Hardware Item

[kidbeey]

Please see attached photo. I am wondering what name the metallic rectangular item with the round corners has. Who would stock these items? As the postage to Australia from America is exorbitant, I would like to source one locally, if possible. Thanks in advance for any help.

[Rahere]

It's an oblong eyelet/gromet. https://stimpson.com/grommets-washer-overview/oblong-grommets-and-washers/

A slightly wider hunt shows Ford Millinery using them in hats, so someone has them. Which countries are feasible?

Edited July 16, 2021 by Rahere

[kidbeey]

Thanks Rahere. I made an Enquiry at Stimpson’s following your reply. A bit shocked to learn of the cost of the hand setting tool. Probably great quality though 

[Rahere]

It was rather more an idea to get you started, in fact. I'd expect someone like someone like Leprovo or JT Batchelors could offer a better price locally to me, but I don't know what shipping costs to you would be like, which is why I was asking what your experience is. Some people do a screw version with a more solid washer plate and very small screws, too, which would avoid a setter: two round punches and cut along a straightedge.

[kidbeey]

Thanks Rahere. Those Oblong Eyelets seem to have very limited manufacturers. The Stimson hand setting tool is a bit over USD 1000 and that price sure rocked my socks. I would have to make a number of goods that could use the oblong eyelet to justify it’s purchase. Don’t know if they are made in the Asian market.

I assume you are more UK based as I checked out Leprovo and Batchelor. Could not find anything on Batchelor’s website.

A screw version would be good, but I find it hard to find such an item on the internet. If you or any other members could point me in the right direction, I sure would appreciate it.

Gary

[mike02130]

Would this suffice?

https://bringberry.com/collections/all-products/products/rectangular-grommets-20mm-inner-width

[Rahere]

Batchelors have more business than they know what to deal with, mostly telephone. They don't need the Internet. But USD1000 for a setting tool? Someone's taking the michael. I can't remember where mine came from, but it was a couple of quid.

A quick search threw any number on ebay and etsy, "screw oblong eyelets" - pick your size and finish!

[blue duck]

I realize this is in the US, but it may give you some way to extend your search.

Ohio Travel Bag--1" Gold, Screw Together Eyelet, Solid Brass-$1.80