I once towed my friend's motorcycle with my handmade Mexican belt. It's super thick, and I use it for work. Like you said, I like a dressed up work belt.
I'm a leatherworker myself and have made quite a few belts but still bought one from Carmine Jack. They use Baker's leather which is the best belt leather available - seriously cannot think of anything better. I've been wearing mine daily for four months and it has aged beautifully; notably the leather is crazy thick and it has not stretched at all. And Carmine Jack is the official Baker's leather distributor in the US so nobody beats their pricing.
I've got 3 belts from Pigeon tree crafting and as someone who has owned many craftmans belts I can say that while they all use top quality leather and most have good features like teardrop holes only the pigeon tree belts have the truly unbeatable quick release system. It has never in 6 years come undone by accident and makes using one of these thick leather belts so much more liveable.
I own both the Mountain Belt and the Navy Sedgwick belt with the double prong copper buckle from Pigeon Tree Crafting. The pigeon tree belt has an amazing level of finishing that makes you want to hang it on display instead of wear it. It’s definitely one of the few things I own that can my big smooth brain smile.
I have 3 Hanks belts and they are superb but their buckles are well made in China. MACK BELTS make their own buckles on-site with American machines and are the best belts I have found! They could use your teardrop or oval hole comment to make their buckles lay flatter though.
I have been using the occidental leather 1 1/2” belt for about ten years and while it has held up and matches my tool belt, I would not recommend it. They use a red dye that, when I sweat a lot in the summer, has stained my pants. I am thinking of replacing it with the nick’s belt. I have two pair of their boots and love them.
Well late to this video lol....My favorite belt is the Filson double prong. It has a D ring on the side for a carbiner clip on your keys. My only negative of this belt are the sizes run very small.
I love a good thich leather belt. The safety it assures, keeping everything where it should be. I love the rugged feel and design of the craft & lore and hollows.
I have a custom made by a smaller leather worker gun belt made from 2 layers of 1/8” thick leather glued and sewn together. When I first put this belt on I was wowed! Today if I’m not wearing it I wear a 5mm thick belt of two layers of Red Wing Briar Oil Slick Leather. It’s pretty but not as solid feeling as the thicker gun belt which is my number one. I’m looking now at ordering a new belt from Mean Gene. Thanks for the video and giving out the makers names.
There’s a leather shop in Frankenmuth, Michigan that I visit every couple years and always pickup a new belt. They have EVERY variety imaginable but I usually gravitate to the artisanal, more beefy thick rugged style. One that won’t wither under the weight of a full frame GLOCK for instance. But this place is my Go-To for all leather goods.
I know I'm three year's late, but happy you mention Nick's Belts. They are awesome still rockin mine. Also check out there new Steel Core Gun Belt, I'm still waiting for mine though.
I too was searching for the perfect leather belt. I had a hard time justifying the price for a natural CXL belt from Pigeon Tree, but I’m extremely happy with my 3 belts from a brand called Thirteen50 Leather; made in USA, lifetime guarantee, solid brass hardware + chicago screws, and very thick 12 - 14 oz leather all sourced from USA tanneries, all of that for $53 (currently $43). My personal favorite is the Big Hoss belt which uses Old World Harness leather from Hermann Oak Tannery here in the US, it’s the perfect leather for a hard wearing belt.
The best belts in my opinion are Mexican Piteado belts I have one vegtan leather and beautiful embroidery a bit pricey but I have my dads as well as a new one and my dad is easily 30 years old and still looks great
I have a Craft and Lore Mountain Belt, and it is a tank of a belt. It very thick, and will take a bit of breaking in. But I love it, it is my go to belt for any outdoor activity.
A good belt needs to be made from two strips of quality leather in alternating grain, glued and stitched together in a quarter inch thick finished product. I need a belt that can hold a 40 oz gun, and spare mags without sagging.
@@kawlreaper I can’t find what kind of leather Mean Gene Leather uses. I know “The Premier” from Hank’s Belts uses two layers of vegetable tanned full-grain English bridle leather. It comes out to 18oz, 1.5” wide and 1/4” thick.
