Pack Basket Straps.

[Phatdaddy]

A friend of mine recently won a pack basket at a charity auction and it has nylon straps. He wants me to make straps for it. I'm thinking they should be be made with latigo for the strength and weather resistance. What weight should I use? I don't have any latigo and have never worked with it, so whatever I get, I'm going to have to buy. I'd like to make sure I got it right the first time.

He also wants me to incorporate a leather flap/lid for it to keep the rain off of the contents etc. Suggestions?

Thanks,

Kevin

[Tree Reaper]

Hey daddy;

I'd say 8-9 oz. anyway.

http://www.adirondackpackbaskets.com/basketharnesses_leather.htm

[Phatdaddy]

Hey daddy;

I'd say 8-9 oz. anyway.

http://www.adirondac...ses_leather.htm

Thanks TR,

I was able to get some latigo that I think will work. I have never worked with it, is it considered a finished leather? both front and back? Does it need to be oiled/waxed/sealed?

Where these will be straps and used with regularity, I want them to last him as long as possible and not bleed into his clothing or stain his basket.

Thanks again,

Kevin

[Tree Reaper]

My understanding is it comes oiled and waxed.

From Tandy ...

Our imported vegetable tanned latigo is a firm strap grade latigo with a limited degree of stretch. Latigo leather has exceptional strength and durability, which make it ideal for utility straps, bags and any tough outdoor gear. It's also used for horse gear applications such as reins, stirrups, tie downs and lace. After tanning, sides are drum dyed, then dipped in hot oils and hand rubbed to a beautiful finish.