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CAS TOPICS => The Leather Shop => Topic started by: Grenadier on March 01, 2019, 06:51:07 AM

Title: 50/70 Loops
Post by: Grenadier on March 01, 2019, 06:51:07 AM

Just secured a nice 1868 Springfield and I’m wanting to make myself a “Fair Weather Christian” belt but I don’t have any ammo on hand. Could someone please share the measurements for the loops?

Title: Re: 50/70 Loops
Post by: Trailrider on March 01, 2019, 11:04:40 AM

Use 4-5 oz. (.075-.078") thick strip for loops x 1-inch high vegetable-tanned top-grain cowhide.  Space the stitching lines on the belt 3/4" (.750).  It would help to have some ammo.  You may need to stretch the loops a bit once you have sew on the loops. Best of luck with it.

Title: Re: 50/70 Loops
Post by: Freedom on March 06, 2019, 05:35:33 PM

I use 5/6oz for my loops... and my measurements for the 50 cals. is.. 11/16"on the belt and 1 1/2" on the loops leather.

 Trail Rider's 3/4" on the belt may be better for the big rim. My measurements are specific to the 500Linebaugh. which are made from 348 winchester brass

We like to see your belt and your rifle :D