Adjustable Leather Strap Size Question

[erniethemilk]

I am trying to make a messenger/handbag adjustable leather strap with a buckle. I wonder if there is a measurement which is a standard to make the keeper part (the secondary strap) which has the buckle on which fits to the strap with the holes in, or is it just a case of whatever suits?

The total strap length will be between 38 & 48 inches, and maybe in 3 different sizes, (so for instance 38-42", 42-46", 46-48"). I am just wondering if there is a specific size relationship between the two straps to keep in mind.

Thanks

[Halitech]

I haven't heard of any standard sizing but personally, I would keep the buckle end down to no longer then 6" just to make sure the billet end is hanging down regardless of the overall length of the strap. You could also make 1 template or get a clicker die to cut them out to make things faster without having to have 3 or 4 different ones

[erniethemilk]

Thanks, appreciate your reply. I will try 6" and see how they look.