BELTS......I now make belts.....

[rayban]

Heavy duty.....and...they are nice looking. They will not only keep your pants up, but also carry your holster, sheath, and anything else you need carrying on ya.

I make them from cowhide, as well as horsehide.
Contact me for more info.

[TripleF]

Knice

[jmh58]

I got one and luv it!!! Nice and heavy duty.. BUY NOW!!! John

[RobesonsRme.com]

Those look very nice.

How did you secure the loop around the buckle? Staples, Brads, or brass male/female nuts?

Charlie Noyes

[rayban]

Those look very nice.

How did you secure the loop around the buckle? Staples, Brads, or brass male/female nuts?

Charlie Noyes

Thanks Charlie, I use Chicago screws (2) to attach the belt buckle.

[FRJ]

Nice belts!!!
Where do you get your horsehide?

[rayban]

Nice belts!!!
Where do you get your horsehide?

Horween in Chicago.

[jerryd6818]

Fine looking belts. I think that's just what I'm looking for. How do cowhide and horsehide compare for everyday wear, shape retention and stretching over time? My current belt (width = 1 3/8") has put in 15+ years of great service and is ready to retire. Can you come within a close proximity of replicating the color on this old friend and pants holder upper. (I don't expect it to be exact. Just horseshoes and hand grenades close will work.)

I saw this one on your website and it looks like it will probably work, color and all. I'll PM for purchase details when I'm ready to pull the trigger.

[rayban]

Fine looking belts. I think that's just what I'm looking for. How do cowhide and horsehide compare for everyday wear, shape retention and stretching over time? My current belt (width = 1 3/8") has put in 15+ years of great service and is ready to retire. Can you come within a close proximity of replicating the color on this old friend and pants holder upper. (I don't expect it to be exact. Just horseshoes and hand grenades close will work.)

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I saw this one on your website and it looks like it will probably work, color and all. I'll PM for purchase details when I'm ready to pull the trigger.

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Man....if that belt could talk, I bet it could tell some hellacious stories.
It looks more like light brown to me, whereas the belt I made below it is actually tan. It could be that the bright Cubs logo in the background is influencing the eye and robbing the belt of red...but I digress....
It's a fact that horsehide is denser than cow...and some will tell you that horse is better to make anything with than cow....I don't totally agree. It's a matter of splitting hairs, IMO.....
I like working with horsehide, and I'm happy to do so when it is requested of me, more and more these days. I especially like the "character" spots and marks that you'll find in it...but you will not get short-changed with a cowhide belt that I would make for you.
The double row of stitching really adds to the stiffness of the belt and to the anti-stretch factor as well.
I really like that buckle on your salty friend there...I hope you will consider using it with the replacement.
Note: conceal carry guys like belts that are about 1/4" thick, but I can also make them about 3/16" thick for those who are just wanting everyday wear, tougher than nails pants holder uppers. Still plenty thick, and will outlive us all.....
I look forward to working with you on your next one...
Semper Fi.
RG

[jerryd6818]

Man....if that belt could talk, I bet it could tell some hellacious stories.

It looks more like light brown to me,

I really like that buckle on your salty friend there...I hope you will consider using it with the replacement.

but I can also make them about 3/16" thick for those who are just wanting everyday wear, tougher than nails pants holder uppers. Still plenty thick, and will outlive us all.....
I look forward to working with you on your next one...
Semper Fi.
RG

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Lots of stories but not too many I would want told.

I think you're right. I think it was light brown when it was new and actually I prefer light brown.

That buckle definitely goes on the new belt. It's way too salty to retire.

I think 3/16" thick is perfect. Please PM a shipped price along with payment preferences, for a 44" with dyed thread (One like the last picture in your opening post will do just fine). Please include an address I can send this buckle to. I like the idea of horsehide but for all practical purposes, I think cowhide will outlast my sorry old hide.

Do or die.

[jerryd6818]

Ordered a belt from Rick and it came in the mail today. Very, very nice. I'm totally pleased with the belt and Rick's customer service. The next time I'm in need of a belt the first person I'll call will be RG Leathers (if he's still alive ).

Buy with confidence. It's a real quality product.

[jmh58]

Rick also makes some kick-azzz sheaths, pouches, knife holder thingys.. Have 3 so far and plan to get a few more!! Great work.. John