I am looking for a source for buying quality belt straps. I've been on the typical websites we all go to and found nothing suitable. I am looking to make a simple formal belt. So I was thinking thick black strap for a single layer belt.
I have also heard that some places can even stamp out the holes in the belt. I have yet to find a place that does this. Has anyone heard of a place that does this?
Thanks
Hello,
when you say "nothing suitable", can you tell us what exactly are you looking for, because I can assure you that in the states alone, there are a number of suppliers with quality straps?
Can you show us a picture of "how" you would like your final belt to come out?
Regarding the belts with holes punched out. you will either find them with the snap holes punched out, or the end holes punched out, but never both for obvious reasons. But the only one i know who supplies them like that is Weaver in the US BUT they come with edge paint.
Do you not want to use a strap cutter? It would be cheper overall to cut your own from thick hide.
Otherwise you may end up buying straps cut near the belly, or width ways across the shoulder. At least with your own you could control the quality.
Greatly depends where you live
Hello, I use Le Prevo leather sometimes and/or Abbey Saddlery. Both in the UK. I've gotten leather 'belting' with similar size buckles to match. Links are: Abbey (https://www.abbeyengland.com) and Le Prevo (http://www.leprevo.co.uk).