@@andrewsalazar98 let me seen i can find out. I have the reinforced shooters belt and have definitely put it through its paces. Pistol and one/two mags..every day. Love it. www.meangeneleather.com/shop/mgl-shooters-belt/
Yup, if you're looking for something that stands up to abuse and can carry more weight than just your pants, something like this is 100% the way to go.
Boston Leather 1 3/4 Garrison belt!!!! Perfect workbelt, gunbelt, etc. They are often found in western pictures and are known to hold up for years! I'm disappointed you didn't mention that!! (LOL) And they're not that expensive either!! Though, not all such belts are created equal, granted. But to my knowledge, Boston, Jaypee, are a few of the BEST brands. There are other cheaper knockoffs that stretch out or just don't do the belt any justice. So beware!!
I like belts from RM Williams (the Australian boot maker), especially their one piece full grain leather belts. Tough but stylish, I've used a black one on dress pants in VIP meetings and a brown pair works well with jeans or moleskin.
I’m amazed Carl has never featured moleskins ! I swear by Rodd&Gunn moleskins and they would compliment the hemp shirt he is wearing , would be like wearing PJs out in public .
Great roundup. I wish I could get the aesthetic of some of these with the functionality of the Anson ratchet. Then I'd be golden, that adjustment increment is money!
Chadwick belts! He used to offer belts made to your exact measurements, seems to be currently taking a break on custom belts at the moment but he still has default sizing ones available! He used to have a for life belt available too, would be worth checking out if when he gets back up and running full time!
I've had my Mercy Supply (now Sidnaw Company) belt for 6 years and it only gets better the longer I wear it. Had to replace it this year as I'd lost enough weight that it was time to go down to a smaller belt. The new one is the exact same quality as my last and I'm looking forward to putting some hard miles on this thing. Can't recommend this company enough.
Yes! These new commers like ratchet belts and Thursday boots pops and fool guys but soon we realize that old school leather goods are the best and can not get replaced with new stuffs 😂
My favorite belt of all time is Hank’s Belts “The Premier” 1.5” belt. It’s made of two strips of vegetable-tanned Full-Grain English Bridle leather and it’s 1/4” thick and 1.5” wide. The company has amazing customer service and paid for two returns when I had ordered the wrong size two times in a row. Third time was the charm and I’ve been wearing it every day for almost a year. It’s barely broken in. They also have a 100-year warranty.
I just bought two belts from them. Same thing happened with me. Got the wrong size but no trouble at all exchanging them. That warranty seems worth it too.
Just ordered The Premiere. Their site says to go 2 sizes up from normal size for normal wear. I’m a 34 and I ordered a 38. Based on your experience, is this correct?
something i’ve noticed in this video is that stitching is the preferred method for the keeper and to hold the buckle. Now stitching is still one of the strongest ways to hold leather together, but I like a more mechanical fastener. I recently made a work belt for my self using natural veg in 8-9 oz, and for the keeper, I held it in with two copper burr rivets. It made the keeper tighter and now it cant be lost, but at the realistic draw back it is difficult to replace if it wears out, and it is fixed so if you’re not a fan, there’s no removing it. The other thing I decided to try out was two Chicago screws to hold my buckle in, and honestly i prefer them over line 24 snaps or stitching any day. When I wore a Saddle Back Tow belts, the first thing to wear out was the buckle. It got all bent up when I carried some heavy steel from point A to B, and because of the stitched in construction I was left with a $100 belt that just became a shelf ornament. That was a few years ago now, but it has certainly changed the way I look at leather goods, and how i make them in my own hobby setting. At the end of the day, those are some gorgeous belts, and they have the pride of the maker sewn right into them.
For durable, work belts, I stick to Dickies & Levi's. Go for heavy stitch & riveted. Stay away from reversible versions, screws, and thin plate-oversize buckles. Excited with the tan, undyed belt that will patina.
Carl, my Nick's belt is the king of belts. I love it. FYI - we were chatting on Instagram about CT BBQ places. Pig Rig in Wallingford is my #1, Chesters in Groton (used to have another location in Clinton) is my #2. Meats are almost tied between the two, but Pig Rig is top tier, while Chesters has better sides all around - all in my opinion, of course.
Brave Star raw leather belt has treated me well. Added a little oil to start the darkening process and it has become very attractive with heavy use outside. Going on three years now.
