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The farrier that shoes the horses in the stable where our oldest son works is into western riding. He is a really nice guy and our son asked if I could make him something for Christmas, just as an appreciation. I agreed and decided that making a western inspired belt would be a nice gift, and something that could actually use. I find that a 1.5" wide belt fits most pants such as jeans etc, so that was the size I ende up making. My idea was to buy a non decorated buckle that I could engrave with something farrier like, but since I couldn't find a buckle like that I ended up making it myself from scratch. The sewing on the belt itself was done on my old Singer class 7. The finished buckle mounted on the belt. The decoration of the belt itself. The leather isn't black, but rather a dark brown. The belt buckled up. Below are som pictures of how I made the individual pieces of the buckle. Silver soldering the part that attaches to the end of the belt. The belt attachment part and the buckle and prong now silver soldered to the buckle itself Front of the buckle with a light sanding and cleaning. Straight from the pantograph engraving machine (I used a picture as model, I can't do free hand engraving so it looks good) Buckle polished and slightly curved

Greetings, I am looking for someone willing to make a few dress belts for me. Nothing super complex or ornate, but what could be worn with a traditional or conservative suit. I am not tied to goat leather, I only mentioned it because I think it would be hardy enough to last as a dress belt. I am Hindu, so the only absolute restrictions are on cow- or horse-based leathers or glues (hopefully unnecessary), but I would like a more conventional style belt, so I was planning on staying away from materials like ostrich leather. Please PM if you are interested in helping me. Thank you, Benjamin

A friend sold me an antique "Santa for President" belt buckle to wear when I dress up for Santa for the kids at the area hospitals, but it needs a belt. The belt loop is about 3/8 wide and 2 1/2" across. I was hoping the belt could flange out a little bit to make it look wider. It's such a nice piece I would like the belt to be tooled and painted so that it really stands out, but I'm probably not going to be able to afford anything more than a plain black belt. I was hoping that I could get it so that I could get the tooling and painting done in a year or two, when I have some more money. My whole costume is handmade by myself. I'm actually too big for commercial Santa suits.

I am starting a leather belt company in London I need help making a quality leather belt with a similar design to the attached image (the buckle is a Sam-Browne buckle). I am located in London and would like to work with a manufacturer in the UK or Europe but not much farther. I would like this to start as soon a spossible and would appreciate if we could meet in person, hence closeness being a beneficial factor. And tips, links and/or advice would be much appreciated!!! Belt Info.pdf

I am in central North Carolina and would like to hire someone for a belt and matching hip quiver project. I have attached a few pictures of the general style of quiver I am looking for. I can have someone draw a specific design and provide that to you for production or I can collaborate with you. Whatever works with your skillset. The base color will likely be black and a secondary color, red. I'd like the back of the belt to read, In God We Trust. And you can probably tell from the attched pictures that the style is more modern vs. western or traditional. I can pay through PayPal or via check and would like to start right away. I look forward to hearing from you.

Howdy, I'm getting married this summer and I would like to give my groomsmen custom name belts. Specifically, I'm looking for the fairly simple vintage-y western style belts that were popular in the 70's and 80's. Oak leaves or dogwood with white lacing. See pictures below. I was hoping to not spend much over $50 per belt. I used to be able to order these from my local western shop but no one and no companies seem to be making these any more. I have found a few folks online but they are making them a bit more fancy and asking pretty steep prices. If anyone is capable and interested in this job, I am VERY serious and ready to order them! :D Thanks for your time. Rick