Recent content by Big Steve

Damn which jacket is that?

I did some hand stitching a while back - but the time isn't feasible for me. On my current production belts, I need expediency, consistency and a uniform look. Not that you can't get that hand stitched but the time to get there and what you'd have to charge doesn't make it an avenue I'd...

What's interesting is that they're not actually casted or stamped - so the labor going into them is more. Different approach to things I suppose.

Ohh I agree with you 100% there - it does take a whole other skill to convince a consumer they need a 200 belt (one with no carving, excessive design, features etc.). Who knew....master manipulators turning a belt into a Veblen good, still working on mastering that one lol. And as to your...

That's certainly a premium price point for a belt, however dependent on the type of leather used, the buckle utilized and overall fit/finish I could certainly see it. There's a smith shop up in Detroit that hand-makes buckles - they're pricey, but locating US handmade things are A. limited and...

You also need to take into consideration how you treat the edges....leave raw, burnish, edge kote etc. What if its a non center bar style buckle, than you've got to make a keeper. Not sure what prices the talking head on youtube was saying but if you get into a belt with copious amounts of...

Still on the hunt for one of these.

Looking for a size 46-48 LONG Filson Double Mac Cruiser. Preference is for gray, charcoal or possibly forest green.

Now that's cool !!

Gotcha, well good luck on your hunt !

Did you check with Stetson ?

Having some fun with a few TV inspired creations.

Got a way to go though, funding-wise.