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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
(other types: bolt snap ~ trigger snap ~ lever 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
(other types: bolt snap ~ trigger snap ~ lever 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
zipper tape ~ continuous zipperÂ
open and close bag or pocket
exists in several types and sizes, each with own type of slider
twist lock
(other types: flip lock ~ press lock ~ push lock)
bag or wallet closure
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
double / single cap rivets – studs
attach layers of fabric or leather together
press snap – snap fastener – press button
bag or wallet closure
swivel hook – swivel snapÂ
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
ring – connector ring
connects straps or handles to a bag, or parts of straps to each other
push lock – tuck lock – tongue lock
(other types: flip lock – turn lock)
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 ~ strap end 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 ~ belt strap
carry a bag in one or more different ways
chain strap connector ~ strap extender
decorative
purse trim ~ edge trim ~ wallet trim
decorative
key fob ~ key fob hardware kit
decorative key ring holder
key fob ~ key fob hardware kit
decorative key ring holder
twist lock
(other types: press lock ~ push lock ~ tuck lock ~ flip lock)
bag or wallet closure
rivet-back magnetic snap ~ magnetic snap rivet
bag or wallet closure
