I appreciate all the help guys. I have a friend who does leather work, belts wallets purses ect. He is making a belt for me this week, he's actually excited to do it. I guess it's just something a little different. I had thought about using an old ratchet strap, but I was unsure how much heat the belt must with stand. I have yet to build my first fire, so you guys will probably get tired of seeing.....?Jason D.....for a good while. I just love working with metal, I do heavy repair work at Ford Kentucky Truck plant, and enjoy fabricating or repairing on the farm. I still feel like I'm gonna have a long row to Hoe blacksmithing. Just something that has always facinated me.
Oh where might I find some good coal? (I got a million questions I think)
Thanks again