zaynexpetty Report post Posted February 28, 2014 I am new to leatherworking, and I was wondering what oz of leather do you usually use for your every day standard belt? I think the couple of belts I have made were from 6 oz leather. Is that too thin? I'll also probably be making some womens belts (the skinny kind), and some dog collars. Would I use the same thickness on all three, or should they be different oz? Or is it really just a matter of preference? Thanks Zayne Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dwight Report post Posted February 28, 2014 Take a dial caliper, . . . go to Walmart, . . . find the kind of item you want to imitate, . . . measure it. For me, . . . my belt, . . . it is 2 pieces, . . . measures 16 oz (.250 inches). The word "standard" means so many different things to so many different people. May God bless, Dwight Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Toolingaround Report post Posted March 2, 2014 Hi There I have not made a belt yet but my hubby is in need of a new one so I foresee belt making in my future too. I looked in two of my books and both said 8 to 9 oz strap goods for your average belt. So I think that would be a good start. One book used that for both ladies and gents belts. Personal taste and end use may alter your choice of course for example a belt intended to hang a gun off of or a bunch of camping gear go heavy, a ladies belt to wear with a dress go lighter. Have fun and let us know how your belts turn out :-) Cheers, Toolingaround Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
