Making Heritage Belts from Sedgwick Bridle Leather - Sponsored
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- Making Plus Size (+Heritage) Belts from the wonderful J&E Sedgwick & Co bridle leather. This film is sponsored by Sedgwick Leather, and I am having a great time taking you through all the stages of making some leather belts, including cutting out blanks, making saddlers crease lines, edge shaving, skiving, dying and polishing edges and riveting buckles.
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As a gentleman of larger stature I found it very very difficult to get a decent quality belt, most belts available were of such poor quality and I would have to purchase 3 to 4 belts a year, then I came across this video and got in touch with Harry and purchased a belt, over 3 years later and the belt still looks as good as the day I bought it.
My only regret is I did not buy a few more belts from Harry before he became ill and closed his shop, having said that though it really is an excellent quality belt, showing no signs of wear after 3 years, and I can see it lasting many many more years..... Thanks Harry!
That's great...thanks very much
You're really moving on Mr. Rogers; excellent techniques matched with precision ability. I'm a contractor in Houston Texas and have guys doing the different trades, but I came up in the business as a finish carpenter and I take joy from even the most menial tasks because of my years of experience.
Absolutely...and thanks Mark.
As a retired leather technician it is very enjoyable to see you working with a wonderful natural product,namely leather,I used to visit Segewicks starting in the early 1970s as the company I worked for supplied them with dyestuffs, fatliquors , fish oil and beef tallow which was used for hand as well as drum stuffing .
Segewicks still use the traditional methods of leather manufacture as to their partner company Clayton’s of Chesterfield and of course Thomas Ware in Bristol.
Keep the films coming Harry
Best regards from Worms Germany
David Burgess
Thanks David..great to hear about your connection.
Beautiful belt! Harry, I like your description of taking off just a "whisper" with the edge tool when rounding the leather edges. I think your advice will help with my leather work.
Thanks Harry for being up front about the sponsorship but also giving your usual honest view. The fact the two coincide says lots for both you and J&E Sedgwick & Co.
One day i will be able to (be able to justifiably) afford one of your belts. Knowing my lifestyle it'll be plus size!
TheChipmunk2008 Thanks!
I always get a kick when people say do you get bored doing the same thing, yet the people have jobs that are repetitive. I always find hand sewing to be relaxing.
Really enjoyed watching this, a warm and friendly way of teaching. I'll work my way through all of your other vids 😁
I loved your demure digress into your philosophical explanation of why we do leather. Reminds me of my instruction to my helpers in my (retired) tile installation business: "We aim for perfection and settle for excellence". I thank you for your many sharing's and contribution my leather work.
Thanks Kenneth.
As a woodworker I get what you mean about working with nice material. When I’m working on a project it takes me to another place far from the troubled world. I see the enjoyment in your face. Love watching you work.
Thanks
Same; also a woodworker. I mess with Ironwoods, using hand carving methods. Not the best choice in the modern world, but that isn't the point of my work :)
Your proceses are similar to how I was schooled. It,s funny that I mix my edge finish as you do. So it,s fun to watch you work. Maybe I get a trick or two.
Hi Harry. You are great in what you do BUT I would like to add.... you are also a great teacher. Your vlogs and tutorials are fascinating from beginning to end. Thank you.
shahida begum Thanks very much.
There's something to be said for getting really really good at something very specific. All the little details are my favorite part, and you can only get very good at them if you come back lots of times. So I see why you like coming back to making belts! Thank you for a lovely, detailed video,
Yes well observed, I am still finding little things to refine, and that's good as it keep the interest...thanks for your comment Rosie.
As always, Sir, very well done.
There is nothing like the satisfaction a craftsman gets from taking raw material and making something useful and durable.
Thanks
So enjoyable to watch every fine detail, thank you!
Congratulations on the sponsorship, Harry. Great combination of high quality leather and high quality leather craftsman! Beautiful belt!
dochayesnm Thanks very much.
Nice to see an update on your plus size belts. Still the attention to detail and quality that prompted me to get one of your belts. You made me a belt from 5mm thick Oak Bark as you did not have the bridle back available when you did my one. It has a skived joint in it instead, which has held together just as well as you promised. I have been using the belt daily ever since, and it has not disappointed.
That's great to hear Alex..Thank you very much for your custom and comments. Rgds Harry
It's an education, when I watch your videos. Thank you for taking the time to make them.
Thanks
I enjoy watching someone who enjoys their work!
truly, a passionate craftsman...awesome work
Your job is so interesting. Thank you for showing this to us.
