DIY Bag Strap Leather Source?

theinterchange · Post by **theinterchange** » Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:21 pm

I'm thinking about making a few bag straps for myself, and was wondering if anyone knew of a good source for leather? And I want quality leather!

There's a Tandy Leather shop across town, but was wondering if there was a different option online that's cheaper?

Any help would be appreciated.

Randy

jmacpix · Post by **jmacpix** » Mon Feb 02, 2009 3:58 pm

You might have some luck at a saddle or horse tack shop. A pair of reins might just do the trick. They usually have a nice finish and can come in 72 inch lengths. The leather straps at Tandy tend to be quite thick and stiff unless you want to buy a hide and split it to the right width.

Post by **Indiana Jeff** » Tue Feb 03, 2009 2:26 am

I spent a bunch of time looking online a few months back for leather to make my own strap. Tandy was the best source I found. My intention with looking was to save some money by making my own strap. I found that a homemade strap would cost me just as much as buying from any number of vendors so unless you want to do it as a project you likely won't be saving any money.

Regards,

Indiana Jeff