Rylas Report post Posted November 3, 2010 (edited) Hi guys, I'm looking to make a briefcase and I'm hoping to put solid brass or nickel (at least I think it's nickel) fittings on it. The local shop only carry's brass and nickel plated things, so I was hoping you might help me find a supplier. I'd like to purchase solid brass or nickel rivets, buckles and line 24 and 20 snaps as well as D-rings, and clasps for attaching the strap to the bag. I'm also looking for a place which sells more neutral colors of marine grade thread so my stitching can be UV and mold resistant. Or is there a better thread to use? I'm new to the world of bags. Also, I was wondering if antiquing the brass myself would have any adverse effects as far as it's durability? Thanks for your help! Edited November 3, 2010 by Rylas Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Billy P Report post Posted November 4, 2010 You might try Brettuns Village and Spriongfield leather co. The ph# for Springfield Leather is 1-800-668-8518. Hope this helps Billy P Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rickmoo Report post Posted November 22, 2010 OK,......... here's some sites to help get you going. the thread exchange, inc. ..... poly thread and bonded nylon. www.fastenersdirect.com .... www.perfectfit.com www.outdoortextitles.com .... www.sunbrellacentral.com ..... {buckles} www.buckleguy.com .... www.conchos.com ..... www.buckleshop.com www.brettunsvillage.com .... www.ohiotravelbag.com hope this gets you started .......... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Go2Tex Report post Posted November 22, 2010 Weaver Leather carries a large selection of case making fittings, hardware, fasteners and hardware. You do need to have a tax number, though, as they are wholesale only. http://www.weaverleather.com/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rylas Report post Posted November 29, 2010 This has been immensely helpful! Thank you! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
