Bag & Purse Hardware Accessories
What is bag and purse hardware?
Bag and purse hardware is the group of metal fittings used to connect, adjust, lock, decorate, and reinforce handmade leather bags, purses, straps, belts, wallets, luggage, and small trunks. At LeatherMetal.com, this collection brings together Maya Metal D-rings, O-rings, swivel snap hooks, buckles, turn locks, strap connectors, rivets, chains, bag feet, and other leather hardware for makers and small leather goods brands.
As of August 2026, this collection includes 75 bag hardware products. It is best used as the main browsing page when you are comparing different metal fittings for leathercraft, repair work, sample making, and small-batch production.
Catalog note: Maya Metal is the brand of Dongguan Maya Metal Accessory Co., Ltd., a China-based manufacturer focused on bag hardware, luggage hardware, trunk hardware, and custom metal accessories. LeatherMetal.com is the online store channel for ordering Maya Metal parts in smaller quantities.
What changed in this collection
- The collection description now separates connection hardware, closure hardware, adjustment hardware, and reinforcement hardware.
- Selection guidance now explains strap width, leather thickness, load direction, and finish matching.
- Related guide links are grouped for buyers comparing bag locks, D-rings, buckles, rivets, chains, and trunk hardware.
How to choose bag hardware
| Hardware type | Common use | What to check before ordering |
|---|---|---|
| D-rings and O-rings | Connect straps, handles, chains, and shoulder pads | Inner width, wire thickness, weld strength, and strap width |
| Swivel snap hooks | Removable bag straps, crossbody straps, key chains, and pet straps | Gate opening, swivel action, load direction, and matching ring size |
| Buckles | Adjustable belts, shoulder straps, backpack straps, and bag flaps | Pin style, roller style, inner bar width, strap thickness, and finish |
| Locks and clasps | Bag flaps, purses, wallets, trunks, and cases | Mounting method, plate size, opening direction, and front-panel clearance |
| Rivets, studs, and feet | Fastening layers, reinforcing stress points, and protecting bag bottoms | Post length, leather stack thickness, cap diameter, and installation tool |
FAQ: Bag and Purse Hardware
What hardware do I need for a handmade leather bag?
Most handmade leather bags use a mix of strap connectors, buckles, hooks, rivets, and a closure. A simple shoulder bag may need D-rings, swivel hooks, an adjustable buckle, rivets, and a turn lock or magnetic clasp.
How do I match hardware size to leather straps?
Match the inside width of the ring, buckle, or hook to the finished strap width. The strap should pass through cleanly without bunching, but it should not have so much side room that it twists during use.
What finish should I choose for bag hardware?
Choose a finish that matches the leather color, brand style, and other fittings on the piece. Brass, antique brass, gunmetal, nickel, and black finishes are common for leather bags and purses.
Can I use the same hardware for bags and trunks?
Some connectors, rivets, locks, and corner protectors can be used on both leather bags and small trunks, but heavier cases usually need thicker parts and stronger mounting points than a soft handbag.
Related Maya Metal guides
- Bag Locks & Clasps for Leather Purses
- D-Rings & Strap Connectors for Leather Bags
- Leather Buckles for Bags, Belts & Straps
- Leather Rivets, Studs & Metal Fasteners
- Bag Chain Straps & Purse Chains
- Trunk Hardware, Box Hardware & Restoration Parts
LeatherMetal.com supplies bag and purse hardware factory-direct from Maya Metal in small packs for leather crafters, workshops and small brands, with wholesale and custom OEM options on request. Related guides: Bag Hardware Buying Guide, Bag Hardware Size & Finish Guide, All Hardware Guides.
