Grooved Finish Belt Recommendations
Hey everyone,
I've been shopping around a bit for a casual belt that could in a pick be worn with a button up shirt.
After somre research on styles and leather quality, etc, I think I've settled in on a veg tanned brown leather with a grooved finish.
Here is an example of what I'm after (pic attached)
Does anyone have any experience with this brand, or any other belts with a similar style they would recommend?
Homestead Brand
Men's Americana Belt No. 1507
Experience the pride of blue collar America with our Men's Americana Belt No. 1507. Handcrafted in the U.S.A. with American work heritage in mind, this durable belt features U.S.A. branded brass rivets and a U.S.A. made brass buckle. With a width of 1 1/2'', this belt is perfect for work and for a night out on the town
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i've seen worse for a lot more
it is nothing to write home about but it's a perfectly fine belt
their other goods i am not impressed by
i do think it is a little steep for what it is
for that price i would expect to see more attention to the creasing at the point
but it is evident that they're running it through the strap cutter and creasing it wholesale before cutting it to whatever length it needs to be and not bothering to crease the point
that is disappointing to me
absolutely no effect on the function of the belt but it shows a lack of attention to detail that to me at least is telling
if you don't mind doing a little legwork i am sure you can find better from an independent maker, perhaps a commission request on the leatherclassifieds sub
in full disclosure i moderate that sub but i don't make belts, so take that for what you will
Thanks for the recommendation!
best of luck on your search 🙏
if you come across any other belts you're curious about and want an e-pinion on i am happy to provide, i am a full time leatherworker