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Hi all,

a customer asked me to make a belt with a buckle that must have no metal parts, since he is allergic to all metals.

He needs a "classic" buckle (I proposed him a D-ring belt with plastic o wooden D-rings but he prefer a classic one).

Do you have any suggestion on where to find it? Better in Europe but every suggestion is welcome

Thank you

Ash

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I might look into Grade 23 Titanium. It's specifically meant for use inside the body. It's common to find body jewelry made from it, but maybe something like that could become a buckle with a little modification. Maybe a route similar to a "mechanic's belt" to minimize skin contact might work. Those are a couple potential ideas that come to mind.

If your customer claims to be allergic to even Grade 23, then you may want to pass on it based on the amount of unforeseen challenges involved along the way. I'm skeptical of the claim and wonder if it's a fools errand. I also worry that this might a potential "warranty replacement" issue for you later on if something were to cause an "allergic reaction" anyway. The last thing you need is a disgruntled customer because you couldn't do the impossible and still meet their unrealistic expectations. I'm always up for a challenge, but sometimes there's a line in the sand.

This is just my personal opinion, so please keep that in perspective.

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thanks for the reply.

I think that titanium has the same problem as other metals (he cannot wear also gold and silver), but I will check

For the second problem, it is not a problem anymore because the customer is a very good friend, so no problems at all for that.

what about plastic buckle? any idea on where to find?

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Posted (edited)

Maybe Ohio Travel Bag?

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Troy

Imler's Leather
Bentonville, VA 22610

http://www.ebay.com/usr/imlers_leather

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How about velcro?

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I'm relieved to hear that it's not some random person who approached you with the idea. Something out of the blue like that throws up red flags and cause an overwhelming desire to flee, so that is why I mentioned it. Helping a friend out like that is a whole different thing and commendable.

It might be possible to find a strong enough plastic buckle. I've never researched the topic, so I have no info on the durability, strength, or longevity of them.

The reason behind the mechanic's belt idea is that there is no contact with the metal retention stud on either side. The front is covered and the back would, presumably, have a layer of pants between any skin and the stud on the backside.

Here is what I mean. No affiliations with them. That was just the first place I found that had clear pictures of what I was talking about.

Although, something along the lines of this or this might be pretty cool, too.

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The Velcro idea would work or something with loops and slots and maybe a piece of wood or antler like a frontiersman style belt . Gary

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Velcro works.

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