Rigger-Belt-2.jpg (Copy)Handmade Rigger leather tool belt worn over a thick wool jumper, showing its 2-inch width and solid brass double-prong buckle.
The Rigger handmade British leather tool belt with solid brass double-prong roller buckle and hand-stitched leather keepers.
Heavy-duty Rigger leather tool belt handmade from British oak bark tanned leather, with nine adjustment holes and brass buckle.
Man wearing the Rigger leather tool belt over a wool jumper, carrying tools whilst walking outdoors with his dog.
Rigger leather tool belt with optional leather sleeve displayed alongside its solid brass double-prong buckle.
Close-up of an optional leather tool belt attachment with brass Dee ring, copper rivets and traditional hand stitching.
Outdoor worker wearing the handmade Rigger leather tool belt over a thick wool jumper beside a stack of timber.
Close-up of the Rigger leather work belt worn over winter clothing, showing the wide leather strap, adjustment holes and brass buckle.
Leather tool sheath hanging from the Rigger workman's tool belt, showing how tools can be carried securely at the waist.
Close-up of the Rigger Belt showing its solid brass double-prong buckle, hand-stitched leather keepers and traditional saddle stitching.
British oak bark tanned bridle leather colour options for Warriner Leather belts: Australian Nut, Dark Oak, London Tan and Black.
Rigger-Belt-2.jpg (Copy)Handmade Rigger leather tool belt worn over a thick wool jumper, showing its 2-inch width and solid brass double-prong buckle.
The Rigger handmade British leather tool belt with solid brass double-prong roller buckle and hand-stitched leather keepers.
Heavy-duty Rigger leather tool belt handmade from British oak bark tanned leather, with nine adjustment holes and brass buckle.
Man wearing the Rigger leather tool belt over a wool jumper, carrying tools whilst walking outdoors with his dog.
Rigger leather tool belt with optional leather sleeve displayed alongside its solid brass double-prong buckle.
Close-up of an optional leather tool belt attachment with brass Dee ring, copper rivets and traditional hand stitching.
Outdoor worker wearing the handmade Rigger leather tool belt over a thick wool jumper beside a stack of timber.
Close-up of the Rigger leather work belt worn over winter clothing, showing the wide leather strap, adjustment holes and brass buckle.
Leather tool sheath hanging from the Rigger workman's tool belt, showing how tools can be carried securely at the waist.
Close-up of the Rigger Belt showing its solid brass double-prong buckle, hand-stitched leather keepers and traditional saddle stitching.
British oak bark tanned bridle leather colour options for Warriner Leather belts: Australian Nut, Dark Oak, London Tan and Black.

The Rigger Belt

from £130.00

A handmade British leather tool belt for carpenters, foresters, riggers and outdoor folk.

The Rigger is a heavy-duty leather tool belt designed to be worn over clothing rather than through trouser loops. Handmade to measure from British oak bark tanned leather in my Dartmoor workshop, its 2" (50mm) width helps distribute the weight of tools and pouches across the waist and hips. A solid brass double-prong West End roller buckle provides a secure fastening, whilst nine adjustment holes allow the belt to be worn over lighter summer clothing or thick winter layers.

Choose the belt on its own, or add an additional leather sleeve, a set of four leather loops with brass Dee rings, or both. Designed to work alongside your existing tool pouches and holders, giving you more ways to arrange your working equipment.

British oak bark tanned leather · 2" (50mm) width · Solid brass double-prong roller buckle · Nine adjustment holes · Optional tool accessories · Handmade to measure in Devon

Getting your size right

Please carefully follow my BELT MEASUREMENT GUIDE before placing your order to ensure you take the correct measurement for your belt. As the Rigger is designed to be worn over clothing, please refer to the specific measuring instructions for this belt. If you're unsure, please get in touch before ordering and I'll happily help..

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A handmade British leather tool belt for carpenters, foresters, riggers and outdoor folk.

The Rigger is a heavy-duty leather tool belt designed to be worn over clothing rather than through trouser loops. Handmade to measure from British oak bark tanned leather in my Dartmoor workshop, its 2" (50mm) width helps distribute the weight of tools and pouches across the waist and hips. A solid brass double-prong West End roller buckle provides a secure fastening, whilst nine adjustment holes allow the belt to be worn over lighter summer clothing or thick winter layers.

Choose the belt on its own, or add an additional leather sleeve, a set of four leather loops with brass Dee rings, or both. Designed to work alongside your existing tool pouches and holders, giving you more ways to arrange your working equipment.

British oak bark tanned leather · 2" (50mm) width · Solid brass double-prong roller buckle · Nine adjustment holes · Optional tool accessories · Handmade to measure in Devon

Getting your size right

Please carefully follow my BELT MEASUREMENT GUIDE before placing your order to ensure you take the correct measurement for your belt. As the Rigger is designed to be worn over clothing, please refer to the specific measuring instructions for this belt. If you're unsure, please get in touch before ordering and I'll happily help..