The quality and price of craftsmanship shows through!
There is something satisfactory and calming about making things with your hands. Especially without power tools. I guess it is the quiet time and reflection.
That is a very nice looking belt.
what are prices?
You're the Bob Ross of leather.
Beautifully presented old craft and working with the leather
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Thanks
A true craftsman Thanks Harry i appreciate the work that went into making my belt
Michael Flynn Thanks Michael, That's great and I really appreciate your custom.
You always have a good show for us to watch, Michael
Thanks Michael
Probably one of my favourite makes of yours Harry. Hats off to you, well done.
Thanks
A joy to watch mate, thank you.
The renaissance man. Not many are as well skilled in as many disciplines as you are!
Beautiful work.
How I love to watch all your videos. I get very calm watching you and inspiration. You are such of great wonderful man. Thanks for all the teachings you provide. All the best to you.
Zone34 here.
Aussie saddlemaker here. Sedgewick leather is lovely leather and an absolute pleasure to work with. I would love to use Sedgwick fo making leather belts but makes the belt very pricy. I use Sedgwick leather for bridles, girths, breastplates, stirrups leathers, etc.
Thank you for a pleasant and inspiring video. I very much enjoyed your reflections on craft.
Thanks for all your wonderful, informative, and well prepared videos from Seattle, Washington.
Thanks very much
I really enjoy the way you make it look easy. I'll try again. Thanks
Thanks Carlos.
Lovely belt. Craft work does give you the time to contemplate!
Thanks very much, sir. I really enjoyed and benefitted from the video. You have a very nice manner of communicating your experience. Wonderful example of craftsmanship. Hope for you all the best.
Thanks Wayne...same surname! My ancestors were agricultural labourers in the Portsmouth area.
How generous to share your knowledge in this way.
Thanks Sandra.
Excellent job!
Love your videos Harry. Thank you!
The satisfaction you are describing is a very humble form of being a God in the act of creation. How else can you explain the urge to proclaim "Let there be belts and behold there were belts!" ?
Fantastic quality work!
Thanks.
Love your craftsmanship you're an inspiration. Thank you
Thanks Owen
I always know I have been totally engrossed in a video when I get to the end and realise the huge mug of tea I made to sustain me through the video is sitting stone cold and untouched. This was really interesting and your easy, pleasant, style made it that much more enjoyable.
Folks, we are always scratching our heads over Christmas gifts so get over to Harry's website and buy some belts because I can assure you, as an owner of one of his belts and soon to own more, nobody will be disappointed with any of his products.
Best Wishes, Brendan.
Thanks very much Brendan, I really appreciate all you support. All the best Harry.
Beautifully done and described. Thanks
Thanks Geoffrey.
I am relatively new to leathercraft. I started only two years ago. I am not nearly at your skill level but I do understand what you mean about being able to think about other things while you are making a belt. When you have done enough of anything for the basic components to be committed to muscle memory, that task becomes like a meditation. It's all in how you approach your craft. You sir, are a true craftsman.
Thanks Mark
Aussie saddlemaker here. Keep up your passion for leather. To improve your skill, you are on the right path. Watching videos like this one is a very good start. If you can get an experienced leather worker such as a saddler to take you under his wing, this is invaluable as he will guide you as you are making your leather products. Then it is just practice and experience. Hand stitching with two needles, definitely need a teacher watching you and guiding you. This is a tricky skill to acquire and you will end up with callouses on your little fingers if you are doing this regularly.
Fantastic video Harry, great looking belts. 🐻👍
Thanks very much.
Happy to see you have a sponsor.
John Hartley Thanks John.
Good detail behind the buckle. I like mine just as thick as the belt. But def makes the belt lay better when wearing it.
Really well explained instruction. Thank you for that!
ok, I'm a woodworker, but I can really relate to your philosophy; I feel that the product of my hands and heart and soul, are a quiet song to the world, saying" here is something that as you use, and test, and wear, and see, you will have as much satisfaction as I did in dreaming it up, thinking it through, and completing it. As you fit it into your life and as it takes over an important job in your life, you will stop fretting over whether it does the job well, because it will. Wow, that took a long wordy paragraph, but I guess that says it.
Seth Warner Well put Seth..not easy but you communicate it very well.
Wonderful handcraft.
Fascinating.
lovely job . I work with this leather daily and make belts out of it too.
mark stringer Thanks Mark..and good you are helping others get great belts as well.