I recently purchased a rough out belt with nice solid brass buckle from texas saddlery. Impressive quality and value, and their customer service was great and exchanged it for a different size. I may get another for my son.
Corter Leather makes a really nice and thick veg tan belt for like $50. It’s pretty simple but has brass hardware and Chicago screws. Really great budget option for someone looking for veg tan without spending big $$.
I have to second what one of the other commenters said - the best belts aren't a single strip of leather. If all you need to do is hold your pants up, a single strip is fine, but if it has to hold up any sort of equipment as well, a double layer belt makes a world of difference. Once you try a double layer belt, you never go back. There are a ton of great options, but my current favorite is from Simply Rugged. It was $85, and the quoted lead time was right on time. They said 4 weeks, and it showed up exactly when they said it would.
I'm certainly open to other brands, but after wearing Carhartt and Duluth belts for years, I finally got myself a 1.75" walnut belt from Nick's and I'll never go back....I absolutely love this thing. My second best is my Galco dress gun belt...great product as well. Great video Carl 👍
I must agree, wherever you live there will be a local craftsman who can make you a quality belt. Both my belts are made by Chadwick Handmade Belts. It's one bloke who hand makes them. He lives in the same county as me so it was a no brainer. I was alerted to him by a RUclips video a couple of years ago by The Devon Reviewer who reviewed one of his belts.
I bought a craft and lore mountain belt probably around 2015ish. Although it is built incredibly well, it stained every pair of pants I put it on. From the looks of yours it looks like they stopped staining the inside. I had to go with a cheaper Hanks belt but I’ll definitely look into some of these other belts shown here.
Great video Carl. Got my veg tanned full grain leather belt from MandW leather for about $45. It’s four months in and it holding up great! Also many great options on Etsy, some even use Hermann Oak leather and sell for about $35.
Just like my leather wallet, it took me almost 10 attempts till I found the right one. (Red wing). Same with my belt, 6 times till I got the one I've had for 13 years (Red wing). Great review Carl.
Carmine Jack Leather in oak bark leather is great, too. I got one in natural leather with the quick release buckle and it is great - so great that I ordered another in black.
Forgot to mention, around 25 to 35 dollars and a hole punch, buckle, and you can have a punch for the end of the belt or cut it at a 45 degree angle or a semi-circle
Timberland PRO 42mm double prong leather belt. Excellent quality that stays put, resists weight, and is fairly priced at $30. I have a habit of resting heavy objects on my belt buckle as I carry them, and am often afraid of this damaging the belt. But not with the Timberland.
Just bought two belts from Hanks belts. Got the legend and a Marshall. Funny you made this video because I just got them this past week. They seem sturdy at around that mid affordable price range. Hope I made a good decision
I got a 3€ USSR made Kirza belt, or strap - who knows? Thank you Varusteleka for this relic of USSR that keeps up my jeans and makes sure my keys dont fall.
The best belt I have is my everyday belt. I wear a Crossbreed Holsters belt(the leather one in brown). I don't remember the name of it, but it holds my pants great, my multitool, phone, wallet(I'm a biker so I have a chain on my wallet) and pistol(off work) without any sag. Highly recommend it!
My favorite more rugged belt is just a repro of an ww1 german brown koppel belt. It’s somewhat clean and rugged to the same time. And you can choose between a lot of different Koppelschloss Belt buckles. It’s also pretty inexpensive, so maybe good for a try
-Hollows Leather Rail Belt: bit.ly/3AhbQie
-Nicks Belt: bit.ly/3jYwUQh
-Craft & Lore Mountain Belt: bit.ly/3qvR7iI
-Pidgeon Tree Crafting Belt: bit.ly/3nTN28c
Thanks for the kind words, Carl!
I’m a big fan of Hanks leather belts & wallets. American made, 100 year warranty.
I'm going to be swapping from a Kore Essentials leather belt to a Hanks belt soon.
Hanks is my favorite brand for leather goods. I would buy anything they make.
@@andrewsalazar98 So far I’ve got two belts, a wallet and a keychain. Pricy but definitely in the buy it for life category.
Hanks belts are very substantial and very well made.
