New belt day … after 37 years.

[Montello]

After 37 years service I’ve finally got a new belt. There have been others but this one is worn most days.

The old one, left, has moulded to my shape and has a permanent curve.

New one is hand made and lovely quality. Made in England.

With a monogram imprint.

Got it here. (No affiliation)


https://www.chadwickbelts.co.uk/

[petethegeek]

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[Montello]

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Lol, the old one isn’t for sale … buy I may trade for a 9,xxx,xxx series 1016. (Same vintage)

[RobDad]

I suspect it was cheaper than a posh leather watch strap?!? - or even a mid range Hirsch?

[Montello]

I suspect it was cheaper than a posh leather watch strap?!? - or even a mid range Hirsch?

Indeed, plus made to measure to my specifications for leather and buckle.

With a monogram imprint.

Got it here. (No affiliation)


https://www.chadwickbelts.co.uk/

[RobDad]

Shows what mugs we WIS are!

[Montello]

Shows what mugs we WIS are!

Does make watch straps look expensive…

[bwest76]

Ive had cars and motorbikes cost less than these hand forged belts.



https://hebtro.co/product-category/belts/

[mindforge]

Indeed, plus made to measure to my specifications for leather and buckle.

With a monogram imprint.

Got it here. (No affiliation)


https://www.chadwickbelts.co.uk/

I have one from there, too, a few years old. I bought in the natural leather to see it age and now it's turning a nice honey colour. Already has the curve in it too plus various scuffs and scrapes weathering it nicely.

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[mindforge]

I have one from there, too, a few years old. I bought in the natural leather to see it age and now it's turning a nice honey colour. Already has the curve in it too plus various scuffs and scrapes weathering it nicely.

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Here's my now aged belt, on some heavyweight Samurai denim which is also wearing in nicely.

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[100thmonkey]

Id get straps
Made out of the old one

[JonRA]

I wish my belt was the same length as those I wore 37 years ago :)

[bwest76]

Id get straps
Made out of the old one

Thats just was what I was thinking.

Send it to Silvermans, they will hint that it was worn on "The Balcony" or something and charge a small fortune for one.

[stefmcd]

I bought what I presume is a fake Levi's belt at a Turkish market 22 years ago. Still going strong. Best £10 I've ever spent.

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[Passenger]

I bought what I presume is a fake Levi's belt at a Turkish market 22 years ago. Still going strong. Best £10 I've ever spent.

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Collectors piece congrats.

[Montello]

I have one from there, too, a few years old. I bought in the natural leather to see it age and now it's turning a nice honey colour. Already has the curve in it too plus various scuffs and scrapes weathering it nicely.

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Looks like it’s wearing well, feels like it will take a bit of breaking in.

Id get straps
Made out of the old one

Nice idea but the leather would be too thick wouldn’t it?

I wish my belt was the same length as those I wore 37 years ago :)

I’m pretty much on the same hole too, eat sensibly and exercise. 👍

[Kingstepper]

Nice idea but the leather would be too thick wouldn’t it?

Could be skived.

[MrSmith]

Partner bought me an oak bark tanned belt from here: https://www.handmadeleatherbelts.co....-leather-belt/
Leather comes from JFJ Baker the only oak bark tannery in the UK.
It’s a great looking belt and will only improve with age, comes with a leather key fob/polish/leather balm.

[Montello]

Partner bought me an oak bark tanned belt from here: https://www.handmadeleatherbelts.co....-leather-belt/
Leather comes from JFJ Baker the only oak bark tannery in the UK.
It’s a great looking belt and will only improve with age, comes with a leather key fob/polish/leather balm.

Indeed, plus made to measure to my specifications for leather and buckle.

With a monogram imprint.

Got it here. (No affiliation)


https://www.chadwickbelts.co.uk/

Nice to see these artisan businesses doing well and providing excellent products.

[gerrudd]

Partner bought me an oak bark tanned belt from here: https://www.handmadeleatherbelts.co....-leather-belt/
Leather comes from JFJ Baker the only oak bark tannery in the UK.
It’s a great looking belt and will only improve with age, comes with a leather key fob/polish/leather balm.

I bought a brown belt from them last year and I'm very happy with it. My black work belt is also on it's last legs. I'll be buying the replacement from handmadeleatherbelts. FYI they are closed until mid February.

[Enoch]

I borrowed this belt from a school mate in 1978. I was 16 and had a 28” waist. My mates dad worked for Philip Morris, and the belt had a lovely Marlboro buckle depicting a cowboy on a horse. The buckle sadly went missing many years ago, but the belt remains and is still in use although my waist is now 32” and I’m on the 3rd hole from the end.