1st belt

[GnewVFL]

Ive been wanting to make a belt for a while. Please critique. Thanks 

[wizard of tragacanth]

Hmmm, well...off-hand, there is one thing that I can see that could be improved.

One flower is mostly hiding behind the buckle and I am guessing that another flower, by the keeper, is hiding behind the tip of the belt.

Next time, think ahead on placement of your design so this doesn't happen.

The other thing that I notice is that there is a Glock on the table and a 1911 in your holster.  Hehehe...

nick

[Vikefan]

Nice belt...

My recommendation would be to skive down the backside of your belt Buckle end so tapers down in leather thickness, instead of being thick leather on the back.  I also prefer large snaps or possibly Chicago Screws, so you and change out buckles if so inclined.

Vikefan

[Halitech]

Personally, I always try to avoid stitching across when I do stitch the buckle one. Some will say it doesn't matter, some swear that it does weaken the leather.  And like most, I use snaps or Chicago screws so that when the buckle breaks, you can swap it out for a new one.

Second, and this is personal preference, but I always do an border 3/16" from the edge. I find it gives a more finished look than tooling right to the edge.

[seagiant]

Hi,

         Well...1911's are like Glocks, except for men!

If that is your first belt you are on your way.

I also sew my buckles, but as was stated, sewing across, weakens the belt!

Just sew down the sides.

We are all learning, just some off us have been learning longer!!!