The Beltman in Shark

Czampion · July 18th, 2009, 02:41 PM

I've not yet had the opportunity to post pics of the new belt so I thought I'd bite the bullet today and git 'er done. This is my reinforced, 1.5" shark on bullhide carry belt from thebeltman.net.

As you can see, I also purchased the matching key hanger to go with it. Before expanding on the subject of the belt, have a look at the key hanger. I was pleasantly surprised to see the double hook fastner where the keys go. No worries about losing the ring during heavy activity.

The belt is very nicely finished and the buckle, while diminutive, is rather simple and attractice.

The belt "keeper" is done in skin and is dual layered just as the rest of the belt; shark on bullhide.

This belt is not the tapered model so this is what the standard tail end looks like on a Beltman belt.

Here's a view from the inside. Note the black edge sealer applied to the edges to give uniform color appearance from the outside.

As you can see here, the buckle is held in place by "Chicago Screws."

The belt is marked by the maker and stamped with the size.

Here's a shot of the belt with my HBE Specialty Leatherworks holster, the DC Tuckable, also with shark trim.

Impressions:
The belt arrived some 45 days after the order was recieved which is normal for deliveries to Alaska so the backlog was 40 days as stated by the company. The fit and finish of the belt seem excellent and I believe the belt will perform well for years to come. I've upgraded from my previous belt, a High Noon "Rock Steady" in 1 1/4". I find I don't have to tighten the belt nearly as much as the stiffer, wider belt supports the weight of the gun better.

If you are considering a high-quality CCW belt, I'm sure you will be pleased with the work done by The Beltman.

JimmyC4 · July 18th, 2009, 02:59 PM

Beautiful belt...enjoy.

I just ordered a shark belt from The Belt Man about two weeks ago...I can hardly wait to strap on my SIG with it!

lance22 · July 18th, 2009, 03:12 PM

I want I want I want !

GunnyBunny · July 18th, 2009, 03:29 PM

Wearing mine right now!!

Eyebedam · July 18th, 2009, 03:46 PM

Out of curiousity how much was it done in the Shark.

GunnyBunny · July 18th, 2009, 03:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Eyebedam

Out of curiousity how much was it done in the Shark.

Here you go.

Gun Belts by The Belt Man | tel. (919) 387-1997 | SHARK BELTS

redrick · July 18th, 2009, 07:13 PM

Nice belt and pictures.

Wasabi · July 18th, 2009, 07:17 PM

Wow, very nice belt. Another excellent creation by The Beltman.

retsupt99 · July 18th, 2009, 08:51 PM

That is definitely a quality looking piece of leather...niiiiiice!

Bassetdad · July 18th, 2009, 09:07 PM

I guess I'd better saving my money up.
Thanks for the pictures...

July 18th, 2009, 02:41 PM	#1
Czampion Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Alaska Posts: 106	The Beltman in Shark I've not yet had the opportunity to post pics of the new belt so I thought I'd bite the bullet today and git 'er done. This is my reinforced, 1.5" shark on bullhide carry belt from thebeltman.net. As you can see, I also purchased the matching key hanger to go with it. Before expanding on the subject of the belt, have a look at the key hanger. I was pleasantly surprised to see the double hook fastner where the keys go. No worries about losing the ring during heavy activity. The belt is very nicely finished and the buckle, while diminutive, is rather simple and attractice. The belt "keeper" is done in skin and is dual layered just as the rest of the belt; shark on bullhide. This belt is not the tapered model so this is what the standard tail end looks like on a Beltman belt. Here's a view from the inside. Note the black edge sealer applied to the edges to give uniform color appearance from the outside. As you can see here, the buckle is held in place by "Chicago Screws." The belt is marked by the maker and stamped with the size. Here's a shot of the belt with my HBE Specialty Leatherworks holster, the DC Tuckable, also with shark trim. Impressions: The belt arrived some 45 days after the order was recieved which is normal for deliveries to Alaska so the backlog was 40 days as stated by the company. The fit and finish of the belt seem excellent and I believe the belt will perform well for years to come. I've upgraded from my previous belt, a High Noon "Rock Steady" in 1 1/4". I find I don't have to tighten the belt nearly as much as the stiffer, wider belt supports the weight of the gun better. If you are considering a high-quality CCW belt, I'm sure you will be pleased with the work done by The Beltman.

July 18th, 2009, 02:59 PM	#2
JimmyC4 Distinguished Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Minnesnowta Posts: 1,863	Beautiful belt...enjoy. I just ordered a shark belt from The Belt Man about two weeks ago...I can hardly wait to strap on my SIG with it! __________________ "It's a big gun when I carry it, it is also a big gun when I take it out” – Clint Smith

July 18th, 2009, 03:12 PM	#3
lance22 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: MN Posts: 792	I want I want I want ! __________________ Get MN specific carry information at http://www.twincitiescarry.com/forum/

July 18th, 2009, 03:29 PM	#4
GunnyBunny VIP Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Victoria, B.C. Posts: 2,118	Wearing mine right now!! __________________ CCW permit holder for Utah, Pennsylvannia, Maine and New Hampshire. I can carry in your country but not my own.

July 18th, 2009, 07:17 PM	#8
Wasabi Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Lutz, FL Posts: 1,029	Wow, very nice belt. Another excellent creation by The Beltman. __________________ "Life's tough......It's even tougher if you're stupid." -John Wayne

July 18th, 2009, 03:46 PM	#5
Eyebedam Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Tennessee Posts: 114	Out of curiousity how much was it done in the Shark.

July 18th, 2009, 07:13 PM	#7
redrick Distinguished Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,573	Nice belt and pictures.

July 18th, 2009, 08:51 PM	#9
retsupt99 VIP Member Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Central Florida Posts: 22,750	That is definitely a quality looking piece of leather...niiiiiice! __________________ "That I cannot do." "Give this to, uh, Clemenza. I want reliable people, people who aren't going to be carried away. After all we're not murderers in spite of what this undertaker thinks." *********************************** NRA Life Member

July 18th, 2009, 09:07 PM	#10
Bassetdad New Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Harrison, Ohio Posts: 8	I guess I'd better saving my money up. Thanks for the pictures... __________________ BREATHE IN, BREATHE OUT; MOVE ON

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