How to Measure Your Rigger Belt

Unlike a traditional trouser belt, the Rigger is designed to be worn over your clothing, not through your trouser loops, so please don't use your usual belt or trouser size.

Using a flexible tape measure, measure around your waist or hips, wherever you would normally wear your tool belt. Take two measurements: one over your lighter summer clothing, such as a shirt, and another over your usual winter layers, such as a thick jumper or coat. Keep the tape comfortably snug, without pulling it tight, and measure in the same position each time.

You'll be asked to enter your measurements during checkout. Please provide both your summer and winter measurements in either inches or centimetres, separated by a comma, with your summer measurement first.

For example: 36", 40" or 92cm, 102cm.

I'll use these measurements to make your belt and position the nine adjustment holes to accommodate your different layers of clothing, provided both measurements fall within the available adjustment range.

If you're unsure about measuring, please get in touch before ordering and I'll happily help.

Black-and-white illustration showing how to measure for a leather tool belt over a summer T-shirt and a thick winter jumper or work coat using a flexible measuring tape.
Black-and-white illustration showing how to measure for a leather tool belt over a summer T-shirt and a thick winter jumper or work coat using a flexible measuring tape.
 

Please allow 1 to 2 weeks for your bespoke, made-to-order belt.

Materials & Craftsmanship

The Rigger Belt is handmade from British oak bark tanned leather, chosen for its strength, dense fibre structure and ability to withstand years of hard work. At 2" (50mm) wide, it is designed to be worn over clothing rather than through trouser loops, helping to distribute the weight of tools and pouches across the waist and hips.

Each belt is cut, edged and burnished by hand in my Dartmoor workshop. The solid brass West End roller buckle features two prongs for a secure, stable fastening that helps prevent the belt from twisting under load. Two traditionally saddle-stitched leather keepers and an additional running keeper secure the longer belt tail. Unlike standard tool belts sold in fixed sizes, the Rigger is individually made to measure with nine adjustment holes, allowing it to be worn over a lightweight shirt in summer or a thick wool jumper and coat in winter.

For those needing additional carrying options, the Rigger can be fitted with an optional leather sleeve, a set of four leather loops with brass Dee rings, or both. The sleeve slides onto the belt, allowing tool pouches and holders to be arranged alongside it, whilst the Dee-ring loops provide useful attachment points for keys, clips and other working essentials.

The Rigger takes its name from my own years spent building festivals, stages and rigging heavy equipment high above the ground. My partner and I have both worked in rigging, carpentry and outdoor trades, where a dependable tool belt is an essential part of everyday working life. The name also connects to my Cornish roots and the maritime riggers who worked aboard sailing ships, relying upon their tools and practical skills. It seemed a fitting name for a belt designed from first-hand experience of working with your hands, carrying the tools you need and making things that last.

Made to Measure & Returns

Every belt is individually made to the measurements you provide. As these are made-to-measure items, I cannot accept returns or exchanges for a change of mind or an incorrect measurement supplied when ordering.

Please follow my Belt Measurement Guide carefully before placing your order, and if you're unsure, do get in touch. This does not affect your statutory rights if your belt is faulty, not as described or incorrectly made.

Shipping

UK orders are sent by Royal Mail Tracked 24. International orders are sent via Royal Mail International Tracked.

Please be aware that international orders may be subject to import duties, customs charges and local taxes imposed by the destination country. Any additional charges are the responsibility of the customer and are not included in the purchase price or shipping costs.

Please see my Delivery & Returns page for further information on UK and international shipping, delivery times and returns policies.

Guarantee, Repairs & Care

I make these belts to be used, not kept precious. With a little care, good bridle leather will give decades of service, and I believe that something made to last should also be repairable.

Every Belt is covered by my lifetime guarantee, and if your belt ever needs attention in the years ahead, please get in touch. You can read more about my Guarantee & Repairs here.

Leather will naturally soften and change with use. An occasional application of my Natural Leather Balm will help keep it supple and nourished. For more detailed advice, see my Leather Care guide.

Crafted from British Oak Bark Tanned Leather

The Rigger belt is handmade using British oak bark tanned bridle leather from J&FJ Baker & Co. in Colyton, Devon — the last remaining traditional oak bark tannery in Britain.

Oak bark tanning is a slow process, taking around 12–14 months from raw hide to finished leather. Using natural tannins from oak bark, the hides are gradually tanned to produce strong, dense leather with a beautiful depth of colour and character.

Baker's bridle leather has long been used for saddlery and harness work, where strength and reliability are essential. These same qualities make it particularly well suited to a hard-working everyday belt.

Read more about the history and craftsmanship of oak bark tanning and J&FJ Baker tannery here.