First belt
Chhh19845 days ago
Self-Made T B SpecialVeg Tan Double Shoulder
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Maker
DIY
Model
T B Special
Leather
Measurements
Dark brown overdyedInitial measurements
Purchased from
Tandy Leather
Order info
Cost: 100 USD
Availability: Stock Model
Lead Time: Less than a day
Use & wear
Snow
Wet Conditions
Outdoor Activities
Physical Work
One tough belt. Very little change over 6 months.
Leather
Veg Tan Double Shoulder
Color Change
Almost zero color change. I need the leather goods dome to run year round 😄
Craftsmanship
Self-Made T B Special
Finishing
I would put a lighter overdye on it if I had to do it again
Final thoughts
Would Recommend
This belt has years of wear left in it. May I suggest a preworn leather goods dome
Written by Chhh1984
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