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COPPER RIVETS 10G x 3/4"

Item No. G01688
Price £1.16
price per 10
excl. tax
In stock
10

Description

Copper Rivets 10G × 3/4″ refers to the gauge and length/size of the rivet.
Material / Finish: Solid copper, not plated.
Unit: Sold per 10 rivets (or per pack of 10).
 
✅ What It Is & How It Works
  • A solid copper rivet (also known as a “saddler’s rivet” or simply “copper rivet”) — which typically means a one‑piece metal fastening: a rivet with a head, a stem/post, and you use a washer or burr on the other side.
  • Unlike two‑part fasteners (like tubular rivets or screw‑posts), these are hand‑peened / hand‑hammered into place: you punch a hole through your material(s), insert the rivet (stem through the hole), place a matching washer over the protruding stem, then hammer/peen the stem over the washer to flatten and lock it.
  • Once set, the rivet creates a permanent, very strong mechanical joint, well suited for heavy‑duty or load‑bearing seams, or areas that must stand up to stress — more so than many tubular or stitched joins.
 
📦 Key Features & Advantages
  • Solid material & durability: As a solid copper rivet with a proper washer, the joint is robust and long-lasting — and copper resists corrosion, so the join remains reliable over time.
  • Suitable for heavy / multi‑layer jobs: Good for thick leather, layered materials, or places under tension — e.g. belt ends, bag straps, handles, harnesses or work‑leather goods. Solid copper rivets like this are often used where tubular rivets may not provide enough strength.
  • Timeless / traditional aesthetic: Copper rivets give a classic, rugged look that’s admired in leatherwork, outdoors gear, heritage‑style bags and belts. Over time copper develops a patina — which some wearers value for character and vintage look.
  • Permanent joint: Once peened, the rivet and washer won’t come loose the way screws might — ideal for projects where you do not want parts to unscrew or shift.
 
🎯 Typical Uses & Applications
This type of copper rivet — 10G × 3/4″ — is especially well‑suited for:
  • Leather goods: belts, wallets, holsters, sheaths, bags, straps, harnesses — anywhere you need a strong, permanent join through leather.
  • Heavy‑duty constructions: e.g. bags or items with multiple layers of leather or leather + metal reinforcement, handles, load‑bearing seams.
  • Outdoor / rugged gear: because of copper’s resistance to corrosion and the strength of a hand‑peened joint, good for gear exposed to stress, moisture, or rough use (e.g. outdoor bags, saddlery, belts, workwear).
  • Heritage or traditional-style craftwork: for craftspeople or hobbyists wanting a “classic” look (copper rivet heads, possible patina over time) rather than modern plated or tubular hardware.
 

Specifications

Part
Rivet
Size
10G x 3/4" 20mm
Country of Origin
Great Britain

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COPPER RIVETS 10G x 3/4"

Item No. G01688
Price £1.16
price per 10
excl. tax
In stock
10

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Description

Copper Rivets 10G × 3/4″ refers to the gauge and length/size of the rivet.
Material / Finish: Solid copper, not plated.
Unit: Sold per 10 rivets (or per pack of 10).
 
✅ What It Is & How It Works
  • A solid copper rivet (also known as a “saddler’s rivet” or simply “copper rivet”) — which typically means a one‑piece metal fastening: a rivet with a head, a stem/post, and you use a washer or burr on the other side.
  • Unlike two‑part fasteners (like tubular rivets or screw‑posts), these are hand‑peened / hand‑hammered into place: you punch a hole through your material(s), insert the rivet (stem through the hole), place a matching washer over the protruding stem, then hammer/peen the stem over the washer to flatten and lock it.
  • Once set, the rivet creates a permanent, very strong mechanical joint, well suited for heavy‑duty or load‑bearing seams, or areas that must stand up to stress — more so than many tubular or stitched joins.
 
📦 Key Features & Advantages
  • Solid material & durability: As a solid copper rivet with a proper washer, the joint is robust and long-lasting — and copper resists corrosion, so the join remains reliable over time.
  • Suitable for heavy / multi‑layer jobs: Good for thick leather, layered materials, or places under tension — e.g. belt ends, bag straps, handles, harnesses or work‑leather goods. Solid copper rivets like this are often used where tubular rivets may not provide enough strength.
  • Timeless / traditional aesthetic: Copper rivets give a classic, rugged look that’s admired in leatherwork, outdoors gear, heritage‑style bags and belts. Over time copper develops a patina — which some wearers value for character and vintage look.
  • Permanent joint: Once peened, the rivet and washer won’t come loose the way screws might — ideal for projects where you do not want parts to unscrew or shift.
 
🎯 Typical Uses & Applications
This type of copper rivet — 10G × 3/4″ — is especially well‑suited for:
  • Leather goods: belts, wallets, holsters, sheaths, bags, straps, harnesses — anywhere you need a strong, permanent join through leather.
  • Heavy‑duty constructions: e.g. bags or items with multiple layers of leather or leather + metal reinforcement, handles, load‑bearing seams.
  • Outdoor / rugged gear: because of copper’s resistance to corrosion and the strength of a hand‑peened joint, good for gear exposed to stress, moisture, or rough use (e.g. outdoor bags, saddlery, belts, workwear).
  • Heritage or traditional-style craftwork: for craftspeople or hobbyists wanting a “classic” look (copper rivet heads, possible patina over time) rather than modern plated or tubular hardware.
 

Specifications

Part
Rivet
Size
10G x 3/4" 20mm
Country of Origin
Great Britain

Reviews (0)

There are no reviews yet.