Timeless style. Crafted for everyday durability. Made to go the distance. The Black Wickett & Craig Bridle Leather Belt is handcrafted in our New Jersey studio from premium American full-grain, vegetable-tanned leather sourced from Pennsylvania's renowned Wickett & Craig tannery. Its substantial 10–12 oz thickness (approximately 4–4.8 mm) delivers dependable strength and structure, gradually molding to your waist for a more personalized fit. With a smooth satin finish, hand-painted black edges for a clean, refined look, and your choice of solid brass or nickel-plated brass hardware, this 1.5-inch leather belt brings lasting quality to everything from everyday denim to polished casual outfits.
Hardware: Solid brass or nickel brass buckle, Chicago screws
Origin: Handcrafted in New Jersey, USA
Size guide
Measure an existing belt prong-to-hole; that’s your size.
Or add 2 inches to pants waist.
Five holes at 1 in spacing; 1.5 in width fits standard loops.
Custom lengths available on request.
The leather
Tanned in small batches at Wickett & Craig’s historic Pennsylvania tannery, our leather begins as full-grain U.S. steer hide and is slowly vegetable-tanned with tree-bark extracts instead of harsh chemicals.
The 10–12 oz bridle stock is hot-stuffed with natural oils and waxes, giving each strap a rich pull-up and a subtle, satin glow.
From the first buckle-up it feels firm and supportive; with wear it warms, softens, and develops a deep patina that’s unique to you. Heritage quality, earth-minded tanning, and everyday luxury—right on your waist.
How it is made
We start with a single side of Wickett & Craig bridle leather, hand-picked for clean grain and even 10–12 oz temper.
A strap cutter slices a continuous 1.5″ strip from the hide’s backbone—the strongest portion.
Edges are beveled, then burnished .
Five holes are hand-punched; the center hole is measured precisely to your ordered size.
Solid-brass or nickel buckle secured with Chicago screws, allowing quick hardware swaps or nameplate additions.
Every belt is inspected for cut accuracy, edge finish, and hardware security before leaving our New Jersey workshop.
