The Leather Element: All About Belts Part 1

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All about belts! In part one of this series, Chuck discusses sizing a belt and different types of buckles and fasteners. We'll show how to measure for a belt and make a belt template. Chuck also shows a variety of different buckle styles and fastener options.
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1:15 Sizing a Belt
4:08 Size Chart
5:09 Hole Measurements
5:54 Belt Buckle Types
6:19 Belt Keeper/Loop
8:33 Snaps and Fasteners

[@F0XD1E]

Looking forward to part 2! Never trust pant sizes for your belt. Fashion companies lie. Always measure!

[@fliperskater]

That's some nice information!!!! Thank you Chuck!

[@dperisty1]

This has to be the best belt video on KZbin!! Thanks, Chuck!

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Wow, thanks so much, Derek!

[@chapmanrider9527]

I made the measuring belt and then used it to get the size for my brotherinlaw. (Funny...He said the measuring belt was wrong) I made a belt for him and it fit perfectly! Thanks Chuck!

[@bowreality1564]

Such good videos Chuck. I am about to make my first two belts and I KNOW I am ready. 🤯

[@wilsonmiller1903]

Great video, I’m new to leather craft and belts aren’t that difficult so I’m looking forward to see the part two

[@janstenvall2224]

You are such an inspiration. Thanks.

[@bradleywhite4902]

Loved your last series on belt making. This new series is only going to be better. I love making belts and sell them to help a charity. 👍

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thank you, Bradley! What a great cause!

[@bhepburn1344]

Chuck thank you so much for this. Your phrase “the belt never lies” inspired me to make my own sizing belt. Keep up the good work.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Great to hear, thank you!

[@bradreed1885]

Love the double prong buckle. Please consider doing a video on making a belt like the one you have in the video with a double prong buckle.

[@muppetcp2000]

I have learned so much from this KZbin channel

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

So glad to hear, thank you so much!

[@ewill3435]

Belts are amazing beginner projects as they can be as simple or as detailed as you want to make it. I've been wearing my first belt for well over 2 years now and it's still going strong, but with the knowledge I've gained in that time, I'm starting work on my second!

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Totally agree!

[@PeteSudlow]

Perfect timing, Chuck! Started making my first belt this afternoon! Thanks!

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

How cool, hope you had fun with it!

[@PeteSudlow]

@@WeaverLeatherSupply I certainly did! And much of what you covered helped immensely! Thanks!

[@kellanaldous7092]

My friend recently had a weight loss surgery, and I told him when he's done losing weight I'll make him a custom belt to fit his new frame :D

[@digitaIgorilla]

Can honestly say I always go with Chicago Screws. Love the industrial look. But we all get our preferences 😉

[@1a1u0g9t4s2u]

This would be helpful if included in the 7 chapter belt making play list. Thanks for sharing.

[@careylogan7639]

Great can do video!!!

[@variegatedmusic4366]

Realy good video👍

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Thank you, glad you like it!

[@szilvah497]

This is so useful. I sell clothing online. The reason why it is hard to tell what exact size belt we need is because each pair of pants will fit differently: Depending on the measurement of the rise of the pants they will sit on a different height of out waist. Therefore, the belt will need to adjust to each pair of our pants:o)

[@guitarguymi]

Watching this made me remember a time where I wouldn't fit in a xl now I'm firmly a medium.

[@jimathey6153]

OLD LEATHER SMITH here, Great Job Chuck, I believe a beginner will B happy with all the choices, God's BLESSINGS ✝️⚾🙃

[@darrellcollins4268]

Chuck, could you possibly do a video on how to size for and make a ranger style belt?

[@asmith7876]

We bought our house from the neighbor, it was his family home. They were dairy farmers and we bought the last few acres of his family farm. I made him a belt with the house and barn on it, finished in a basketweave on the remainder. He told me what size he needed....should have measured! But better too long than too short, I had to cut some off but it would have saved hours of tooling with the correct measurement. He died several years later, they buried him with it. Not sure how I feel about that!

[@woodworkinginthe21stcentur36]

Can you do suspenders sometime?

[@thatHARVguy]

Great use for a Conway Buckle.

[@alwentzel4776]

Belts Galore

[@knight4today]

As a person who has worn “trophy style” for the last 24 years, I highly recommend a belt keeper.

[@Lucky_Dandy]

When do you choose to use double layers versus single layer belts? Is it for strenght or style? Wonderful belts by the way.

[@maxhoyle2134]

Question not on a belt, but related, if making an holster whats best way to line it to minimize holster wear on firearm? Thanks

[@JnJShiffler]

any pattern downloads for belt ends for a wide range of belt widths?

[@SabbirAhmed-dq6sm]

Can I apply Olive oil/ Vaseline on leather straps to protect cracks/ or soften?