Love my hanks belt!
I once towed my friend's motorcycle with my handmade Mexican belt. It's super thick, and I use it for work. Like you said, I like a dressed up work belt.
Carl, that shirt looks really nice
Alright fine Carl that intro got me, i laughed out loud at the deadpan
Hey Michel, funny seeing you here.
@@hernandezz4912 hey small world!!
Hahaha at least someone besides me thought it was funny. Hope you’re well man!
@@CarlMurawski doing great! Hope you are too!
My Tanner Goods belt continues to be one of my favorite accessory purchases that I’ve ever made. just keeps getting better
I'm a leatherworker myself and have made quite a few belts but still bought one from Carmine Jack. They use Baker's leather which is the best belt leather available - seriously cannot think of anything better. I've been wearing mine daily for four months and it has aged beautifully; notably the leather is crazy thick and it has not stretched at all. And Carmine Jack is the official Baker's leather distributor in the US so nobody beats their pricing.
Thanks to your comment, I bought their belt. Absolutely wonderful product, so thanks.
What's your thoughts on Hank's belts?
Also is it better to buy dual leather belt stitched together or a single grain belt?
A simple leather belt company makes great belts. I’ve had 2 for years one for work and one for home. They both look great and take a beating!
Right on!
Hanks Belts!!! 100 year guarantee.
I like the thinner belts with my denim
I've got 3 belts from Pigeon tree crafting and as someone who has owned many craftmans belts I can say that while they all use top quality leather and most have good features like teardrop holes only the pigeon tree belts have the truly unbeatable quick release system. It has never in 6 years come undone by accident and makes using one of these thick leather belts so much more liveable.
I own both the Mountain Belt and the Navy Sedgwick belt with the double prong copper buckle from Pigeon Tree Crafting. The pigeon tree belt has an amazing level of finishing that makes you want to hang it on display instead of wear it. It’s definitely one of the few things I own that can my big smooth brain smile.
I love belts, I know I'm just one voice in the ocean that is the internet, but I would love more belt videos. :)
Just got a belt from Ewing Dry Goods and man it’s the nicest I’ve ever seen 🙌🏼
I have 3 Hanks belts and they are superb but their buckles are well made in China. MACK BELTS make their own buckles on-site with American machines and are the best belts I have found! They could use your teardrop or oval hole comment to make their buckles lay flatter though.
Filson double bridle belt ,fantastic belt ,its a lifetime belt
Hanks belts. I have a few of them for the entire family and they have been worth every penny.
I have been using the occidental leather 1 1/2” belt for about ten years and while it has held up and matches my tool belt, I would not recommend it. They use a red dye that, when I sweat a lot in the summer, has stained my pants. I am thinking of replacing it with the nick’s belt. I have two pair of their boots and love them.
Main Street Forge is a small company that has affordable but thick belts that us growing and I recommend them since it's made in the USA.
Well late to this video lol....My favorite belt is the Filson double prong. It has a D ring on the side for a carbiner clip on your keys. My only negative of this belt are the sizes run very small.
HANKS! I love my Hanks and I’m still running a Saddleback Leather black belt from forever ago
My wallet sweating profoundly as I open this video. How about a video on wallet recommendation?
Indeed there are very good belts out there you can buy for money. In my opinion, belts are best when made by yourself.
I love a good thich leather belt. The safety it assures, keeping everything where it should be. I love the rugged feel and design of the craft & lore and hollows.
I have a custom made by a smaller leather worker gun belt made from 2 layers of 1/8” thick leather glued and sewn together. When I first put this belt on I was wowed! Today if I’m not wearing it I wear a 5mm thick belt of two layers of Red Wing Briar Oil Slick Leather. It’s pretty but not as solid feeling as the thicker gun belt which is my number one. I’m looking now at ordering a new belt from Mean Gene. Thanks for the video and giving out the makers names.
There’s a leather shop in Frankenmuth, Michigan that I visit every couple years and always pickup a new belt. They have EVERY variety imaginable but I usually gravitate to the artisanal, more beefy thick rugged style. One that won’t wither under the weight of a full frame GLOCK for instance. But this place is my Go-To for all leather goods.
