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Production of exotic luxury leather belts - Authentic leather craftsmanship

Experience authentic leather craftsmanship with our handmade luxury belts. Each belt is a unique result of traditional artisan craftsmanship. Timeless — can be passed down to the next generation when properly maintained. Over time it will develop richness and patina.

The Craft Behind Our Silver Clasps - Authentic and Genuine

Experience the authentic craftsmanship behind our luxury silver clips. Each clip is handmade by experienced artisans using traditional techniques.

When did leather belts replace suspenders?

When did people start using belts instead of suspenders?   The use of belts instead of sus...

Wild Alligator Hunting - Louisiana

The Belt Animal. Vietnam veterans, bloodthirsty alligators, and steaming swamps in Louisiana. Belt manufacturer Tor Bredal's business trips are not like others...

Photos of animal species used for belts

i Wild Alligator Tegu Lizard Ostrich Yellow Anaconda Stingray Python Freshwater Crocodile Caiman Crocodile B...

Short facts about the animal species

Alligator (Alligator mississippiensis)There are only two species of alligator – the one mentioned above and the Chine...

The processes for making BREDAL alligator leather belts

The skins have already gone through many processes from the time of capture via the cooler room with the hunter with salting, to being picked up by truck to the tannery

Alligator or crocodile? The battle for world-class leather belts.

The rails from both are considered the most expensive available. The image below shows alligator's broad round jaw - caiman crocodile which actually belongs to the alligator genus  also has this. Alligators have a bite force of 2 tons.   The Crocodile has a sharper jaw design. The first two have hidden teeth, while the crocodile has poor dental alignment with many teeth outside and clearly visible.
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