May have made a hasty purchase... please advise

j21blackjack · February 25th, 2009, 10:31 PM

So I bought this Bianchi B26 "Professional Belt". I didn't do any research before buying it, and now I'm starting to worry it's not going to make a good gun belt. Has anyone used this particular belt or have any knowledge of how they hold up?

muddy · February 26th, 2009, 10:42 AM

Is it a lined belt? Meaning is the belt made from two pieces of leather sewing together all the way around the belt? If it is it should be fine. You do not need a $100 belt. I wear a belt I got for $30 from the local farm supply store that's lined. It is plenty stiff enough for everyday carry.

rocky · February 26th, 2009, 11:08 AM

from Bianchis website-the b26 page http://www.bianchi-intl.com/product/...p?numSubCat=30
Bianchi offers a complete line of superior quality leather belts that combine functionality and fine craftsmanship. Constructed of durable, full grain leather and the finest, corrosion-resistant hardware, our attention to detail and exclusive design features put these belts in a class all their own. Our vat dyeing process ensures maximum color penetration that goes deep into the hide, which is then sealed to provide a lustrous satin finish. To stand up to the extra strain of carrying a holstered gun, our belts feature heavy weight cowhide that looks great and won’t crease in your back belt loop. Our buckles are cast from solid brass, of course; nothing less would do.

SIXTO · February 26th, 2009, 11:14 AM

I don't know about this belt specifically, but Bianchi generally makes good stuff.

JerryM · February 26th, 2009, 11:23 AM

I have two of his B5 belts. I bought them years ago when I did not know anything about holsters and belts. I think I purchased them through Natchez.

Although they look prretty good with basket weave, they are not suitable for gun belts. I bought better, heavier, and stiffer ones in a flea market made in Mexico for $15.
Pesonally I have not seen anything he makes that I would buy considering other makers and prices.

Regards,
Jerry

j21blackjack · February 26th, 2009, 04:00 PM

Got it fixed, canceled the Bianchi and ordered a Crossbreed along with the new holster.

BruceGibson · February 26th, 2009, 04:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SIXTO

I don't know about this belt specifically, but Bianchi generally makes good stuff.

That's been my experience.

February 25th, 2009, 10:31 PM	#1
j21blackjack Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Kingsland, Georgia Posts: 334	May have made a hasty purchase... please advise So I bought this Bianchi B26 "Professional Belt". I didn't do any research before buying it, and now I'm starting to worry it's not going to make a good gun belt. Has anyone used this particular belt or have any knowledge of how they hold up?

February 26th, 2009, 11:08 AM	#3
rocky Senior Moderator Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: MI Posts: 13,080	from Bianchis website-the b26 page http://www.bianchi-intl.com/product/...p?numSubCat=30 Bianchi offers a complete line of superior quality leather belts that combine functionality and fine craftsmanship. Constructed of durable, full grain leather and the finest, corrosion-resistant hardware, our attention to detail and exclusive design features put these belts in a class all their own. Our vat dyeing process ensures maximum color penetration that goes deep into the hide, which is then sealed to provide a lustrous satin finish. To stand up to the extra strain of carrying a holstered gun, our belts feature heavy weight cowhide that looks great and won’t crease in your back belt loop. Our buckles are cast from solid brass, of course; nothing less would do. __________________ "In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock." Thomas Jefferson Nemo Me Impune Lacesset Link to my kydex builds:http://rocknloadkydex.blogspot.com/

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February 26th, 2009, 10:42 AM	#2
muddy Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Utah Posts: 126	Is it a lined belt? Meaning is the belt made from two pieces of leather sewing together all the way around the belt? If it is it should be fine. You do not need a $100 belt. I wear a belt I got for $30 from the local farm supply store that's lined. It is plenty stiff enough for everyday carry.

February 26th, 2009, 11:23 AM	#5
JerryM Distinguished Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 1,693	I have two of his B5 belts. I bought them years ago when I did not know anything about holsters and belts. I think I purchased them through Natchez. Although they look prretty good with basket weave, they are not suitable for gun belts. I bought better, heavier, and stiffer ones in a flea market made in Mexico for $15. Pesonally I have not seen anything he makes that I would buy considering other makers and prices. Regards, Jerry

February 26th, 2009, 04:00 PM	#6
j21blackjack Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Kingsland, Georgia Posts: 334	Got it fixed, canceled the Bianchi and ordered a Crossbreed along with the new holster.