You're right, injunjack, I scored that buckle and got a quick reply from Sumi. It was just what I'd been looking for in the US, but no one had it (believe me, I searched all the manufacturers in the online Thomas Guide). If it's what I expect, I intend to buy more. I'll be using some 13-15 oz. russet cowhide and copper rivets. A simple but supremely HD jeans belt. I'll post some pics when I get the prototype done. I'm also prototyping a 3 1/2 by 7 inch simple but HD wallet (LH or RH) that will make your butt cheek bulletproof–complete with a Scottish Rampant Lion embossed on the outside. Four layers of heavy cowhide, hand stitched with Southern Whitetail tendon, with an inside Challenge Coin pocket.
Asp.