IHB-11-BLK -Heavy Duty "Tochigi" Leather Belt with Brass Garrison Buckle - Black
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Looking at the video about shortening the belt I assume that there is a minimum to the length one can remove, i.e. at least the distance between the two chicago screw holes would need to be cut off to get a clean result without extra holes.
Is that correct and how much is that? Are the measurements (Base of Buckle Prong to 3rd (Middle) Hole) the same as for the IHB-07? -
I've had this almost a year now. Fantastic belt. I love the Chicago screw construction (why is there any other way?), the thick/durable/good looking leather (my ~$100 belts are so puny in comparison), and the functionality of the garrison buckle. Some pants have very little distance between the two front belt loops and the other version of the buckle doesn't work as well in those situations. Garrison may be a little more loud/casual stylistically, but it functions with all my pants.
This past weekend I reduced the length by a couple inches. This is the second time I've done that since I've owned it. The video on the product page gives you the gist, but I'll add some color. If you don't have the leatherworking tools they use in the video, you can use a power drill and drill bit to punch the holes. Can't remember which sized I used but just start small and work your way up. Holes don't look as clean as the video but they get covered up when you screw it back together any way.
It's just awesome to be able to adjust the length as you wear it and it stretches. Can't wait to order the brown version.
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Chicago screw construction (why is there any other way?)
Speaking of "other ways," another term for the Chicago screw is "sex bolt."
Don't get me wrong, I love Chicago, but I don't understand why "sex bolt" isn't the "only way" to refer to them.
Then again, the ole "Chicago screw" does sound like an Urban Dictionary entry.
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and Chicago fittings on air lines.
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@scarfmace Should be this week, possibly slide in to next
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Seems like these did not get a restock? any update?
