For bag/satchel, does anyone sell very dark straps and roller buckles?

[SFGiant]

So I know Magnoli sells them but they’re quite pricy after shipping. Before I go the route of trying to make my own, any advice?

Does anyone know where to get roller buckles?

[Herr Doktor]

David Richardson at Make It Jones (in the UK, but reasonable shipping to the US) and Spade & Archer are 2 quality options. I have items from both. And there’s also Wade Egan.

[Indiana Jeff]

Can’t speak to the buckles, but I got a very dark strap made for myself from a tack supply store. Found several stores online. Sent messages with my request, and one replied and were very accommodating. It was over a decade ago, I may have the contact information buried somewhere, but it’s unlikely.

Regards,

Indiana Jeff

[makeitjones]

As Herr Doktor says, I do make very dark brown straps in either tooling leather (hand dyed veg tan) or an overdyed premium bridle leather for TOD / LC & CS.

Made to any length you want, these are available plain or pre-aged in screen accurate 7/8" wide (or 1" wide if you prefer). Supplied with film appropriate buckle (cheap to add a second buckle too).

Usually get these made and ready to send out 2 days after payment - https://sites.google.com/site/makeitjon ... bag-straps.

[bearbeast]

I did not know your site until now! You make gorgeous stuff!

Cheers,
Bear

[makeitjones]

I've had a fair bit of practice!

[Dr. Jones, Jr.]

I did not know your site until now! You make gorgeous stuff!

Cheers,
Bear

It's fantastic stuff, too! Had a belt and double wrap whip holder made a couple years ago and the holder is the only one I've ever had that holds my whip securely. Highly recommend!

[Stefan Hills]

If you're looking for another some top-notch handmade gear, I would check out PenitentManWorks by Kyle Nibbling based in Texas. Personally, I've bought a bunch of stuff from him, and let me tell you, his work is absolutely mind-blowing. I have yet to see a more accurate screen looking strap, look at the texture of this strap, tell that does not look like something straight off the set of temple of doom. Recently, I snagged his new Indy 5 whip holder and matching bag strap, and they're pure awesomeness. Trust me, you won't be disappointed!

[makeitjones]

Here's an example of the surface on my aged Temple / Crusade / Crystal Skull straps (hand dyed tooling leather and the premium bridle leather). It's a non-destructive process that leaves the surface intact and doesn't weaken the leather but makes it look like it already has years of adventure on it.

[bearbeast]

That looks really good! And I love the fact it's only appearance and it does not take away from the leather's resilience!

Cheers,
Bear

[makeitjones]

Well, my motto for Indiana Jones gear is 'built for adventure and built to last'!

[bearbeast]

I love that, because I love using my gear as much as possible.

[knibs7]

FWIW, my straps not only look just like the worn, shredded hero straps, they are every bit as durable as a new one. I always test them with a 30 lb dumbbell.

[GeordieIndy]

I just came across Make it Jones's website the other day. I was blown away by the quality, and will definitely be placing an order in the near future. I'm just trying to get my hands on an Adventurebilt buckle.

[Hollowpond]

I scooped up one from Make it Jones. I got the weathered bridle leather and it is HIGH quality. I got a TOD and LC buckle and they are attached with a Chicago screw so they are interchangeable. Pairing it with a "modern" Magnoli bag that should be here Monday. I'll post reviews, but I would not hesitate in purchasing the Make it Jones...