Chicago Screws Instead Of Rivets?

[humperdingle]

Does anyone routinely use chicago screws instead of rivets?

I'm finding these cheap little rivets (2 piece) are just not particularly strong, and bend way too easily.

I normally stitch aswell, but like to add a little something metal for high stress points. The chicago screws just seem much more solid, although more expensive.

Oh, and do users tend to put threadlock on the threads?

Edited April 12, 2013 by humperdingle

[Itch]

I use semi tubular rivets with washers when I need something to be permanent..

[Andrew Chee]

I use Chicago screws in some areas. Especially areas I might want to be removable like handles and straps. The onlyproblemmwith Chicago screws is that the shortest closed end ones are 1/4". If you want shorter then you have to get open end Chicago screws which look a little different.

Andrew

[DoubleC]

I routinely use Chicago screws after finding the rivets I had didn't stay in place. I haven't put threadlock on mine in the past but it's definitely something I will try from now on. Cheryl

[electrathon]

My opinion is that jiffy rivits are pretty much worthless. Use tubular rivits or chicago screws if you want it to hold.

Aaron

[humperdingle]

I routinely use Chicago screws after finding the rivets I had didn't stay in place. I haven't put threadlock on mine in the past but it's definitely something I will try from now on. Cheryl

That's what i'm trying to avoid... I'd hate to make something for somebody else only for a rivet to come undone after a while.

My opinion is that jiffy rivits are pretty much worthless. Use tubular rivits or chicago screws if you want it to hold.

Aaron

Yep, finding that myself. These tubular rivets seem more common in the states... Might have to try and find a UK supplier. Having said that, if I can bulk buy chicago screws, it may work out cheap enough.

[Jax]

I dont see the need for rivets if the stitching is good, imo it may even weaken the strap.

[mlapaglia]

I dont see the need for rivets if the stitching is good, imo it may even weaken the strap.

Rivets, snaps, and Chicago screws are some ways to hold the chape end of the belt closed so the buckle doesn't fall off but with screws or snaps you can change the buckle. It also holds the keeper in place. I personally use Chicago screws. Gun metal black on most belts. Copper rivets have their place too.

[Jax]

yes I understand the use of rivets/chicago screws instead of stitching but why have both?

[Matt S]

That's what i'm trying to avoid... I'd hate to make something for somebody else only for a rivet to come undone after a while.

Yep, finding that myself. These tubular rivets seem more common in the states... Might have to try and find a UK supplier. Having said that, if I can bulk buy chicago screws, it may work out cheap enough.

Abbey Saddlery has em for a good price.