Here’s a look at how my customers’ purchases are aging over time. Each item will develop its own unique patina depending on how you use it, how often, and what it’s exposed to. That’s the magic of using high-end Full Grain Vegetable Tanned Leather.
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The single layer leather gun belt will suit the needs of most people carrying full size to sub compact. It's one very thick, continuous piece of U.S. Full Grain Leather, which has the densest amount of fibers and is resistant to stretch. At 1.75 inches wide this is a great choice unless you carry heavier or several items on your belt, in which case you may want to upgrade to the double layer belts. This belt contains entirely solid brass hardware and the chicago screws allow you to swap out buckles as needed. It's simple, strong and you may find it is the go to choice for your every day carry. The optional edge dye and wax will up your game a bit for a more refined look. Details below.
Every belt is handmade in my small U.S. workshop on a per-order basis and that allows me to keep the quality several grades higher than most other manufacturers.
All buckles are solid brass and you have the option of the exterior finish. The leather I use is the top tier in the industry, you will not find leather that is as durable as this, or that ages with a rich patina over time.
Each leather gun belt goes out the door with a tin of my own shop made leather conditioner, meant to keep it in great shape for years to come.
You are supporting a true American small business. Our workshop was founded in the U.S. over a decade ago. We use the highest grade full-grain vegetable tanned leather from the top U.S. Tannery (over 150 years running), as well as buy our supplies from other U.S. businesses. We are proud to be known for our honest American quality.
Single Layer Gun Belt – 1.75 inch width
Starting At: $124
FREE US SHIPPING ORDERS $80+
10% OFF ORDERS $100 +
This belt is about 1.75 inches wide and 3/16 inch thick (that’s about 3 stacked quarters).
SINGLE LAYER STYLE:
Cut from one layer of U.S. Full Grain Leather, this is best used for compact guns and lighter duty carry. It’s a very thick belt, around 3 U.S. quarters thick and makes for a great every day belt. This style will not have stitching, and does not have the option for reinforced cores.
SIZE:
To get an accurate size measurement use your current belt and place the holster on it in the way you would normally wear it. Note that IWB/concealed holsters typically require a longer belt, so measuring this way will account for that. Then please see the size chart photo for details on how to get your correct belt size by measuring your own belt. Don’t use pants or waist size as it will not work and we cannot exchange or refund for size.
BUCKLE OPTIONS:
All buckles are made of solid brass and have an outer finish of your choice. Depending on the belt style and width you choose, certain options may not be available. Currently the black PVD buckles are only available in 1.5″ width belts.
EDGE OPTIONS:
REGULAR – I hand bevel the inner edge and they remain untreated.
WAXED – After hand beveling, the edges are then slicked and burnished smooth. I then apply a layer of wax which is hand-polished into the edge. This creates a nice, clean look, pleasing to the eye.
DYED – This option can be chosen along with the above. The edges will be darkened with black dye. It’s a nice touch with the brown leather especially. You do not need to select this option if you are ordering a black leather belt.
PERSONALIZATION:
On this belt, personalization will go on the back side on the tan liner next to the maker stamp or between the chicago screws on the backside of the belt. Each personalization will be surrounded by two diamond marks.
Note on the handmade process: Numerous tools and machines are used to make this belt, there may be the occasional marking on the leather. If it cuts into the leather, I always replace the piece before shipping out.
Mr. Lentz original designs have been featured in Home and Garden, Country Living, Cake & Whiskey, and Cloth magazines. I am an Etsy Featured Seller.
