LeatherMetal
LeatherMetal.com is the direct-to-maker store of Maya Metal, a factory specializing in metal hardware for leather bags, purses, trunks and wooden boxes. It sells solid brass, stainless steel and zinc alloy hardware — buckles, D-rings, rivets, purse locks, snap hooks, chain straps and corner protectors — in small packs (typically 10–100 pieces) with factory-direct pricing, plus OEM/custom logo hardware for bag brands.
Company
- About Maya Metal: Factory background, production capabilities and OEM services.
- Contact: Quotes, custom logo hardware inquiries and support.
- Payment & Shipping Information: Payment methods, shipping options and delivery times.
- Wholesale & Bulk Orders: Volume pricing for workshops and brands.
- Custom Bag Hardware / OEM Metal Fittings: Engraved and embossed logo buckles, rivets, snaps, D-rings and logo plates.
- Hardware Quote Request Checklist: What to prepare before requesting an OEM quote.
Product Collections
- Bag & Purse Hardware Accessories
- Leather Buckles for Bags, Belts & Straps
- D-Rings & Strap Connectors for Leather Bags
- Bag Locks & Clasps for Leather Purses
- Leather Rivets, Studs & Metal Fasteners
- Bag Snap Hooks & Strap Clasps
- Bag Chain Straps & Purse Chains
- Bag Handle Mounts & Bridge Handles
- Trunk & Box Hardware
- Trunk & Box Corner Protectors
- Box Lid Support Stays & Case Hardware
- Wooden Box Blanks & Trunk Bag Kits
- DIY Trunk Hardware Kits
- Finished Wooden Jewelry Boxes
Buying Guides
- Bag Hardware Buying Guide
- Leather Buckles Buying Guide
- D-Rings & Strap Connectors Buying Guide
- Purse Locks & Clasps Buying Guide
- Rivets, Studs & Bag Feet Buying Guide
- Snap Hooks & Swivel Clasps Buying Guide
- Bag Chain Straps & Purse Chains Buying Guide
- Trunk & Box Hardware Buying Guide
- All Maya Metal Hardware Guides
Size Charts & Reference Data
- Bag Hardware Size & Finish Guide
- How to Measure Bag Hardware
- Leather Rivet Size Chart
- D-Ring Size Chart for Bag Straps
- Buckle Size Chart for Leather Straps
- Snap Hook Size & Compatibility Guide
- Bag Hardware Finish Comparison: Polished brass, brushed brass, antique brass, nickel, gunmetal, matte black and antique copper compared.
- Purse Lock Types Explained
- Purse Lock Size & Screw Spacing Guide
- Bag Chain Strap Length Guide
Blog Tutorials (Guides)
- How to Install Double Cap Rivets on Leather Bags: Post length, hole punching, setter technique and common mistakes.
- How to Install a Turn Lock on a Handmade Bag Flap: Marking, reinforcement, slot cutting and prong setting.
- How to Install Bag Feet on a Leather Bag: Positioning, base reinforcement, prong vs screw mounting.
- How to Shorten a Bag Chain Strap: Measuring the drop, opening links correctly, and attaching chains through metal rings.
- How to Make an Adjustable Bag Strap with a Slider Buckle: Matching strap, slider, ring and clasp widths, threading order and common mistakes.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What hardware do I need to make a leather bag? A closure (turn lock or magnetic snap), D-rings or O-rings for the strap, a slider for adjustment, double cap rivets to reinforce handle bases, and optionally a zipper, bag feet and a logo plate.
- What is the best metal for leather bag hardware? Solid brass is the best all-round metal: corrosion-resistant, strong, and it ages into a patina that suits leather. Stainless steel suits heavy-duty or outdoor bags; zinc alloy suits decorative pieces.
- Are brass buckles better than zinc alloy buckles? For daily-wear belts and straps, yes — brass stays intact when its surface wears and can be re-polished for decades, while zinc alloy pits and corrodes once the plating wears through.
- Can I order small quantities for handmade leather projects? Yes — stock hardware sells in packs of 10–100 pieces with factory-direct pricing and no production-scale minimums.
- Does Maya Metal offer custom logo hardware? Yes — buckles, rivets, snaps, D-rings and logo plates can be engraved or embossed with your logo through OEM production.