Finding the Right Hardware for Your Leather Goods

  • Round concho, Longhorn Concho, Barbed concho

    Barbed Wire Longhorn Concho

    $2.95$4.25
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  • Round concho, Silver concho

    High Sierra Bright Concho

    $4.50$6.50
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  • Slotted Copper Berry Concho

    Slotted Copper Berry Concho

    $2.25$2.95
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  • Gooseneck Snap

    Nickel Gooseneck Snap 5020Z

    $2.00
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  • Round concho, Antique concho, Rope concho, Berry concho

    Rope Berry Antique Concho

    $4.75$6.25
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  • Round concho, Turquoise concho, nickel concho

    Southwest Turquoise concho

    $4.15$6.65
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  • Round concho, Cross concho, Rope concho, Berry concho

    Rope Berry Cross Concho

    $6.00
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  • Gold Rope Edge Chicago Screw

    Gold Rope Edge Chicago Screw

    $3.95
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  • rigging plates, stainless steel, saddlery hardware

    5053 Stainless Steel Rigging Plate

    $19.95
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  • 200 Brass Snap

    200 Snap – Brass

    $3.60$5.95
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  • Black Buckle 20944

    1-1/2″ Black Square Center Bar Buckle (#20944)

    $5.25
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  • Solid Brass Cinch Buckle 302

    Cinch Buckle – Solid Brass #302

    $10.00
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  • Antique Nickel 20944 Buckle

    1-1/2″ Antique Nickel Square Center Bar Buckle (#20944)

    $5.25
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  • Round concho, Slotted concho, Antique concho, Rope concho, Berry concho0

    Slotted Rope Berry Antique Concho

    $6.00
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  • Heart concho, Turquoise concho

    Turquoise Feather Heart Concho

    $7.75
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  • Dollar concho, Eagle concho, round concho

    Eagle Dollar Concho

    $6.50
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  • Rope Ring Antique Nickel 405

    Antique Nickel Rope Ring (1-1/2″)

    $2.50
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  • Round concho, Cross concho, Berry concho

    Berry Cross Concho

    $4.95$5.85
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  • Jeremiah Watt Smooth Inskirt Rigging Ring

    Jeremiah Watt Smooth Inskirt Rigging Ring 04132

    $29.50
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  • saddlery hardware, rigging c

    Stainless Steel Rigging C

    $6.50
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  • Short square buckle antique nickel finish

    Antique Nickel Short Square Center Bar Buckle

    $1.80$3.25
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  • Brass Buckle 20944

    1-1/2″ Brass Square Center Bar Buckle (#20944)

    $5.25
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  • Round concho, Thunderbird concho

    Thunderbird Round Concho

    $6.25$7.25
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  • English Silver with Gold Star Concho 51

    English Silver w/ Gold Star Concho 51

    $2.00$4.75
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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.