Finding the Right Hardware for Your Leather Goods

  • 37254 Buckle Antique Nickel

    1-1/2″ Antique Nickel Floral Square Buckle (#37254)

    $3.95
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  • Round concho, Open concho, Cross concho

    Open Cross Concho

    $1.50$3.50
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  • rigging dees, saddlery hardware, stainless steel

    Stainless Steel Rigging Dee

    $5.95$15.95
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  • Round concho, Cowboy concho, Praying concho

    Praying Cowboy Concho

    $4.50
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  • copper rivets, copper burrs, copper fasteners, craft rivets

    Assorted Copper Rivets & Burrs #9

    $10.25$18.95
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  • Copper Rope Edge Concho

    Copper Rope Edge Concho

    $3.75$4.95
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  • Trigger Bull Snap 31432

    $5.75
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  • rivet setter, 1/4" rivets, assorted rivets

    Rivet Setter Kit T3635

    $9.95
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  • Double End Bolt Snap

    Double End Bolt Snap Nickel

    $1.60$2.00
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  • seat strainer, saddlery hardware

    Saddle Seat Strainer – Square Neck

    $15.00
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  • Jeremiah Watt Stainless Steel Buckle 04072

    Jeremiah Watt Flank Buckles 04072

    $24.00
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  • rigging ring, stainless steel hardware, saddlery hardware

    550 Stainless Steel Rigging Ring

    $29.00
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  • Swivel Snap Antique Brass #69

    1/2″ Antique Brass Decorative Swivel Snap (#69)

    $1.75
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  • rigging dees, saddlery hardware, stainless steel hardware

    19 1/2 Stainless Steel Rigging Dee

    $18.50
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  • Round concho, Diablo concho, Nickel concho

    Diablo Concho – Round

    $3.75$5.95
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  • rigging plate, saddlery hardware

    111 Stainless Steel Front Rigging Plate w/ Flange

    $23.95
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  • snap setter, realeather kit, line 20 snaps

    Line 20 Snap Setter Kit T3630

    $9.95
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  • Gold Rope Edge Concho

    Gold Rope Edge Concho

    $3.50$9.50
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  • Smooth Satin Star Concho

    Smooth Satin Star Concho 58

    $1.50$5.95
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  • Copper Berry Concho

    Copper Berry Concho

    $3.25$3.95
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  • Antique Brass Floral Square Buckle

    1-1/2″ Antique Brass Floral Square Buckle (#37254)

    $3.95
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  • Slotted Gold Berry Concho

    Slotted Gold Berry Concho

    $1.75$2.95
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  • 37254 Buckle Brass

    1-1/2″ Brass Floral Square Buckle (#37254)

    $3.95
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  • Round concho, Barbed concho

    Barbed Wire Concho

    $2.95$3.50
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The Role of Hardware in Leather Projects

Hardware serves as the finishing touch to any leather project. It’s more than a fastener or an attachment detail — it gives the project a cohesive look and helps it stand out. It’s form and function rolled into one.

Solid Brass vs. Stainless Steel Hardware

Two popular types of leather hardware are solid brass and stainless steel. Both have unique strengths and shortcomings. Here’s what you need to know when choosing between solid brass and stainless steel hardware:

Solid Brass

Solid brass offers more corrosion resistance than stainless steel, making it an ideal choice for leather projects with frequent exposure to water. Brass typically boasts a warm, yellow-gold color with subtle undertones of gray, green or brown. In some cases, it can be darker or more bronze.

If you want to pair your project with warm-colored hardware, brass might be the better and more affordable choice. Brass hardware typically matches well with black, brown, burgundy and dark green leather.

Stainless Steel

Stainless steel usually outperforms brass hardware in strength. This makes it ideal for rugged applications, such as shoes and saddlery. In terms of color, stainless steel has a silver finish, which looks great if you’re trying to achieve a more cool-toned look for your project. Stainless steel hardware generally complements black, gray, yellow and blue leather.

Leather Hardware Options From Montana Leather Company

Depending on the project you’re working on, there is a variety of leather metal hardware available. Montana Leather Company offers an extensive selection of leather craft hardware to meet specific requirements, including:

  • Leather buckles
  • Leather snaps
  • Leather rivets and setters
  • Grommets and eyelets
  • Rings and dees

Purchase Leather Hardware From the Experts

If you’re looking for a trusted leather hardware supplier for your leather crafting project, look no further than Montana Leather Company. Since 1908, we have built our name as a leading supplier of high-quality tools and materials for beginners and professionals. We offer leather skins, craft supplies, saddlery and hardware to cater to a wide range of projects.

Shop online for the leather craft hardware you need or talk to our experts for product recommendations.