Square Buckle Belt in Oak Bark Bridle Leather - Natural

This belt is crafted from J&FJ Baker’s Oak Bark Bridle Butt that burnishes beautifully and develops a rich patina over decades of use.  This leather is produced through an exceptionally slow vegetable tanning process that uses oak bark liquors matured for many months, which yields dense, strong, and highly stable fibers.  Leaving the leather in its natural state makes this belt a patina monster!

This exceptional leather is paired with a heavy solid brass square buckle and a solid brass contoured keeper, both sourced from Japan.

This belt is completely handmade in Atlanta, GA (USA).

Details

Leather:

• J&FJ Baker’s Oak Bark Bridle Butt, 14oz
• Highest quality cowhide leather
• Thickness 5.3mm
• 1.5” wide (38mm)
• 'Fish Teardrop' punched holes with 5 hole positions
• Fully finished edges, including beveling and burnishing by hand (some belt makers charge up to $50 for beveling and burnishing!)

Hardware:

• Solid brass square buckle from Japan (Weight 56g/2oz)
• Solid brass contoured belt keeper from Japan (Weight 40g/1.4oz)
• Solid brass Chicago screws to easily swap out the hardware if needed

Additional Information

Fully Handmade: Each belt is made entirely by hand, no machines and no shortcuts.  Every cut, bevel, and burnish is done with care, leaving the edges in their natural state to reveal the true thickness and character of the quality leather.

Leather of Provenance: I work exclusively with full‑grain leather from some of the world’s most respected tanneries, chosen for their enduring strength and rich character.  The hardware is solid brass - weighty, honest, and made to last for generations.

Marks of a Living Material: Natural scars, grain variations, and subtle shifts in tone are hallmarks of real leather.  Like human skin, each hide carries its own story.  With time and wear, the leather and brass will develop a deep patina, becoming a reflection of your own journey.

A Note on Color: Because of lighting and the nature of digital photography, the color you see on your screen may differ slightly from the belt you receive.