Fastener Guidance for Leather Horse Tack and Dog Collars

Rivets & Chicago Screws for Leather Horse Tack and Dog Collars:

  • 1/4" Rivets used for 1-ply (single layer) leather OR 2-ply (double layer) nylon

  • 3/8" Rivets used for 2-ply (double layer) leather OR 3-ply (triple layer) nylon 

  • 1/2" Rivets used for 3-ply (triple layer) leather OR 3-ply + (triple layer) nylon 

  • 1/4" Chicago screws used for 2-ply (double layer) leather OR 3-ply (triple layer) nylon

  • 3/8" Chicago screws used for 3-ply (triple layer) leather OR 3-ply + (triple layer) nylon

For Chicago Screws, Dab a little clear finger nail polish or silicone on the threads before tightening so they can be reused. (Super glued Chicago Screws may be permanent.)

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For Saddle Plate Mounting

3/8" Brads or 1/4" Phillips head screws for undrilled cantles.

3/8" Phillips head screws for previously used holes or for a more secure mounting for bigger / thicker plates.