I know I'm three year's late, but happy you mention Nick's Belts. They are awesome still rockin mine. Also check out there new Steel Core Gun Belt, I'm still waiting for mine though.
Ya got me me with the nicks belt and duck canvas pants
I too was searching for the perfect leather belt. I had a hard time justifying the price for a natural CXL belt from Pigeon Tree, but I’m extremely happy with my 3 belts from a brand called Thirteen50 Leather; made in USA, lifetime guarantee, solid brass hardware + chicago screws, and very thick 12 - 14 oz leather all sourced from USA tanneries, all of that for $53 (currently $43). My personal favorite is the Big Hoss belt which uses Old World Harness leather from Hermann Oak Tannery here in the US, it’s the perfect leather for a hard wearing belt.
The best belts in my opinion are Mexican Piteado belts I have one vegtan leather and beautiful embroidery a bit pricey but I have my dads as well as a new one and my dad is easily 30 years old and still looks great
I have a Craft and Lore Mountain Belt, and it is a tank of a belt. It very thick, and will take a bit of breaking in. But I love it, it is my go to belt for any outdoor activity.
A good belt needs to be made from two strips of quality leather in alternating grain, glued and stitched together in a quarter inch thick finished product.
I need a belt that can hold a 40 oz gun, and spare mags without sagging.
You described my belt. It’s from Hank’s Belts and it’s called “The Premier.” Check it out I can’t recommend it enough.
Without a doubt...Mean Gene Leather
@@kawlreaper I can’t find what kind of leather Mean Gene Leather uses. I know “The Premier” from Hank’s Belts uses two layers of vegetable tanned full-grain English bridle leather. It comes out to 18oz, 1.5” wide and 1/4” thick.
@@andrewsalazar98 let me seen i can find out. I have the reinforced shooters belt and have definitely put it through its paces. Pistol and one/two mags..every day. Love it. www.meangeneleather.com/shop/mgl-shooters-belt/
Yup, if you're looking for something that stands up to abuse and can carry more weight than just your pants, something like this is 100% the way to go.
Just ordered the relic belt that just came out. Can’t wait till it comes.
Boston Leather 1 3/4 Garrison belt!!!! Perfect workbelt, gunbelt, etc. They are often found in western pictures and are known to hold up for years! I'm disappointed you didn't mention that!! (LOL) And they're not that expensive either!! Though, not all such belts are created equal, granted. But to my knowledge, Boston, Jaypee, are a few of the BEST brands. There are other cheaper knockoffs that stretch out or just don't do the belt any justice. So beware!!
I like belts from RM Williams (the Australian boot maker), especially their one piece full grain leather belts. Tough but stylish, I've used a black one on dress pants in VIP meetings and a brown pair works well with jeans or moleskin.
Damn, I hadn't even considered them!
I’m amazed Carl has never featured moleskins ! I swear by Rodd&Gunn moleskins and they would compliment the hemp shirt he is wearing , would be like wearing PJs out in public .
My wife bought me a Hanks belt about a decade ago. I carry a pistol on the regular. So far so good!
I like Thirteen50leather. Good belts. Good prices. They keep it simple.
I second this. They’re about as tough as it gets and at a great price
Great roundup. I wish I could get the aesthetic of some of these with the functionality of the Anson ratchet. Then I'd be golden, that adjustment increment is money!
Stock & Barrel belts are the best I’ve ever owned, hands down!
It’s funny because I went to RUclips to look at belt reviews. And this was in my feed. Great content as always!
Awesome! Thank you!
I get my belts from the local amish leather shop, such great quality and dirt cheap
Chadwick belts! He used to offer belts made to your exact measurements, seems to be currently taking a break on custom belts at the moment but he still has default sizing ones available! He used to have a for life belt available too, would be worth checking out if when he gets back up and running full time!
I've had my Mercy Supply (now Sidnaw Company) belt for 6 years and it only gets better the longer I wear it. Had to replace it this year as I'd lost enough weight that it was time to go down to a smaller belt. The new one is the exact same quality as my last and I'm looking forward to putting some hard miles on this thing. Can't recommend this company enough.
