Brown Kilt Belts?

**Panache** · 19th July 06, 05:37 PM

Hi All,

Stillwater kilts doesn't currently have their brown kilt belts in stock. I was wondering if any one had any suggestions for other sources? Preferably I'm looking for a belt that I can add a kilt buckle to. Lots of black belts out there, not a whole lot of options for brown.

Thanks and Cheers

**Blu (Ontario)** · 19th July 06, 05:45 PM

What I did was take a standard black leather kilt belt I had and spray painted it with several coats of brown paint. You may be able to find brown leather dye in a spray can at some automotive supply places. You have to wait for the paint to dry for at least 24 hours before wearing it.

I also converted a plain black sporran into a brown one the same way. Had some pictures posted a while back but they were on my old computer unfortunately
and are now lost.

I think I may be the only one so far to try this. It may sound a bit silly but it works for me and I'll probably do it again in future.

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**Rex_Tremende** · 19th July 06, 05:51 PM

How about Pelican Point Trading Company? Looks like they will make anything.

R.

**O'Neille** · 19th July 06, 06:26 PM

For a casual brown belt I'd try anyplace that handles Buzz Kidder's wares. http://giftshop.scottishtartans.org/ lists them. I'm planning on riding to Bisbee this weekend and see if I can get one from the source. I like the single row of buckle holes and that gives an opportunity to use a different buckle. O'Neille

**walkerk** · 19th July 06, 06:27 PM

Try the Mexican beltmakers at San Jose Flea Market. They'll make anything if you show them what you want!

**efer** · 19th July 06, 07:51 PM

Panache, I think the Flea Market may be a great option. I've been to the Pike Place Market and spoken with a few Leather folks. I haven't done anything yet...can't decide

Here's a link to a more tradition look:
http://www.tartanweb.com/view/dress_...t_buckles.html

I hope it helps
Cheers

**Colin** · 20th July 06, 08:38 AM

tartanweb is great. You may also want to check out the belts at http://kiltstore.net/browse/mens-wea...e=highlandwear it looks like they have some brown belts.

**thomsec** · 23rd July 06, 09:15 AM

Howdy from hot Davis Panache,
I highly recommend the work of Rudi at Celtic Empire. The link above should take you to the Litchfield belt I bought. Rudy was great to talk to on the phone and the quality of work and service is excellent. Also take a look at the sporrans he offers. Happy hunting, Charlie