The Belt of Substance

**Big Mikey** · 24th March 10, 01:52 PM

Being a Gentleman of Substance, my accessories must also be substantial. Not only that but they must be of the highest quality and craftsmanship.

I thought I had attained the pinnacle of belt design and substance when I purchased a 3" monstrosity from our fellow member, Cavscout. I was wrong.

Some time ago, Steve offered a limited opportunity for a 4" belt to be made! Well my fellow members, it just wouldn't do for the original G of S to not have such a beasty.

After a number of e-mails and one or two phone calls, we came to an agreement.

The main strap of the belt would be 4", the secondary strap would be 3" with a two prong roller buckle. A simple bead was engraved into the 4" portion and four "targe" patterns were done in nickel rivets. The overall effect is much like a "ranger" belt. Steve also placed a panel in the back to help support everything. Finished in a semi-glossy black, this is not an accessory to be trifled with.

Buckle Detail

The Back with Targe detail

Overall Look with matched sporran straps

And what does one do to celebrate the aquiring of such a wonderous accessory? You get your daughter kilted up and head to the nearest purveyor of fine ales on St. Patrick's Day!

The Beast Belt performed flawlessly. It is very comfortable and received many queries and compliments. But be warned, this is not something for those of slight stature or questionable substance.

Cheers aye.

**Seanmhair** · 24th March 10, 01:56 PM

It is all a matter of proportion and you do it masterfully, a beautiful job!

**BEEDEE** · 24th March 10, 01:58 PM

Awesome!!

Brian

**Canuck of NI** · 24th March 10, 02:04 PM

Originally Posted by BEEDEE

Awesome!!

Brian

I second!

**NewGuise** · 24th March 10, 03:58 PM

Excellent. He does fine work, doesn't he? And while that belt is practically as large as I am, it looks superb on you!

**Tatonka** · 24th March 10, 04:29 PM

Man! you pull that look off excellently!

**ghostlight** · 24th March 10, 04:52 PM

That is a handsome piece of leather craft.

**GDub** · 24th March 10, 05:10 PM

Looks great! Cavscout does fine work--my Oconee belt gets worn whenever I'm kilted in a tartan kilt.

**creagdhubh** · 24th March 10, 05:10 PM

Originally Posted by Big Mikey

Being a Gentleman of Substance, my accessories must also be substantial. Not only that but they must be of the highest quality and craftsmanship.

I thought I had attained the pinnacle of belt design and substance when I purchased a 3" monstrosity from our fellow member, Cavscout. I was wrong.

Some time ago, Steve offered a limited opportunity for a 4" belt to be made! Well my fellow members, it just wouldn't do for the original G of S to not have such a beasty.

After a number of e-mails and one or two phone calls, we came to an agreement.

The main strap of the belt would be 4", the secondary strap would be 3" with a two prong roller buckle. A simple bead was engraved into the 4" portion and four "targe" patterns were done in nickel rivets. The overall effect is much like a "ranger" belt. Steve also placed a panel in the back to help support everything. Finished in a semi-glossy black, this is not an accessory to be trifled with.

Buckle Detail

The Back with Targe detail

Overall Look with matched sporran straps

And what does one do to celebrate the aquiring of such a wonderous accessory? You get your daughter kilted up and head to the nearest purveyor of fine ales on St. Patrick's Day!

The Beast Belt performed flawlessly. It is very comfortable and received many queries and compliments. But be warned, this is not something for those of slight stature or questionable substance.

Cheers aye.

The kilt belt looks great, but get a separate leather strap or chain strap for your sporran mate!