Yes! These new commers like ratchet belts and Thursday boots pops and fool guys but soon we realize that old school leather goods are the best and can not get replaced with new stuffs 😂
My favorite belt of all time is Hank’s Belts “The Premier” 1.5” belt. It’s made of two strips of vegetable-tanned Full-Grain English Bridle leather and it’s 1/4” thick and 1.5” wide.
The company has amazing customer service and paid for two returns when I had ordered the wrong size two times in a row. Third time was the charm and I’ve been wearing it every day for almost a year. It’s barely broken in. They also have a 100-year warranty.
I just bought two belts from them. Same thing happened with me. Got the wrong size but no trouble at all exchanging them. That warranty seems worth it too.
Just ordered The Premiere. Their site says to go 2 sizes up from normal size for normal wear. I’m a 34 and I ordered a 38. Based on your experience, is this correct?
something i’ve noticed in this video is that stitching is the preferred method for the keeper and to hold the buckle. Now stitching is still one of the strongest ways to hold leather together, but I like a more mechanical fastener. I recently made a work belt for my self using natural veg in 8-9 oz, and for the keeper, I held it in with two copper burr rivets. It made the keeper tighter and now it cant be lost, but at the realistic draw back it is difficult to replace if it wears out, and it is fixed so if you’re not a fan, there’s no removing it. The other thing I decided to try out was two Chicago screws to hold my buckle in, and honestly i prefer them over line 24 snaps or stitching any day.
When I wore a Saddle Back Tow belts, the first thing to wear out was the buckle. It got all bent up when I carried some heavy steel from point A to B, and because of the stitched in construction I was left with a $100 belt that just became a shelf ornament. That was a few years ago now, but it has certainly changed the way I look at leather goods, and how i make them in my own hobby setting.
At the end of the day, those are some gorgeous belts, and they have the pride of the maker sewn right into them.
For durable, work belts, I stick to Dickies & Levi's. Go for heavy stitch & riveted. Stay away from reversible versions, screws, and thin plate-oversize buckles. Excited with the tan, undyed belt that will patina.
Love it man...
I Appreciate it!
Thanks for your hard work and sharing
Ashland leather belts bay bay!!! Their shell belts are amazing!!!
Carl, my Nick's belt is the king of belts. I love it. FYI - we were chatting on Instagram about CT BBQ places. Pig Rig in Wallingford is my #1, Chesters in Groton (used to have another location in Clinton) is my #2. Meats are almost tied between the two, but Pig Rig is top tier, while Chesters has better sides all around - all in my opinion, of course.
Brave Star raw leather belt has treated me well. Added a little oil to start the darkening process and it has become very attractive with heavy use outside. Going on three years now.
Great recommendation as always
I would definitely love to see a Pigeon Tree Crafting belt review from you!
What about Filson? You always seem to love to hate them but their leather is definitely top notch
Red Wing and Filson
Own a few of these. Love em. Used for dress and farm work
I recently purchased a rough out belt with nice solid brass buckle from texas saddlery. Impressive quality and value, and their customer service was great and exchanged it for a different size. I may get another for my son.
Corter Leather makes a really nice and thick veg tan belt for like $50. It’s pretty simple but has brass hardware and Chicago screws. Really great budget option for someone looking for veg tan without spending big $$.
Excellent recommendation!
I have to second what one of the other commenters said - the best belts aren't a single strip of leather. If all you need to do is hold your pants up, a single strip is fine, but if it has to hold up any sort of equipment as well, a double layer belt makes a world of difference. Once you try a double layer belt, you never go back. There are a ton of great options, but my current favorite is from Simply Rugged. It was $85, and the quoted lead time was right on time. They said 4 weeks, and it showed up exactly when they said it would.
I'm certainly open to other brands, but after wearing Carhartt and Duluth belts for years, I finally got myself a 1.75" walnut belt from Nick's and I'll never go back....I absolutely love this thing. My second best is my Galco dress gun belt...great product as well. Great video Carl 👍
How I love leather belts
I must agree, wherever you live there will be a local craftsman who can make you a quality belt. Both my belts are made by Chadwick Handmade Belts. It's one bloke who hand makes them. He lives in the same county as me so it was a no brainer. I was alerted to him by a RUclips video a couple of years ago by The Devon Reviewer who reviewed one of his belts.
