Here’s a look at how my customers’ purchases are aging over time. Each item will develop its own unique patina depending on how you use it, how often, and what it’s exposed to. That’s the magic of using high-end Full Grain Vegetable Tanned Leather.
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The steel core leather gun belt is by far the most durable and tough belt you will ever find. Each one is handmade here in my small U.S. workshop on a per order basis, to your specifications. I recommend the steel core reinforcement for those that tend to carry full size sidearms and perhaps a mag or two or more. It'll handle a fair amount of weight. We use a special type of spring steel that allows the belt to conform to your body without barely adding additional weight. There's an option for a webbing core as well for those looking for more comfort while still helping to prevent stretch over time.
All buckles are solid brass and you have the option of the exterior finish. The leather I use is the top tier in the industry, called full grain leather (densest fiber count), and I source it from the best and oldest tannery in the U.S. You will not find leather that is as durable as this, or that ages with a rich patina over time. Two solid brass chicago screws hold the buckle in place and allow you to swap it out if need be.
All edges have been sanded, beveled, burnished and waxed. Each reinforced leather gun belt goes out the door with my own shop made leather conditioner, meant to keep it in great shape for years to come.
You are supporting a true American small business. Our workshop was founded in the U.S. over a decade ago. We use the highest grade full-grain vegetable tanned leather from the top U.S. Tannery (over 150 years running), as well as buy our supplies from other U.S. businesses. We are proud to be known for our honest American quality.
Reinforced Leather Gun Belt – 1.5 inch width
Starting At: $306
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This belt is about 1.5 inches wide and 1/4 inch thick (that’s about four stacked quarters).
DOUBLE LAYER + STEEL REINFORCEMENT:
By far the strongest gun belt around. You can load up this belt with a full size weapon, several mags and probably a bit more. I use a high grade of spring steel sandwiched in between the leather starting just before the tightest hole setting and ending just before the chicago screws. The belt is highly resistant to pinching on the width and bowing overall. It’s actually still fairly comfortable to wear.
DOUBLE LAYER + WEBBING:
An alternate to the steel core is the nylon webbing reinforcement. Webbing is known for the fact that it will not stretch and when placed inside a double layer full grain belt, it does it’s job well to help prevent stretch. The leather I use on these belts generally will not stretch much at all after the initial few weeks of break in, but over time if you carry often or carry heavy, then this may be a good compromise.
SIZE:
To get an accurate size measurement use your current belt and place the holster on it in the way you would normally wear it. Note that IWB/concealed holsters typically require a longer belt, so measuring this way will account for that. Then please see the size chart photo for details on how to get your correct belt size by measuring your own belt. Don’t use pants or waist size as it will not work and we cannot exchange or refund for size.
THREAD:
We use an extremely thick thread typically used in the saddle and horse tack industry. It’s meant to be UV resistant and holds up well over time. Currently there are two color options, Natural – which is an off-white color and Black – which may be appropriate for the black colored belts if you prefer.
BUCKLE OPTIONS:
All buckles are made of solid brass and have an outer finish of your choice. Depending on the belt style and width you choose, certain options may not be available. Currently the black PVD buckles are only available in 1.5″ widths.
PERSONALIZATION:
On this belt, personalization will go on the back side on the tan liner next to the maker stamp for all double layer belts. For single layer belts I place it between the two chicago screw on the back side of the buckle area. Each personalization will be surrounded by two diamond marks.
Note on the handmade process: Numerous tools and machines are used to make this belt, there may be the occasional marking on the leather. If it cuts into the leather, I always replace the piece before shipping out. Once in a while the sewing machine will ‘skip a stitch’ resulting in one slightly longer stitch about a fraction of a millimeter in length. In order to remedy this I cut that stitch out, and re-stitch about 3 stitches before and 3 after. This in turn technically makes it even stronger.
Discounts: Due to the amount of work required to make this type of belt it may not be eligible for the same discounts as other items in the shop.
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