High-Quality Leather Strap for DIY Belts (Belt Blank) - Outlet

High-Quality Leather Strap for DIY Belts (Belt Blank)

How to Use Your Strap

This leather belt blank is your canvas. It's the foundation that you can customize as you wish. Simply choose a buckle that suits your style, attach it, punch the holes for the fastening, and adjust the length if needed. You can further decorate the strap with tooling, dyeing, or embossing, or leave it in its beautiful, natural state. It's the perfect opportunity to create a personal and functional accessory that will serve you for years.

Available Product Options:

• Material: Fine-grain buffalo leather
• Leather Thickness: approx. 3.2 - 3.6 mm (8-9 oz)
• Available Widths: 12 mm (~0.5"), 20 mm (~0.75"), 25 mm (~1"), 30 mm (~1.25"), 38 mm (~1.5")
• Available Lengths: 120 cm (~47"), 160 cm (~63"), 170 cm (~67")
• Available Colours: Black, Brown, Red, Natural Light (undyed)

As this is a traditional handcrafted product, please allow for minor variations in the exact dimensions.

Belts and Their Importance in History

Historically, a belt was far more than just a practical item for holding up trousers. It was a symbol of status, adulthood, and profession. Knights and soldiers would hang their swords, daggers, and other weapons from it. Craftsmen and merchants carried their coin purses and necessary tools on it. The adornment and material of a belt often spoke volumes about the wealth and social standing of its owner. For Vikings, for example, a richly decorated belt with a cast buckle was a sign of great success and prestige.

How to Care for Your Leather Strap

To keep your leather looking beautiful and functional for as long as possible, it needs proper care. It's not complicated at all:

• Protect from Water: Leather is a natural material. Prolonged exposure to moisture or getting it completely soaked is harmful. If it gets wet, let it air dry at room temperature. Never dry it on a radiator or in direct sunlight!
• Cleaning: Remove coarse dirt with a soft brush. Wipe away any remaining grime with a slightly damp cloth, ideally with a drop of saddle soap.
• Conditioning: From time to time, especially if the leather feels dry, treat it with a leather balm or wax. This will provide it with necessary nourishment and keep it supple.
• What to Avoid: Do not use aggressive chemical cleaners, solvents, or washing powders. This would permanently damage the leather.

A high-quality branded product by Lord Of Battles®