Question: Window pane buckle measurements??

[rossm10]

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

 

[John jennings]

I will measure a couple when i get home, think its around 2”

 

[tdelewis]

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]

I will measure a couple when i get home, think its around 2”

Thank you!!

 

[rossm10]

Thank you John!!

 

[rossm10]

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]

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.

 

[tdelewis]

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.

 

[tdelewis]

Another point to consider. I use calipers to measure the thickness of the belt where strap will overlap. This will help determine the space between the staple and the buckle.

 

[John jennings]

 

[John jennings]

Staple on the back for belt, need to clean up the solder yet