Correct buckels

[Scota4570]

I am making my kit.

I have finished the rifle and horn.

I will do the bag next.  What do correct buckles ca. 1800 look like.  I want to make a buckle for the main shoulder strap and two smaller ones for the horn.

Plan B would be an Inkle  loom hemp strap for the bag.  How did the make those adjustable, if they did.   

This is going with an early Armstrong rifle.  So something plausible to that rifle and period would be best.

Thanks,

Scot

[Jerry V Lape]

For the inkle straps I use I did not make them adjustable.  However, if you want them adjustable my suggestion is to sew the end of the strap that attaches to the rear side of the bag to a short leather extension and  another short  extension to the bag at the attachment point.  Put a buckle on one piece and holes for the buckle on the other.  That way the buckle shouldn't be scratching up your rifle. 

[James Rogers]

Since you are requesting information for correct items, would inkle woven straps be correct for the period and place?
I would go with generic horse tack type buckles and use iron tongues

[Scota4570]

http://byrneshop.com/products/original-d-buckle-leather-belt

Like that but hand made out of steel?

I am not sure on the correctness of Inkle straps for maryland ca. 1800.  Maybe somebody can help?  I was attracted to the idea because it is different and possibly more comfortable than leather.  Also I could get one with the Armstrong family tartan colors.  I have several books on making bags.  They are not cataloged by counties or schools like rifles.  It keeps the search interesting I guess. 

[Randy Hedden]

I have to agree with Mr. Rogers. Inkle loom use in the US appears to only go back as far as the 1900's. We might be able to push it back to the late 1800's. i would use typical cast brass horse tack buckles with steel tongues.

[okieboy]

 You might enjoy a look at Fort Vause Outfitters.
http://www.fortvauseoutfitters.com/buckles