right now with my current belt buckle. I would prefer a matte nickel buckle but only if it didn’t wear to show brass underneath. |
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Jan 28, 2018 20:58:48 GMT -6
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Post by DigDug on Jan 28, 2018 20:58:48 GMT -6
Mink oil will wildly accelerate the aging. A lighter conditioner like Bick #4 will be much milder. Tanner has 10% off for new customers on their website, I'm looking for a wallet. But I keep coming back to One Star Leather, I have a few of his belts and really like them. But I may just cane and get a Vermilyea Pelle horse one. Whaddya got for belts from one star? Also, will the nickel buckles wear to expose brass underneath? That’s what I have going on right now with my current belt buckle. I would prefer a matte nickel buckle but only if it didn’t wear to show brass underneath. I haven't had my Corter buckle wear/patina at all. Buckle looks the same as the day I got it. |
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Jan 28, 2018 21:11:17 GMT -6
Post by nate001 on Jan 28, 2018 21:11:17 GMT -6
Whaddya got for belts from one star? Also, will the nickel buckles wear to expose brass underneath? That’s what I have going on right now with my current belt buckle. I would prefer a matte nickel buckle but only if it didn’t wear to show brass underneath. I haven't had my Corter buckle wear/patina at all. Buckle looks the same as the day I got it. Yeah, my guess is the buckle is cheap nickel plated brass. |
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Post by yinzer on Jan 28, 2018 21:17:28 GMT -6
I like my Corter belts. The latigo squeaks a bit.
I like my Strike Gold one more though. Much more sturdy and just nicer to use. For the price Corter is good though.
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Jan 28, 2018 21:33:59 GMT -6
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Post by bentin on Jan 28, 2018 21:33:59 GMT -6
Mink oil will wildly accelerate the aging. A lighter conditioner like Bick #4 will be much milder. Tanner has 10% off for new customers on their website, I'm looking for a wallet. But I keep coming back to One Star Leather, I have a few of his belts and really like them. But I may just cane and get a Vermilyea Pelle horse one. Whaddya got for belts from one star? Also, will the nickel buckles wear to expose brass underneath? That’s what I have going on right now with my current belt buckle. I would prefer a matte nickel buckle but only if it didn’t wear to show brass underneath. Couple of 1.5" ones with the stainless roller. Love 'em as much as I could a belt. Quiet, not a ton of stretch, haven't needed any conditioning. Hard to beat. I love my VP bag too, so it's kinda hard to pick between the two for a wallet. Noting wrong with Tanner, but nice to support the little guys too. |
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Post by drewcandraw on Jan 29, 2018 2:17:26 GMT -6
nate001 I got hella belts in my rotation - 1350 Leather Big Hoss Belt, has the most patina from wear and most supple - daltech force (i got like 3 variations- my edc gun belt)- you can do 1/4" thick or get normal 3/8" thickness (prolly indestructible) - black leather roller belt from Recycled Firefighter (iono leather seems kinda stiff and cheap but I have not worn it alot) - Dont Mourn, Organize- brass roller in natural leather that is starting to gain more patina. I have teardrop holes on this one as I thought it was interesting - SOE edc duty cobra buckle belt - g hook edc low profile belt - basketweave bianchi belt
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