timesofplenty Report post Posted June 12, 2017 (edited) Howdy all, looking for a metal loop like this that will fit through a bag slut in a flap with a strap that goes through it as a closure. I only have this flat metal one as an example, I need some made of round stock with flat ends, to be riveted to a bag. If anyone can help with what they're called and/or a place to buy I'd be very happy. Thanks Edited June 12, 2017 by timesofplenty Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
timesofplenty Report post Posted June 12, 2017 I found one similar, doesn't need to be so elaborate with the plate, etc: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ferg Report post Posted June 12, 2017 This is strictly an observation. I don't like the end of a strap "hanging" from a fixture. They get caught on everything plus I feel they look unfinished. A clever leather loop with some little decorative flourish will hold that strap better. Ferg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shed Report post Posted June 12, 2017 Try looking on ebay for 'eye plate marine fittings'. A quick look came up with these- http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/4Pcs-5mm-Stainless-Wire-Eye-Straps-Saddle-Clip-Boat-Marine-Plate-Staple-Ring-/112411348764?hash=item1a2c3d0f1c:g:CssAAOSwjL5ZHYAl http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Pad-Eye-Plate-9mm-x-100m-x-32mm-Stainless-Steel-316-Marine-Grade-No-Rusting-/140313509263?hash=item20ab563d8f:g:xuEAAOSwf-VWY4JH I'm sure Canadian ebay will have something similar. I don't know if they have a name wen used in leatherwork- 'Staple' maybe? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JD62 Report post Posted June 13, 2017 (edited) I think what you are looking for are called footman loops http://www.brettunsvillage.com/trunks/howto/parts/endcaps/ . Round ones are at bottom of page. All so ebay has a bunch. Edited June 13, 2017 by JD62 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
timesofplenty Report post Posted June 13, 2017 (edited) Thanks, @JD62, that's close! Footmans loops are surface-mount, meant to screw into a solid surface, the ones I'm looking for are thinner and taller. The flattened ends are much thinner, and th metal rod fits into a bag punch slot, or pokes thru a slit with holes punched at the ends. Edited June 13, 2017 by timesofplenty Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brianm77 Report post Posted June 13, 2017 Check with your local hardware store. My local ace has them in stainless and brass. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JD62 Report post Posted June 14, 2017 HMMM, interesting I don't think Ive seen that but Ill keep looking Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brianm77 Report post Posted June 15, 2017 They are the marine version out of round stock. Check with the rope and chain hardware. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
