Girthy!

Got my first piece of my BF armor today! The girth belt from Dover Saddlery. I've got to get myself some Minwax water-based red stain to dye it.

Anyone have recommendations for a strap system in the back to connect the ends?

Thanks!

1 inch nylon strapping.

Look at the ESB promo pics in the gallery of Boba Fett standing in the Cloud City hallway. You can see it very clearly.

BBF also sells the straps I think.

BBF = Booboo Fett? I figure I can go to a fabric store and pick up something that simple. Or maybe an Army/navy store. Hmm.

It is mohair hopefully?

I just used some black leather I had laying around from an old Vader belt and punched a few gromets in it...works good for me.

It is indeed mohair. (Was that important?)

If you PM me I will send you the link for the screen accurate nylon strapping. I cant post a link to the auction, it's not mine. Be aware the smallest amount is 10 yards for $9.95 free shipping but it is the right stuff.

Just snagged 4 yards for $3.50. But thanks!

Originally Posted by BlackCatBone

It is indeed mohair. (Was that important?)

yes it is important

The weave on the standard heavy weight strapping is incorrect thlight weight strapping has the correct weave.

I was wondering if the stain has to be watered down (cut with water) to use as a dye or is the stain used straight from the can? I have a mohair belt that I'd like to dye.

Does the belt shrink after dyeing? Will it need to be stretched while drying?