R3vlimited leather belts discussion.

[F34R]

Got a pic? Still doesn't sound like a big deal, depending on how it is mounted.

What about just using a hammer with it? I've used similar sized stamps in leather with no heat. Soaking the leather helps a lot as well.

This is English Bridle, it is a hot stuffed leather and pretty much repels water. I'm just going to get a normal 3D image stamp and use heat and an arbor press to make the mark. Does the same thing and I think I can find someone to do it cheaper.

[AndrewBird]

This is no ordinary stamp; it is a chunk of brass that is attached to an electric branding iron that heats the metal up and get pressed into the leather.

Got a pic? Still doesn't sound like a big deal, depending on how it is mounted.

What about just using a hammer with it? I've used similar sized stamps in leather with no heat. Soaking the leather helps a lot as well.

[F34R]

Thanks man, that's awesome! I wish I hadn't pulled the trigger on em last night now, but 2 heavy drinks later, and I my inhibitions went out the window. I had to have them now. I wonder if I can start a new account to take advantage of that discount. I'm looking forward to forgetting I ordered them, so I'm super surprised when they come in the mail. Also, looking forward to seeing this belt. Thanks again.

All you need is a second email and CCard.

[chucktea]

Thanks man, that's awesome! I wish I hadn't pulled the trigger on em last night now, but 2 heavy drinks later, and I my inhibitions went out the window. I had to have them now. I wonder if I can start a new account to take advantage of that discount. I'm looking forward to forgetting I ordered them, so I'm super surprised when they come in the mail. Also, looking forward to seeing this belt. Thanks again.

[F34R]

Didn't know what Gustin was till I saw your post. I've been looking for a real pair of jeans for a long time that didn't cost over 200, and I'm really interested to see if their business model works out. My girl thinks I'm crazy for dropping 100 bucks on some Italian denim, but I did it anyways and now we wait...

OP I'm interested but I would like to see the 1.5" width version with your new buckle before making a commitment. I think the belt/buckle in the picture is too wide for me. Also, what size will the stamp be? Thanks!

https://www.weargustin.com/invite_from/6151

^ Save some money on your first pair of Gustin with that link.

My new buckle will only be coming in 1.5" and 1-3/4" the standard size belt for men is 1.5" but a pair of jeans can handle up to 2",

Stamp size is: .450" high x 1.50” wide

[chucktea]

Ill be first to pony up. LMK. Will go with the Gustin chinos and jeans I have ordered.

Didn't know what Gustin was till I saw your post. I've been looking for a real pair of jeans for a long time that didn't cost over 200, and I'm really interested to see if their business model works out. My girl thinks I'm crazy for dropping 100 bucks on some Italian denim, but I did it anyways and now we wait...

OP I'm interested but I would like to see the 1.5" width version with your new buckle before making a commitment. I think the belt/buckle in the picture is too wide for me. Also, what size will the stamp be? Thanks!

[F34R]

Any other buckle choices? Or what are the specs on that one? Cobra type with leather?

I am currently working on a master in wax that I am getting made up for my official buckle, so for now I am thinning out my normal ones that are solid brass with a nickel finish.

They are for a 1.5" wide belt.

[TimeMachinE30]

Any other buckle choices? Or what are the specs on that one? Cobra type with leather?

[mrsleeve]

I know there are not many of us on here that would have need for the extra strength but its good to know there is another option out there when my Filson double finally gives up on me that I have had for more than decade now. Since flison has been cheaping out on the buckles and the ability to change them in the last few years when these are wore out you know who I am coming to ;)

My X frame (hiking bear deterrent ) is about 4lbs unloaded btw lol and with 5 Federal 300gr vital shocks its a bit over 4.25 lbs all by it self and its not the only thing on my belt

[F34R]

brandon have you every considered doing a double layered belt?? For a bit more rugged use and lends it self to heavier belt loads with very little stretching over time??? I know this prolly the wrong thread to mention it in.

Not the wrong thread, but most belts are a very light weight where my belts are nearly 6mm thick...I COULD run them through the sewing machine and make a 10-12mm thick belt if someone desired it. I know this is a thing for hunters and guys that tend to carry things on their belts with hunting or hiking etc.

I stand behind one of my belts in a 1-3/4 or 2" to handle anything a hunter could ever latch on there. They will not roll over or bend :) I know most belts out there are a thin fake leather with a plastic strip inside the sandwich to make it ridged.

[mrsleeve]

brandon have you every considered doing a double layered belt?? For a bit more rugged use and lends it self to heavier belt loads with very little stretching over time??? I know this prolly the wrong thread to mention it in.

[F34R]

thanks man!

I have been doing a bit of research and I figure I can just use a torch on a chunk of steel with an arbor press to do the same thing(rule out the expensive branding tool).
I do the same process for oil-tanned leather items that I make, I just heat up my leaf stamp on the stove and press it down for a bit.

[TimeMachinE30]

Ill be first to pony up. LMK. Will go with the Gustin chinos and jeans I have ordered.

[F34R]

wow this sounds cool. And all your work is great. I am interested.

Thank! I did some numbers and I only need about 7 people to make this happen, I would love to see 10 to get this going though.

You might try contacting a machine shop about making a stamp. CNC milling the logo into a block of steel should be way less than $300.

This is no ordinary stamp; it is a chunk of brass that is attached to an electric branding iron that heats the metal up and get pressed into the leather.

[AndrewBird]

You might try contacting a machine shop about making a stamp. CNC milling the logo into a block of steel should be way less than $300.