You are a master . . . I'm very glad to know about you, even been for the internet way ! I am from Brazil, São Paulo state . . .
loving the older equipment goes to show if it aint broke dont fix it great video
Christopher Strudwick ...that's great thanks Christopher.
Great video nice work as always
cowboy leather and shoe repair Thank you.
Beautiful work! I like your style.....
Thank you James.
Yes Harry, a vlog on why you enjoy so many craft's, would be fascinating .
Dowserdude Thanks...and a picture of you!! Good! Mental image was probably more desert man!
Thanks Harry. if you remove the dude bit from my name, it will give you an insight to what i'm into, am as english as the day is long, cheers..
Dowserdude great!
Wonderful video. Thank you.
Man, that was one long Grass Processor. To bad we can’t smell your beautiful shop. I’m a Wheelwright and sometimes I get to sneak in the Leather Shop and I really enjoy the craft.
Nice job...well done! I have a copper rivet tip to share, and that is to use a doming tool to dome the rivet for an even more finished look. The tool is a steel rod the same diameter of the rivet head ( a tiny bit bigger) and the end has been machined into a shallow concave shape which does the job. You drive the tool with a hammer blow. Another asset to doming is that it draws the washer side in and "cups" it out of the way; sort of countersinking the backside eliminating any abrasive action on the backside. The domer also compresses the crystals of the copper creating a smoother finish on the face. In USA you can find complete sets of these riveting tools, (stainless steel and knurled) from harness and saddlers suppliers. Try it , you'll like it!!
Thanks very much Alan, I do have a couple of these but I prefer the hand hammered look...I appreciate it's personal...and thank you very much for mentioning this approach. I hope you have a very good Christmas. Best wishes Harry
Greetings from Russia =). Thank you for sharing your experience and for reviewing amazing tools.
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Nicely done Harry , Suggestion ! -- Find an old Singer sewing motor with a small pulley or use a wooden thread spool make a few grooves in it to burnish your strap edges save on the manual labour doing that many , Then you can hang them all and fly right thru them easier .
Garnett M Thanks...I do sometimes use my giant motorised slicker as well....neat suggestion.
Garnett That is a great Idea My mum who is 92 has an old singer electric sewing machine I think I will call dibs on that one !
I used to do all my revelent sewing on a singer treadle sewing machine I got it serviced and set up to sew through 4 to 5 mm thickness of leather using a diamond needle it still works wonderfully. I have had it for 30 years and it must be at least 70 years old by now came with all its attachments and only cost me 25$ when I brought it from a neighbour.
Tony
Moondyne .Joe There you go glad you like the idea be quick alright if you do a vid share it with me.
Garnett I haven't done any leatherwork in earnest for years now after years of doing it the arthritis affects my wrists to much I still have all my tools and will never get rid of them they dont owe me anything as I paid them off with profits from when I did all my leather work to the point that virtually anything, at the time, I did including buying leather had paid for itself and I always paid myself as well
as a added complication I live out in the Wheat belt in Western Australia and i is hard to get to a Tannery or shop that sells raw leather in western Australia we used to have Fremantle tanners and fellmongers but that closed many years ago, and to me buying leather is a hands on proposition, not one does over the net!
I love being creative but with declining health it makes it harder
I have a lot of ideas but for now I try to share the knowledge I have with others to help, while I find something that suits my present capabilities.
I have just starting on my TH-cam Chanel a few Videos hopefully more soon
Tony
Moondyne .Joe. Oh ya leather makes you work for it alright my hands cramp up as well from pulling tools and throwing tire chains in 40 below weather, But good luck on your channel I've got lots of vids of how to make something from nothing but hands on info isn't for everyone !! Sooner spend we had a meal and a roof growing up you either made it or watched the neighbor with it, But proud as hell now I've got more than 3 families from minimal effort by making it the old school way.
Hi Harry very entertaining video,I worked at Holmes Hall Tannary in the 80s and I appreciate good leather. You make lovely belts. Regards Colin
Colin Pearson Interesting Colin..and thanks. Regards Harry
Colin Pearson small world...I used to buy all my leather in person at Holmes Hall...they had a great over makes department!
Thanks for this video. Being new to the craft it is very helpful when someone not only explains how to do something but also why they are doing it. Will you also show a video on how you finish one of the belts when someone orders one? What I'm wondering is how you determine where the holes are cut from the end and how many holes do you cut? You also mention that you use oval holes do you have a special punch for this?
Frank Marabate Hi Frank..yes I have an oval punch...an old Dixon's for this. You may want to take a peep at a film I did with the help of one of my son's on the template challenge where we try different approaches for hole spacing...it's in the leatherwork playlist.
