Vintagecollectkr
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For the past decade, I’ve been collecting vintage Americana, military pieces, leather jackets, boots, and anything with real history behind it.
And somewhere along that journey, I realized something which
I could never find a belt that truly matched my taste.
Something tough, long-lasting, and simple enough to wear with anything.
I looked at new makers as well brands like RRL, Kapital, and a few others.
Beautiful work, of course, but at a price where I’d rather buy a lifetime leather jacket.
So I decided to try making my own.
Nothing fancy just at my small home workspace.
I visited a local leather shop, picked up some hardware and Canadian veg-tanned cowhide, and began experimenting with my own custom builds.
I made two for myself to practice, and then a few more for family and close friends as I gradually learned the craft.
To my surprise, I really enjoyed it.
It’s challenging, but deeply satisfying and maybe I do have a bit of a knack for it.
I thought I’d share a bit of this journey with you all here, since many of you appreciate the old ways and hand crafted work.
I’m not posting my personal account, and nothing here is for sale just sharing the process, the mistakes, and the fun of learning something new.
Not for sale. I won’t be sharing my personal account
This is my tiny work place haha
belts I made so far for my self (no judging by quality..it's my first work)
today's work view
thanks for reading!
And somewhere along that journey, I realized something which
I could never find a belt that truly matched my taste.
Something tough, long-lasting, and simple enough to wear with anything.
I looked at new makers as well brands like RRL, Kapital, and a few others.
Beautiful work, of course, but at a price where I’d rather buy a lifetime leather jacket.
So I decided to try making my own.
Nothing fancy just at my small home workspace.
I visited a local leather shop, picked up some hardware and Canadian veg-tanned cowhide, and began experimenting with my own custom builds.
I made two for myself to practice, and then a few more for family and close friends as I gradually learned the craft.
To my surprise, I really enjoyed it.
It’s challenging, but deeply satisfying and maybe I do have a bit of a knack for it.
I thought I’d share a bit of this journey with you all here, since many of you appreciate the old ways and hand crafted work.
I’m not posting my personal account, and nothing here is for sale just sharing the process, the mistakes, and the fun of learning something new.
Not for sale. I won’t be sharing my personal account
