Hardware for Handmade Leather Bags & Wooden Boxes
Trunk Hardware, Box Hardware & Restoration Parts
Bag & Trunk Hardware by Maya Metal
Maya Metal designs and manufactures metal hardware for handmade leather bags, purses, trunks, and wooden boxes. Our catalog includes bag locks and clasps, swivel snap hooks, D-rings and strap connectors, buckles, rivets and studs, purse chains, and trunk and box hardware in stainless steel, brass, and zinc alloy finishes. We ship to leathercrafters, bag makers, and workshops worldwide, with wholesale and bulk pricing and custom OEM hardware available on request.
Frequently Asked Questions
What hardware do I need to make a leather bag?
A leather bag needs hardware at each connection point: a closure such as a turn lock or magnetic snap for the flap, D-rings or O-rings to attach the strap, a slider to adjust strap length, double cap rivets to reinforce handle bases, and optionally a zipper, bag feet and a logo plate. Count the joins in your pattern and match one hardware item to each.
What is the best metal for leather bag hardware?
Solid brass is the best all-round metal for leather bag hardware. It resists corrosion, is strong enough for daily carry, accepts polished, brushed and antique finishes, and ages into a patina that suits leather. Stainless steel is a better choice for heavy-duty or outdoor bags, while zinc alloy suits decorative pieces where complex shapes and lower cost matter more than wear resistance.
Are brass buckles better than zinc alloy buckles?
For belts and straps that see daily friction, solid brass buckles are better. Brass stays intact even when its surface wears, and can be re-polished for decades. Zinc alloy buckles cost less and cast finer detail, but once the plating wears through at the tongue hole or frame edge, the base metal pits and corrodes. For occasional or decorative use, zinc alloy is acceptable.
Can I order small quantities for handmade leather projects?
Yes. LeatherMetal.com is run by Maya Metal, so stock hardware sells in small packs — typically 10 to 100 pieces depending on the item. You get factory-direct pricing without production-scale minimums, and the same pieces can be reordered in larger volumes as your workshop or brand grows.
Does Maya Metal offer custom logo hardware?
Yes. Maya Metal runs OEM production for bag brands, and LeatherMetal.com extends that service to small makers: buckles, rivets, snaps, D-rings and logo plates can be engraved or embossed with your logo. Send your artwork through the store's contact page for minimum quantities and a quote.
What finishes are available for leather hardware?
Common finishes include polished brass, brushed brass, antique brass, nickel, gunmetal, matte black and antique copper. Polished and brushed brass suit classic leatherwork and age naturally; antique finishes hide scratches on working pieces; nickel is bright and hard; gunmetal and matte black suit modern designs but show edge wear over time.