Harry - very informative video, as always. Can you share information about the buckle company?
I bought a belt blank and made my own belt today. It's easy, yet complex at the same time because there are so many options to making a belt. Do I want a Double bar, do I want a single bar. Rivets?, Chicago Screws? Glue? Stitch? But it came out great.
Thanks for another useful video. I was just wondering if you would share your edge seal process, or recommend a process for camera straps that will seal the edges against sweat and moisture but not transfer color to necks or clothing? Thanks.
Very beautifully made belt, its good to watch a good craftsman at work.
I bought some Sedgwick Bridle Leather in a racing green and made a few bags with it, but I have found for some reason unknown to me that if water falls onto it in drops (like rain ) the colour blisters up, so I have been unable to really use the bags at all, I thought the leather would be more usable from the get go... maybe I need to treat it.
That's odd, I would send them a photo and ask what is going on!
@@harryrogers thanks I took your advice and contacted them.... A guy at Abbey England sold me the wrong leather, I had Told him I was making my wife a bag but he sold me Sedgwicks saddle leather which is I believe a split so needs constant care and its not good in the rain.(lucky it was cheap LOL) Maybe I will have to take up saddle making as I still have a chunk left :)
@@gamingtearups8951 Are that's good...well done
Always an education thank you.
Nice work Harry Well done Mate Some years back when I was still actively doing my leather and showing and selling in a Shopping center in Perth (West Australia) I had a Bloke come up to me and said I bet you cant help me out ?I said ok Go for it
He said I need a leather belt 89 inches long x 2 inches wide in Black with 1 line indent down each side I reached below the table between my legs ( I was sitting down) and kept pulling the length out that was 90 inches long ( I had brought a double side that morning and thought I would make up some Long starting belts like you just made for having on hand as needed) as I pulled the length longer and longer out from under the bench his eyes went like saucers and mouth hung open He said I will take it and how much in that order
As I had done so little work on it ( Cutting it from the RAW veg Tanned Hide, Edging it , groves down the side like you did but without the heat, only dampened the with water) and put holes it in for a buckle then Died it black and sealed it ) I asked what buckle and gave him the choice, I didn't charge him much I think it was 90$ but that 20 years ago at the time he didn't hesitate and slapped down the money I told him to go and have a cuppa and it will be done,
He was in a Scottish Pipe Band and it was needed as Part of his dress uniform
I didn't ask how come so long though as I was busy at the time, I wish I had as I still wonder what and how he intended to use it for in that dress uniform I vaguely remember something about hanging a Sword from it as well but not sure.
Also Harry
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I think you are going to enjoy this
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Thanks Tony, this is a great story...all the best Harry
Great Work.
Trying to find anything good in these again overtaken so-called states is impossible.
I just had to buy a belt from Walmart(that's how bad it is, no shops anywhere the entire 95 corridor) and to get leather I had to take a tiny one and it was made in Italy.
Chow,
Hi Edward...interesting I can see why I post a lot of belts to the US.
wow just such a long piece of hide:) Thanks again my friend for a great video
Thank you for sharing. Always nice to see a craftsman plying his trade. I have worked with my hands my entire working life and only recently got into leather work as a hobby. I enjoy it immensely and am giving serious consideration to taking it up as a side business and perhaps as my primary vocation when the time is right.
Would you mind if an amateur contacted you to ask questions?
I am sorry but I do not get much time...happy for the odd question on TH-cam so everyone benefits from responses. Rgds Harry
Absolutely correct in polishing your hammer face, this makes a huge difference in final finish, I notice that you took great care to put the copper washers the right way up, although I didn't hear you mention that, do you use a sliding keeper as well on your belts ? And where are your belts available for sale ? Chris B.
Hi Chris...my belts are for sale at Bucklehurst Leather on the web....Thanks Harry
Lovely leather, but oh, my, is it ever dear. I'm in the U.S. and I can only get the Sedgwick bridle bends from Tandy, here. Haven't looked elsewhere yet. It would be GBP 208 for a 9-11 square foot piece of either weight offered. Not including shipping. Beautiful, but out of my range.
Found it a few $$$ cheaper at Booth and Co. Still out of my range as a hobbyist.
Your 2014 belt making vid remains my favorite. May i ask what leather dye you use to finish the edges-is it the standard feibings leather oil dye? I bought some edging paint (Tandy edgepaint by Fenice)and it's quite a pain to use, this seems like an easier option and nicer looking too. Many thanks from across the pond.
