Brass Rivets
Brass Rivets
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These are traditional rivet-and-burr rivets in brass, the same permanent fastening used in saddlery and harness work for generations. Each rivet comes in two parts: a post with a flat head, and a burr, the small washer that locks it in place. Once set, the joint cannot unscrew, pop open or pull apart.
The face of the head has a textured, hammered-look finish that gives a handmade character to belts, bags and strap work. The 19 mm post is long enough for thick, multi-layer joints and is simply trimmed down to suit thinner work.
Applications
๐ Belts & Straps
Fix buckle folds, keepers and strap ends permanently.
๐ Bag Handles
Anchor handles and strap tabs where stitching alone takes too much load.
๐ด Saddlery & Harness
The classic fastening for tack, harness and heavy strap work.
๐ Collars & Leashes
Secure D-rings, buckles and handle loops on pet gear.
๐ก๏ธ Sheaths & Holsters
Reinforce the mouth and stress points of thick, welted work.
โจ Decorative Detail
Use the textured brass head as a visible design feature.
Key Features
๐ Permanent Joint
The post is hammered over the burr, forming a mechanical lock that will not loosen with use.
๐ก Brass
A warm golden colour that mellows and develops a natural patina with age and handling.
๐จ Textured Head
A hammered-look face on the 9 mm head, for a handmade, traditional appearance.
๐ Long 19 mm Post
Reaches through thick, multi-layer joints. Trim it shorter for thinner leather.
What You Will Need
๐ณ๏ธ Hole Punch to make a snug hole for the 3.3 mm post
๐ ๏ธ Rivet & Burr Setter to seat the burr and dome the post
๐๏ธ Pincers, end cutters or diagonal pliers to trim the post
๐จ Mallet or maul to strike the setter, and a solid steel or stone surface to work on
How to Set
Punch. Make a hole through all the layers, just large enough for the post to pass through.
Insert. Push the post through from the front, so the head sits on the visible side.
Seat the burr. Slide the burr over the post and drive it down tight against the leather with the burr setter.
Trim. Cut the post so that about 1.5 to 2 mm stands above the burr.
Peen. Strike the cut end with the peening tool until it spreads into a smooth dome over the burr.
๐ก Tips for Setting Brass Rivets
โย Brass is harder than copper. It takes more, firmer blows to dome than a copper rivet does. Use a mallet or maul with some weight behind it, and be patient.
โย Cut close and clean. The 3.3 mm brass post is tough to cut. Pincers and end cutters trim closest to the burr, and a pair with long handles is easier on the hands for batch work.
โย Do not leave the post too long. Too much length bends over sideways instead of forming a dome. Too little will not hold the burr.
โย Work on a solid surface. Rest the head on steel or stone so the force goes into the rivet, not the bench.
โย New to riveting? Copper Rivets in the same size are softer and easier to set, and make good practice.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Rivet and burr |
| Material | Brass |
| Head Diameter | 9 mm |
| Post Diameter | 3.3 mm |
| Post Length | 19 mm |
| Burr Diameter | 9 mm |
| Head Finish | Textured |
| Pack Sizes | 10, 100 or 200 |
โ ๏ธ Please note: These are not quick-set rivets. They need a setter, cutters and a mallet to install, and once set they are permanent. Setting tools are not included.
About Brass: Brass naturally darkens and develops a patina over time. Small variations in colour and in the texture of the head from piece to piece are normal.
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