Belt Leather

[ctkroper]

Also do you take the Leather Crafters & Saddle Journal,if not contact at :1-888-289-6409. they are a leather mag. that has some good info and list several dealers. Also try:www.leathercraftersjournal.com

ok kool! ill for sure have to check that out!

[Rayban]

I wanting to make a real heavy duty leather belt! I'm thinkin of a 8 oz or a 10 oz! Wondering wat leather works best?

Here's what I would suggest....go with a thicker leather:

http://zackwhite.com/xcart/product.php?productid=17291&cat=653&page=1

I've been making lots of belts lately and for a really good heavy duty one, stitching two layers together that equal about 1/4" thickness is the way to go...that's easy for me to say since I have a machine....but these thick stirrup leathers are a very close second to what I'm talking about....

[TwinOaks]

I've made several belts out of stirrup straps. Fantastic belts. If you can, ask the supplier to hand pick the straps with the best backs. Two of the ones I made had backs that were almost like suede...but very fine....velvety even. Others have been stringy, so YMMV. My daily belt is made from stirrup strap, vinegarooned, and just keeps getting better and better looking.

[tat2]

If you are wanting to make a serious belt, go with 10oz as stated but choose a shoulder or butt cutt , its stronger and will have min stretch over time. I made abelt from a side and it stretched some as some areas on the cow are less strong then other parts. Just grab the leather a pull a bit you'll see either a bit of stretch or none. Leathe always wears in but when come correctly the belts will never be returned. You can use a thinner leather and dbl up, just make sure you have a decent sewer and stich guide or you are wasting leather.