Thirteen50 and StockandBarrel make nice ones too.
My Filson double bridle belt will never sag
Try the Bison Denim belts.
They’re really good belts and last a lifetime.
I bought a craft and lore mountain belt probably around 2015ish. Although it is built incredibly well, it stained every pair of pants I put it on. From the looks of yours it looks like they stopped staining the inside. I had to go with a cheaper Hanks belt but I’ll definitely look into some of these other belts shown here.
I have had great usage from my Alien Gear leather gun belt it is extremely tough and well finished
Great video Carl. Got my veg tanned full grain leather belt from MandW leather for about $45. It’s four months in and it holding up great! Also many great options on Etsy, some even use Hermann Oak leather and sell for about $35.
Just like my leather wallet, it took me almost 10 attempts till I found the right one. (Red wing). Same with my belt, 6 times till I got the one I've had for 13 years (Red wing). Great review Carl.
Hanks Belts. I'm a recent convert (picked up their 1.5" Canyon Belt) and will definitely be buying more from them in the future.
I like the colonel, saddleback and Koch.
Interested in a review on Redwing belts
I use a crossbreed belt. It's double thick, a beast,, and looks great.
Nobleman's apothecary
Seconded
Yes!
Carmine Jack Leather in oak bark leather is great, too. I got one in natural leather with the quick release buckle and it is great - so great that I ordered another in black.
You can make your own with a hobby lobby blank, beeswax, a burnisher, edge beveler and maybe some canvas a sponge and water.
Forgot to mention, around 25 to 35 dollars and a hole punch, buckle, and you can have a punch for the end of the belt or cut it at a 45 degree angle or a semi-circle
I have a fjalraven belt don't remember when I got it but two years later a new buckle and 5 coats of leather balm it looks amazing
I Use a Justin belt. I can change the buckle & loop, also it's stout so it won't deform and will outlast all those for a fraction the cost
Just went with the Hollow’s Leather Rail belt in natural chromexcel, thanks for the reviews keep em up.
Very nice!
Love craft and lore. Hacks belts rocks also.
Pigeon tree won’t disappoint
Another vote for Hanks. I have a belt of theirs and wallet. A+++. Looking forward to more belts
Whiskey and Leather Works. I have a couple of them and love it
Samurai Curve Belt is definitely worth to check out, Carl!
I'll take a look!
I’ve got s nice, thick work belt from Justin that I picked up in Houston, Tx. I will only wear leather belts.
Timberland PRO 42mm double prong leather belt. Excellent quality that stays put, resists weight, and is fairly priced at $30. I have a habit of resting heavy objects on my belt buckle as I carry them, and am often afraid of this damaging the belt. But not with the Timberland.
Yoder Leather, Amish made here in the USA, uses English bridle leather as well as other exotic leathers.
I bought a belt from Bullhide Belts, and it's going 8 years strong.
Just when I need a new belt
Hanks- Montana Double Bison belt it’s stylish and can perform any job!
Just bought two belts from Hanks belts. Got the legend and a Marshall. Funny you made this video because I just got them this past week. They seem sturdy at around that mid affordable price range. Hope I made a good decision
Deltec double leather bull belt. Among others from them. Built for carry. Looks durability.
Ashland Leather also makes a really nice belt with the teardrop holes.
I got a 3€ USSR made Kirza belt, or strap - who knows?
Thank you Varusteleka for this relic of USSR that keeps up my jeans and makes sure my keys dont fall.
The best belt I have is my everyday belt. I wear a Crossbreed Holsters belt(the leather one in brown). I don't remember the name of it, but it holds my pants great, my multitool, phone, wallet(I'm a biker so I have a chain on my wallet) and pistol(off work) without any sag. Highly recommend it!
Potter and sons reserved belt
I just ordered the black tea core leather belt from brave star can't wait to break it in. 😁
My favorite more rugged belt is just a repro of an ww1 german brown koppel belt. It’s somewhat clean and rugged to the same time. And you can choose between a lot of different Koppelschloss Belt buckles.
It’s also pretty inexpensive, so maybe good for a try
Yeah I would recommend Hanks belts, I did a review on them after I bought one after doing a bunch of research into the best belts