bagmaKINGS basics

Let's talk "bag hardware"

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What is 'that' called?

If you want to learn what all those bits ‘n pieces on your bag are called, then click on the images to display more information.

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What could 'that' be?

If your bag pattern calls for a specific piece of hardware but you have no idea what that could be, then click the accompanying button to visualize!

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Strap slider
also known as

adjustable slider – triglide – adjuster – adjustable buckle

main function

bag strap can be made longer or shorter according to preference of user

Rectangular ring
also known as

square ring – connector ring – single loop slider

main function

used to connect 2 (strap) parts, allowing strap to move freely

D-ring
also known as

deering connector

main function

used to connect bag with strap, usually by means of a snap hook

Snap hook
also known as

swivel hook – swivel snap 

main function

easily attach or detach bag strap to bag

rivet
also known as

double / single cap rivets  

main function

easily attach or detach bag strap to bag

zipper slider
also known as

runner – zipper pull – zip fastener – zipper closure – slide fastener

main function

open and close zipper

important

match your slider with type and size of zipper tape

zipper-by-the-yard
also known as

zipper tape – continuous zipper – endless zipper

main function

open and close bag or pocket

important

exists in several types and sizes, each with own type of slider

Rectangular ring
also known as

square ring – connector ring – single loop slider

main function

used to connect 2 (strap) parts, allowing strap to move freely

Bag feet
also known as

studs – bottom studs 

main function

protect bag bottom against wear and tear

rivet
also known as

double / single cap rivets  

main function

easily attach or detach bag strap to bag

Snap hook
also known as

swivel hook – swivel snap 

main function

easily attach or detach bag strap to bag

Strap slider
also known as

adjustable slider – triglide – adjuster – adjustable buckle

main function

bag strap can be made longer or shorter according to preference of user

side release buckle
also known as

parachute buckle

main function

used as closure for a bag, but also to easily attach or detach straps

zipper-by-the-yard
also known as

zipper tape – continuous zipper 

main function

open and close bag or pocket

important

exists in several types and sizes, each with own type of slider

zipper slider
also known as

runner – zipper pull – zip fastener – zipper closure – slide fastener

main function

open and close zipper

important

match your slider with type and size of zipper tape

turn lock
also known as

twist lock

main function

used as closure for a bag

grommet
also known as

eyelet

main function

used to prevent punched fabric from fraying or tearing

bag chain
also known as

chain strap

main function

used as classy alternative to a bag strap

Strap slider
also known as

adjustable slider – triglide – adjuster – adjustable buckle

main function

bag strap can be made longer or shorter according to preference of user

D-ring
also known as

deering connector

main function

used to connect bag with strap, usually by means of a snap hook

Snap hook
also known as

swivel hook – swivel snap 

main function

easily attach or detach bag strap to bag

rivet
also known as

double / single cap rivets  

main function

easily attach or detach bag strap to bag

O-ring
also known as

ring – connector ring

main function

used to connect bag with strap or handles, possibly by means of a snap hook

Snap button
also known as

press snap – snap fastener – press button

main function

bag or wallet closure

tuck lock
also known as

tongue lock – tuck lock clasp

main function

used as closure for a bag