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Vegetable Tanned Leather vs Chrome Tanned Leather When searching for the perfect leather for your project, you may find that there are many different options. It is beneficial to look into the …

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What is Brass Hardware? What is it made of?Brass is a metallic alloy, made of copper and zinc. The amount of copper and zinc can vary, which creates different kinds of brass alloys.Characteristics o …

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Maine Thread Since 1958 this brick and mortar company, located in Lewiston Maine, has been manufacturing their signature product waxed cord. They began supplying their threads to the footwear i …

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What is PVD? PVD = Physical Vapor Deposition PVD is a process carried out in high vacuum at temperatures between 150 and 500 °C. PVD is applied similar to electroplating where …

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Riri Zippers Buckleguy.com is on of the select US distributors of Riri Zippers in the leather goods and accessories trade.  Who is Riri? Riri is one of the most widely recognized …

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Measuring the thickness of leather has most commonly been done in ounces. 1oz = 1/64 inch. On Buckleguy we sell a range of leather belt straps that range between 8-10oz OR 3.2mm - 4mm. The rea …

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