This sturdy 10-11 oz BLACK drum dyed bridle leather belt is the same premium product that I've made for thousands of SCA and Ren-Faire participants. It is sealed the full length on all sides to prevent die transfer onto your attire.   It measures 1" and approx 72" (or more) in length so that it can be knotted in Half Windsor/SCA fashion.   It comes complete with an appropriately sized 0-ring for closure.  The ONE belt you'll be getting can be customized to suit your preferences.

Options:  ALL ARE INCLUDED FOR FREE.  NO EXTRA CHARGE.   (it's just good belt-making.)

• Ring:  Your choice of a Chrome Steel Ring, Solid Brass, or a true historic Bronze Spanish Naval Ring (over 100 years old).  Chrome Steel is the Default choice.

• Color: Black or Chestnut ONLY.  This color chart is included in case you might wish to look at our other belt auctions where more colors may be found.
  

•  Length: This belt is a minimum of 72" but we generally have longer straps on hand.  Just ask, and we'll make it happen.  Shorter is very easy too, but please be careful and don't make it too small for you.  The formula is WAIST + 10 inches + about how long you'll want the tail.  If we don't hear from you we'll assume that 72+/-" is good as that fits most folks pretty well.
  

• Finished end: Square cut or diagonal cut.    We'll trim the end with a diagonal cut unless you tell us otherwise.

• Width: This item is 1 inch wide.

• Other Widths:  *different auctions* or extra charge

            If you'd prefer a different width.....

            ** 1 1/2 inch ring belt - visit our other auctions and check out the BEST SELLING & MOST ACCLAIMED RING BELT ON EBAY
            **2 1/2 inch - The EXTRA WIDE ** in Chestnut Brown or Black with a Black or Chrome ring.  +$22 additional

The title of that other auction is 6'+ BLACK RING BELT, SCA, Faire, Sword, Pirate, Rennie.  Much like this one, It's the one that many hundreds of other satisfied customers have bought.

This fine belt is handmade entirely with hand tools in our smoke free workshop.   Please contact us within 3 days after the end of the auction, and make payment within 7 days.   We ship fast via USPS FCM (or better) with delivery confirmation.  We are happy to ship internationally and insurance is included in this rate.  Multiple items get a discount for combined shipping.

Satisfaction policy - Your happiness with our products is a top priority.   See our feedback and know that this represents our sincere commitment to our customers.  Please contact us if you have any problem with what we've sent.  The deal's not done til everyone leaves smiling.

Buy It Now Special Offer:  We will include a

Free Brain Teaser metal puzzle

This picture is representative of the item on auction.  Which means that I don't take a picture of EVERY belt that I make.

How to Tie One On: Some customers have mentioned that they don't know how to tie these belts.  While the half windsor knot is very easy once you've done it, sometimes it takes a little teaching the first time.  Here's a graphic that will help first time wearers.

1. Pass the belt through the ring.
2. Run the end "wrong side" outwards underneath while holding the ring.
3. Pass the belt back down through the loop you created.
4. Adjust tension as needed.
5. Voila!
   

Cautionary tales..... there are other auctions out there that aren't selling what you'd probably want.

Thickness/Weight of Leather
Belts of much thinner grade leather have been sold on ebay for somewhat less or somewhat more than what we ask.  Every belt maker claims to make the best belts along with the inferiority of others.  Our decades of experience has shown that a bridle leather belt has a lifespan of at least as many decades despite any outlandish claims to the contrary.  It should come as no surprise that more costly leather delivers a better result.

Length of Leather
We've noticed some auctions for 55-65 inch belts.  A person with a 36" waist will have only a 6 inch tail after the half Windsor knot uses up a foot (it does).  So if you're a really tiny person, or want a really short tail end that'll be fine.  However, be aware that using 10-20" less leather is how their prices are slightly lower.

Finished Edges

It's possible to take a ring and attach it to a strip of leather and call that done.  But a good belt should have a finished bevel to the sides.  Trying to substitute mojo for fact will make a belt that is less that you deserve.  Check those edges...

ps.  We wish to thank our many customers for the overwhelming response to our belts.  We have been delighted to serve you and make the best belts in the known worlde. 

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