Thanks you
A craftsman at work, now to decide which belt to buy from your on line shop.
Great work Harry.
Love your vids.
I did however, get a bit of a shock at the 3 minute mark.
I turned away from the screen for a few seconds to pick up my coffee and when I looked back, there you were in a skirt 😃
Wish I had that space here in NYC
Good job...I'm wondering what kind of leather is that
Hi Harry, great video as always. I have learned a lot of what I know of belt making from watching your videos. I do have a question for you though. When you are cutting the slot for the buckle tongue, how do you determine the correct length & width to cut that slot so you have proper clearance?
Hi Thanks I do a test fit and use a template...the pin needs to move freely and the leather lie flat.
I always enjoy your excellent videos and this one is no different. Many thanks. 👍🏻 I was wondering what the thickness was on that Sedgwick’s bridle leather? I’m making dog training leads and need leather that’s at least 4mm thickness - preferably 4.5-5mm if possible for larger breeds. Thanks 🙂
Hi I think that was 3.5mm and its very strong. I think they may do a heavier weight if not Bakers in Devon do but the 3.5 is pretty good as it's such well tanned strong leather.
Many thanks Harry. 👍@@harryrogers
Nice videos, thanks for sharing. You mentioned using oval holes instead of round for the belt holes as they are stronger (which is good to know) - would you ever use metal eyelets in these holes? Or is there a reason why they are not good to use? (just trying to think about design of my own belt I plan to make!)
Hi you should not need metal eyelets...one of these belts is super strong and would probably take my weight..in fact the buckle pin would probably distort first...not that I am suggesting you try doing this as it would mark the belt and could be dangerous!!! Buckles into this type of leather have held back horses etc. without using eyelets. That said some people like the idea of eyelets for decoration or fashion. Rgds Harry
Very nice sir jee
I found this video very interesting, I would like to ask why you find it necessary to heat the saddle marking tool plus what sort of price would this belt achieve, thank you.
Hi Alison...the heat gives a better impression. The belts are on my website...Bucklehurst leather...best regards Harry
Beautiful work, Harry...tho I’m surprised you didn’t dome the copper rivets......🙄🤫👍
Beautiful 🙏sir 🙏
Once again a wonderful film Harry! May I ask which leather skiving machine you use? It looks so simple therefore I would like to purchase one to help my own leatherwork. Many thanks.
Hi its the Weaver Heritage, the same as the Osborne, the latter being easier to get hold of in the UK.
Question! Where do you buy oval hole punches? I'm having trouble finding them here in the states. I'm an industrial pipe fitter who started leather work a little bit ago! Watched this video after being blown away by Sedgwick's quality of bridle leather. I made a small women's belt for a friend of mine out of it and couldn't have been more impressed!
Perhaps try Osborne?
I like using Chicago screws on the belts I make. Really like watching your video's. I have been sewing belt keepers, thinking about using staples. What do you think of using staples?
It's personal but I like sewing or rivets..to me staples are a bit flimsy, but as I say it's only my personal thought and others might feel otherwise.
I really like Sedgwick bridle leathers...just wondering how they work with water-based leather glues. I found that some waxy leathers do not hold well with water-based glues.
Agree and agree! Rgds Harry
Lovely watch strap
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@FreeRangeChristian. I make leather belts in Australia and until 3 years ago, the largest size I made and stocked was for a 48" waist. Then within a week of each other, two chaps in their 30s ordered belts from me, both 54 inch waist. Since then I keep belts up to 54" in stock. I have found customers who buy these belts usually buy two or more. They told me it is uncommon to find belts of this size let alone buy good quality belts of this size so they bought more than one.. (I am a saddle maker in Australia and use bridle making practice to make belts). I just checked this vid maker's website, and it states he has ceased making belts due to ill health, very sorry to read that. I hope Harry's health improves and continues to make leather products. From a saddlemaker Down Under.
Thanks
Quality Harry... that's all I can say... how can a man order one of these belts and what do they run... waist size 40.. also can you put colored patterns on them... thanks for your time...
John Hammack Hi John...on my Bucklehurst Leather website...link at end of film.
Good work. Did you have the makers mark supplier website.? I was interested in getting a mark for myself. Thanks
You can get these cnc machines in China..see Ebay..or KL Leathers on Etsy
Great video, thank you. I am looking for the punch for the buckle pin for these beautiful buckles. Can you recommend a supplier?
Osborne Tools is probably a good place to look now Dixon are closed.
Harry Rogers 🙏🏿