This belt transcends the realm of conventionality by tapping directly into the epicenter of counter-culture at its peak, with Dennis Hopper at the helm, portraying his unapologetic self in his 1971 documentary about his life in the wake of his box office success, 'Easy Rider'.
One iconic element that adorned Hopper throughout the film was a distinctive large brass buckle belt with a brown leather strap. This very belt was a crucial part of his ensemble, contributing to his unique and iconic style showcased in the film. It has become a symbol of that era, encapsulating a particular moment in his life and the counterculture of the early 1970s.
Inspired by Hopper's legendary belt, we proudly introduce 'The Hopper Belt' as a part of our American Dreamer collection. The buckle is meticulously cast from a substantial 110 grams of solid brass, crafted in precise accordance with Hopper's original buckle. The strap is skillfully created using 100% Italian full-grain bovine leather. We preserve the natural grain and patina of full-grain leather, ensuring each piece embodies a unique, one-of-a-kind appearance. Over time, the leather darkens and its texture softens, creating a timeless, vintage look.
Every Hopper Belt is artisanally handcrafted in Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region, where skill meets heritage, resulting in a piece that not only pays homage to a cultural icon but also epitomizes unparalleled craftsmanship and timeless style.
Special features:
Handcrafted in Italy
Large impressive buckle measuring 106mm x 71mm (4.2” x 2.8”), made of solid brass with a weight of 110 grams
Strap hight: 37mm (1.46”)
100% Italian bovine leather – vegetable tanned
Done in precise accordance to the belt worn by Dennis Hopper in The American Dreamer (1971)
This belt transcends the realm of conventionality by tapping directly into the epicenter of counter-culture at its peak, with Dennis Hopper at the helm, portraying his unapologetic self in his 1971 documentary about his life in the wake of his box office success, 'Easy Rider'.
One iconic element that adorned Hopper throughout the film was a distinctive large brass buckle belt with a brown leather strap. This very belt was a crucial part of his ensemble, contributing to his unique and iconic style showcased in the film. It has become a symbol of that era, encapsulating a particular moment in his life and the counterculture of the early 1970s.
Inspired by Hopper's legendary belt, we proudly introduce 'The Hopper Belt' as a part of our American Dreamer collection. The buckle is meticulously cast from a substantial 110 grams of solid brass, crafted in precise accordance with Hopper's original buckle. The strap is skillfully created using 100% Italian full-grain bovine leather. We preserve the natural grain and patina of full-grain leather, ensuring each piece embodies a unique, one-of-a-kind appearance. Over time, the leather darkens and its texture softens, creating a timeless, vintage look.
Every Hopper Belt is artisanally handcrafted in Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region, where skill meets heritage, resulting in a piece that not only pays homage to a cultural icon but also epitomizes unparalleled craftsmanship and timeless style.
Special features:
Handcrafted in Italy
Large impressive buckle measuring 106mm x 71mm (4.2” x 2.8”), made of solid brass with a weight of 110 grams
Strap hight: 37mm (1.46”)
100% Italian bovine leather – vegetable tanned
Done in precise accordance to the belt worn by Dennis Hopper in The American Dreamer (1971)
In our range of boots we have sought to incorporate as many of the key distinguishing features of western boots as possible while at the same time giving them a more contemporary lean that are more effortless to wear. Common to them all is the ankle-high-fitted-shaft with pull tabs, underslung heel and narrow toe without being pointed. The metal shank has been maintained for better arch support and like authentic old western boots they are handmade using a Goodyear welt by some of the best factories in Spain and Portugal.
Underslung 4.0cm high leather stacked western heel
Pull straps
Western pattern toe stitching (medallion)
Fitted shaft
Concealed YKK side zipper
Metal shank for arch support
Close cut outsoles to make stitching appear more subtle
Carefully stitched tongue in iconic western shape
Carefully stitched counter in iconic western shape
In our range of boots we have sought to incorporate as many of the key distinguishing features of western boots as possible while at the same time giving them a more contemporary lean that are more effortless to wear. Common to them all is the ankle-high-fitted-shaft with pull tabs, underslung heel and narrow toe without being pointed. The metal shank has been maintained for better arch support and like authentic old western boots they are handmade using a Goodyear welt by some of the best factories in Spain and Portugal.
Underslung 4.0cm high leather stacked western heel
Pull straps
Western pattern toe stitching (medallion)
Fitted shaft
Concealed YKK side zipper
Metal shank for arch support
Close cut outsoles to make stitching appear more subtle
Carefully stitched tongue in iconic western shape
Carefully stitched counter in iconic western shape
In our range of boots we have sought to incorporate as many of the key distinguishing features of western boots as possible while at the same time giving them a more contemporary lean that are more effortless to wear. Common to them all is the ankle-high-fitted-shaft with pull tabs, underslung heel and narrow toe without being pointed. The metal shank has been maintained for better arch support and like authentic old western boots they are handmade using a Goodyear welt by some of the best factories in Spain and Portugal.
Underslung 4.0cm high leather stacked western heel
Pull straps
Western pattern toe stitching (medallion)
Fitted shaft
Concealed YKK side zipper
Metal shank for arch support
Close cut outsoles to make stitching appear more subtle
Carefully stitched tongue in iconic western shape
Carefully stitched counter in iconic western shape
In our range of boots we have sought to incorporate as many of the key distinguishing features of western boots as possible while at the same time giving them a more contemporary lean that are more effortless to wear. Common to them all is the ankle-high-fitted-shaft with pull tabs, underslung heel and narrow toe without being pointed. The metal shank has been maintained for better arch support and like authentic old western boots they are handmade using a Goodyear welt by some of the best factories in Spain and Portugal.
Underslung 4.0cm high leather stacked western heel
Pull straps
Western pattern toe stitching (medallion)
Fitted shaft
Concealed YKK side zipper
Metal shank for arch support
Close cut outsoles to make stitching appear more subtle
Carefully stitched tongue in iconic western shape
Carefully stitched counter in iconic western shape
Four-piece ranger belt in straight style done in english bridle leather. The 4-piece ranger buckle (one buckle, two keepers and one tip) takes inspiration from vintage ranger buckles from Santa Fe New Mexico however reinterpreted with an elongated tip, rounded keepers etc.
Special features:
English bridle leather strap in straight style
4-piece ranger buckle configuration
Inter-changeable buckle mechanism
The belt tip locked in place through a small whole and a peg in the tip
Four-piece ranger belt with ¾ inch billet straps sewn onto a wider 1 1/4 inch body. The 4-piece ranger buckle (one buckle, two keepers and one tip) takes inspiration from vintage ranger buckles from Santa Fe New Mexico however reinterpreted with an elongated tip, rounded keepers etc.
Special features:
Wider body (1 ¼ inch)
Narrower billet straps in the front (¾ inch)
4-piece ranger buckle configuration
Inter-changeable buckle mechanism (three snap buttons to allow easy change, one to attach the buckle and one each for the two keepers)
The belt tip locked in place through a small whole and a peg in the tip
Four-piece ranger belt with ¾ inch billet straps sewn onto a wider 1 1/4 inch body. The 4-piece ranger buckle (one buckle, two keepers and one tip) takes inspiration from vintage ranger buckles from Santa Fe New Mexico however reinterpreted with an elongated tip, rounded keepers etc.
Wider body (1 ¼ inch)
Narrower billet straps in the front (¾ inch)
4-piece ranger buckle configuration
Inter-changeable buckle mechanism (three snap buttons to allow easy change, one to attach the buckle and one each for the two keepers)
The belt tip locked in place through a small whole and a peg in the tip