Question: Window pane buckle measurements??

rossm10

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Hello all, Is there a formula to use when cutting the opening in a "window pane" style buckle to determine the length the opening should be based on the width of the belt???I'm making a buckle for a 1.5" belt and was wondering how long I should saw out the opening in order for the belt to be able to slide through easily??? Thanks for any help or ideas!! Ross
 

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Shouldn't you consider the size of the belt, width? That would determine the size of the window. The border around the outside could be wide or thin. I suggest that you have the belt in your hand before you make the buckle.
 

rossm10

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Shouldn't you consider the size of the belt, width? That would determine the size of the window. The border around the outside could be wide or thin. I suggest that you have the belt in your hand before you make the buckle.
 

rossm10

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Yes, The width is 1.5"....I know that measurement. I'm wondering that based on that measurement, if there is a standard ratio/formula to ballpark the length of the window needed to make sure the belt feeds through easily.
 

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You should also consider the thickness of the leather. Some belts have a lining, others do not. I have a belt to make a trophy style buckle for and the it is much thicker than most because of a lining. A good looking buckle will start with a good design on paper. When I made my first ranger style buckle I made a test piece in copper as I had to form it by hand.
 
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