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square ring – connector ring – single loop slider
used to connect 2 (strap) parts, allowing strap to move freely
swivel hook – swivel snap
easily attach or detach bag strap to bag
deering connector
used to connect bag with strap, usually by means of a snap hook
adjustable slider – triglide – adjuster – adjustable buckle
bag strap can be made longer or shorter according to preference of user
runner – zipper pull – zip fastener – zipper closure – slide fastener
open and close zipper
match your slider with type and size of zipper tape
zipper tape – continuous zipper – endless zipper
open and close bag or pocket
exists in several types and sizes, each with own type of slider
studs – bottom studs – bottom nails
protect bag bottom against wear and tear
double / single cap rivets – studs
attach layers of fabric or leather together
square ring – connector ring – single loop slider
used to connect 2 (strap) parts, allowing strap to move freely
swivel hook – swivel snap
easily attach or detach bag strap to bag
adjustable slider – triglide – adjuster – adjustable buckle
bag strap can be made longer or shorter according to preference of user
crossbody strap – shoulder strap – wrist strap – adjustable strap – belt strap
carry a bag in one or more different ways
parachute buckle – side squeeze buckle – single (or dual) adjust side release buckle – sternum strap buckle
used as a bag closure or for 2-piece adjustable straps that can come apart
runner – zipper pull – zip fastener – zipper closure – slide fastener
open and close zipper
match your slider with type and size of zipper tape
eyelet
used to prevent punched fabric from fraying or tearing
purse chain – chain strap – chain-by-the-yard
used as classy alternative to a bag strap
deering connector
used to connect bag with strap, usually by means of a snap hook
magnetic closure, magnetic button
bag or wallet closure
ring – connector ring
connects straps or handles to a bag, or parts of straps to each other
tongue lock – tuck lock clasp
used as closure for a bag
tail clip – belt tip – strap end
cover the raw, unfinished ends of a webbing or other strap
zipper cord end – cord end – zipper stopper
covers the loose end of a zipper
backpack strap adjuster – ladder lock slider buckle
connect and adjust webbing/straps when you need a secure hold
strap cover
cover the raw, unfinished ends of a fabric, (faux) leather, or other strap
double / single cap rivets – studs
attach layers of fabric or leather together
crossbody strap – shoulder strap – wrist strap – rolled handle – belt strap
carry a bag in one or more different ways
