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KeystoneGuard

01-28-2007, 01:28 PM

I am in the market for a QUALITY new or used Officer's sword belt. I have contacted several leather companies and none of them have returned my e-mails so I'm bringing my needs to the forum. The belt I'm looking for will be made of "black" leather, and have the following: saber guard, Buckle guard (piece of leather that is behind the buckle as per originals), Sam Browne strap (preffer one with the buckle versus hook), sword straps. Buckle is not needed but I require a belt that I do not need to "sew" the buckle on.

I believe winter quarters has made me gain a few pounds! The size I need would be anything ranging from a 34" to 40".

Thanks for the help.

VaTrooper

01-28-2007, 01:38 PM

Neill Rose made my Richmond belt but said to contact Tim Welch when I needed a Federal one made. Im not sure if he has a pattern for an officer's belt but Neill said his 51' pattern was top notch.

http://www.ldhaning.com/

luther@ldhaning.com

KeystoneGuard

01-28-2007, 03:52 PM

Thanks for the info. I'll take a look.

nhobbins

01-28-2007, 09:28 PM

I have also had a great experience with Don Smith from Trans-Mississippi Depot. The detail he has is just amazing. He is also very exact to what you want. Great Service. Also, Tim has always produced great gear. Can't go wrong with either one.
Neil Hobbins

Ken

01-29-2007, 07:45 AM

I am in the market for a QUALITY new or used Officer's sword belt. I have contacted several leather companies and none of them have returned my e-mails so I'm bringing my needs to the forum. The belt I'm looking for will be made of "black" leather, and have the following: saber guard, Buckle guard (piece of leather that is behind the buckle as per originals), Sam Browne strap (preffer one with the buckle versus hook), sword straps. Buckle is not needed but I require a belt that I do not need to "sew" the buckle on.

I believe winter quarters has made me gain a few pounds! The size I need would be anything ranging from a 34" to 40".

Thanks for the help.
If you are doing a federal officers impression you will probably want to go with rolled leather, not bridle leather. Nick Sekela was making a beautiful belt however it's no longer part of his usual offerings. Don Smith makes real nice rolled leather belts. I own one and couldn't be happier with it.