Buckleguy Guides & Tips

A well-set rivet is one of those small details that quietly makes a leather project feel finished. It sits cleanly, holds firm, and looks like it was meant to be there. A poorly matched rivet is a lit …

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Choosing veg tan leather is easier when you start by considering the finished project. A wallet, belt, bag handle, tote panel, prototype, and small production run all ask different things from the mat …

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Some hardware components quietly carry the entire workload of a product without receiving much attention. Bolt snaps fall firmly into that category. They are opened and closed thousands of times, expo …

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In leathercraft, the smallest details often carry the greatest responsibility. A well-cut strap, beautifully burnished edge, or carefully stitched seam can only go so far if the hardware holding every …

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Some materials never lose their place in craftsmanship. Vegetable tanned leather has been trusted by artisans, saddle makers, leatherworkers, and manufacturers for generations because it combines …

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Michael J. Fox Foundation, Tunnel to Towers Foundation, and ASPCA to receive share of $10,000 donated as part of Buckleguy Charity of the Year program. Buckleguy Charity of the Year 20 …

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