As a hobbyist, I had a bit of a procurement adventure finding brass eyelets and lace hooks. Sharing some notes here.
Ohio Travel Bag
As of 2024-08-18T07:00:00Z, Ohio Travel Bag is now distributing through Weaver Leather and selling online via https://www.weaverleathersupply.com.
Brass Eyelets
| Series | Hole | Flange | Length | Washer | Die Set | Setter | Pliers | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A-344 | 3.9mm | 7.8mm | 5.5mm | A-402 | T-1227 | C.S. Osborne 456 | T-1617 | Similar to those used by Allen Edmonds on Higgins Mill boots. |
| A-345 | 4.7mm | 8.8mm | 5.6mm | A-401 | T-1226 | C.S. Osborne 456 | T-1617 | |
| A-346 | 4.4mm | 9.0mm | 6.5mm | A-401 | T-1226 | C.S. Osborne 456 | T-1617 | |
| A-348 | 5.3mm | 9.8mm | 6.5mm | A-401 | T-1226 | C.S. Osborne 456 | T-1616 | Similar to those used by Pacific Northwest work boot makers. |
| A-275 | 5.46mm | 8.63mm | 7.9mm | A-401 | T-1226 | C.S. Osborne 456 | T-1616 |
Brass Lace Hooks
| Series | Diameter | Post | Lacing | Hand Tool | Die | Holder |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A-294 | 8mm | 5mm | 3mm | T-1232 | T-1294 | T-1233 |
| C-1567 | 7mm | 1/4″ | 3mm | T-1232 | T-1678 | T-1233 |
| A-295 | 10mm | 6mm | 4mm | T-1232 | T-1295 | T-1233 |
Trendware
Danvers, Massachusetts
Tendware keep a list limited list of popular hardware items in stock, including some brass eyes and hooks. However, the minimum order quantity direct from Trendware is 1,000 pieces.
They have a few distributors that sell smaller quantities, including Frankford Leather: hooks and eyes.
Lace Hooks
| Number | Material | Size |
|---|---|---|
| 201 | Steel | 6mm |
| 203 | Steel | 10mm |
| 205 | Solid Brass | ??? |
| 2033 | Steel | 8mm |
The sizes above are listed dimensions. I am not sure what, exactly, they measure.
Options:
- scored or rollset
- finishes: brass lacquered, shiny nickel, OEB (antique brass), gunmetal, black, painted black
Sorrell Notions and Findings
Lisa distributes a number of eyelets and hooks.
#14 Nickel Hooks
- From Götz Service GmbH
- Götz Model 95
- 100-count bag Götz SKU 782 058 1
- Approximate Measurements:
- Post Outside Diameter 5mm
- Post Inner Diameter approximated 3.5mm
- Hook Opening 3mm
- Hook Head Diameter 10mm
- Post Height
- 7mm bottom of hook mouth to tip of post
- 5mm just flat portion of post
- Setting Die Set is Götz SKU 797 130 09