[@brandonevans3573]

Curiosity, can you do a hair on hide underlay belt or wallet?

[@timmyandtammycoins9738]

Hey Chuck how much is it to for you to make about size 38 to 45

[@tommycavazos4867]

How do you measure for a Ranger Belt? Same 9.5”?

[@sheahenson2987]

I was always told you measure from the inside of the buckle where the prong lays against the buckle. Is this wrong? I have customers that wear trophy buckles that are 2”-2 1/4” from the heel bar to the prong. Am I measuring wrong?

[@josephshaff5194]

Braided Belts - How are those made ?

[@HandlebarWorkshops]

A couple questions: Does the weight of the leather change the sizing? That is, do you need to go with a longer belt when using 8 or 9 oz leather? Also, when looking at belt blanks on the Weaver Leather website, it gives a range of weights. I assume the leather isn't uniform along the entire length of the belt blank or the side. Does any of that need to be taken into account? Thanks for the video.

[@mikedeloach6849]

Many straps sold as Belt Blanks will be 'leveled' for uniform *maximum* thickness, and variation could be found where it thins just a little. "Pre-finished" belt blanks are often leveled and the backs are plated ...and it looks like they've been through a roller to *really* make them consistent. However, a variation of 1 oz will hardly be noticeable because "1 oz" is only 1/64th of an inch. This is where buying "belt blanks" differs from buying 'strap' --- the strap may or may not be leveled, and the variation in thickness might be an issue.

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Hi there, Going up an once or two will change the length but not by much. It’s so little I don’t really account for it. I may add ½” if I’m going with a 10/11 oz. or heavier. The varying weight isn’t a real issue. Usually an 8/9 oz. hide will be 9 oz. on one end and 8 on the other so it’s pretty insignificant.

[@thomasjefferson1883]

I’d like to see a handle wrap for a motorcycle, particularly the end cap so the wrap isn’t just a cylinder

[@johnc8387]

Idea for a leather element - female armor or to be exact the breast cups

[@GWP323]

Chuck...I have a cheap walmart all leather (100% cowhide made in India-no joke...lol) belt I bought several years ago. It's about 2" wide and has curled or warped in the middle or the middle of my back. How can I get the leather to flatten out. It's not hurting to wear it but just doesn't look nice. Thanks, George

[@utubeu8129]

I have been though it several times and I get 9 1/4 total of the ends not 9 1/2 what am I missing?

[@nealmclain6316]

How far apart are the holes

[@cayenneprepper9065]

I’m looking for a tutorial on making a leather belt that Has silver dollars inside the leather!

[@hilaryayres7395]

What leather do you recommend as I want to do some for my grandsons 👍

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

Hi Hilary, We recommend 8-10 oz. veg tanned leather. If you're wanting something pre-dyed, our English Bridle or Water Buffalo belt blanks work great! www.weaverleathersupply.com/catalog/cp_/shop-now/leather/leather-straps-belts

[@stephenmartin6995]

Is the mini belt template available as a pattern?

[@babetteleblanc7620]

That’s a good idea.

[@mikedeloach6849]

Weaver has a belt end template set available: www.weaverleathersupply.com/catalog/item-detail/65-9679/belt-end-template-set-by/pr_59515/cp_/shop-now/kits-patterns-books/patterns/leather-templates You could use that as the starting point and customize it however you like.

[@pingpong8518]

how can i buy your belt ? sir

[@youraccount7003]

Just made a belt for a good friend who is suffering severely with his health. His waist size goes from 45 inches to 32 inches literally overnight as he has up to 20 kg of fluid drained from his body in hospital. A month later he can be back up to 45 inches as he can put a kilo of weight on per day ( fluid). Sadly, it's going to be the last belt he wears.

[@santoshgajmer9825]

dear sir Namaste i would like to you USE that belt HOW MUCH Price YOU Use That belt price.

[@deetalashoma3514]

I had a belt that had "D" Rings on it , very adjustable. Like on a saddle. 👍❤️

[@TheReddeadmovie]

a interesting video would be real vs fake leather comparison when making a belt or something

[@rogerteich2650]

Howaboutavideoonpaintingleather

[@mandlanginindzaofswaziland4492]

How to get your address from Swaziland

[@WeaverLeatherSupply]

You can use the Weaver mailing address: PO Box 68 Mt Hope, Ohio 44660

[@johntyson9102]

Hello I am watching video all your videos and I would like to see a iPad video thanks

[@briansmith9734]

You know those type of belt are for all who doesn't have dunlap's disease

[@hilaryayres7395]

Sorry I am making belts for my Grandsons

[@onetwoflowerz660]

First!!

[@wilsonmiller1903]

I was first on a live with chuck!