Plaited belts

.. Plaited Belts ...

Australian bushmen have, over the years developed many skills using kangaroo leather, which was readily available to them. This leather is renowned for its strength (relative to the weight of the hide), durability and flexibility and is therefore extremely comfortable to wear. Finely braided belts were a traditional specialty of the Australian whipmakers with the twin ring style being the most common. To do these up you simply put the tail through both rings then turn it back on itself and between the rings.

All our belts are made from lace strands, cut from specially selected hides, which are stretched before being bevelled and plaited. Therefore, when you receive your belt, most of the stretch has been taken up so you will not end up with the tail hanging down around your knees when you have worn it for a while! They also come with a loose keeper to take ensure the tail will not flap about and be untidy.

To ensure the right size when ordering, please take the measurement around yourself in the position you wear your belt. Tell us this measurement and we will be able to send the correct size belt to you. This may or may not be the same as your waist size. All belts available in tan, brown, dark brown and black. Other colours may be available on request. We can also put other fittings on the belt you require just ask about the possibility when placing your order. Maybe you have a special buckle you would like fitted. Wider belts can also be made to your specifications.

PLEASE NOTE: All prices are in Australian Dollars. In addition to these prices, postage and handling will apply and varies with location.

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	The 'Billy Lid' A belt (for the kids) made from 9 strands sennit plait and 1" (25mm) wide fitted with nickel rings. All children's sizes available; 22", 24", 26" & 28" waist sizes. Price: AUD$37.50 {AUD$41.25 inc. GST within Australia}
	The 'Ringer' 9 strand 1¼" (32mm) belt made from strong kangaroo hide, plaited in a simple sennit sequence and fitted with nickel rings. Ideal for an all round work belt. Price: AUD$50.00 {AUD$55.00 inc. GST within Australia}
	The 'Goanna' 14 strand 1¼" (32mm) belt plaited from kangaroo leather with a unique pattern which looks like the skin flap on the neck of a goanna. A most attractive belt fitted with brass rings. Price: AUD$80.00 {AUD$88.00 inc. GST within Australia}
	The 'Crocodile Ridge' 12 strand 1¼" (32mm) belt with a single centre ridge and fitted with nickel rings. Price: AUD$65.00 {AUD$71.50 inc. GST within Australia}
	The 'Squatter' 17 strand 1¼" (32mm) belt with a very fine herringbone plait finished with flat brass dees. This belt is ideal to wear with a suit as the dees sit nice and flat. Price: AUD$90.00 {AUD$99.00 inc. GST within Australia} Also available in 1½" (38mm) 19 strand AUD$95.00 {AUD$104.50 inc. GST within Australia}
	The 'Diamondback' 13 strand, two tone 1¼" (32mm) belt shown here in dark brown and tan with brass rings. Other colours available. Price: AUD$87.50 {AUD$96.25 inc. GST within Australia}
	The 'Overseer' A 13 strand 1½" (38mm) herringbone plaited belt with leather braided rings. A nice dressy belt for hitting the town for that special occasion. Price: AUD$82.50 {AUD$90.75 inc. GST within Australia}
	The 'Jillaroo' A smart 10 strand sennit plait belt with stylish solid brass buckle and keeper. Price: AUD$62.50 {AUD$68.75 inc. GST within Australia}
	The 'Bushman' This a very special 1¼" wide belt made from 18 strands plaited in a goanna pattern, and has two plaited pouches; one for a knife and the other for a watch (or oilstone). Fitted with a pair of solid brass rings this belt makes a stylish gift. Price: AUD$250.00 {AUD$275.00 inc. GST within Australia}
	The 'Rodeo' These plaited cord belts are made from braided poly cord in 1½" (38mm) width and are fitted with a nickel buckle. The range of colours are shown and you can make up the combination you would like. The range of colours are; black, white, silver, mauve, red, gold, green, brown, burgundy, and royal blue. We can use a single colour up to six colours in each belt. We can also supply them with nickel rings or with no fittings at all so you can put your latest trophy buckle on them! Price: AUD$32.50 {AUD$35.75 inc. GST within Australia}
	Although not technically a belt, these will still hold your 'strides' (trousers) up. Braces, or suspenders, 'Y' style made from 1" plaited leather straps with elastic back for comfort. Hand-sewn leather buttonholes to attach to trousers with solid brass sliders for adjustment. Available in single colour or two tone. Complete with a set of buttons to sew onto your trousers. Price: AUD$175.00 {AUD$192.50 inc. GST within Australia}

**Can't see a length, colour or style that suits you? Please contact us with your requirements and we'll be happy to help fit you with exactly what you need.**