Chicago screws for leather are durable metal fasteners designed for belts, handbags, straps, and DIY leather projects. Unlike traditional rivets, these screw posts can be easily removed and reused, making them ideal for adjustable leather goods and professional leathercraft.
Chicago screws for leather crafts and bag manufacturing, and are essential for product durability and maintenance., also known as binding post screws, are widely used by leather workers, bag manufacturers, and DIY makers because they provide a secure yet removable connection.
Unlike permanent rivets, screws consist of two parts: a threaded post and a matching screw cap. This design allows users to assemble, disassemble, or adjust leather components whenever necessary. For products such as belts, handbags, wallets, straps, and holsters, this flexibility makes them especially practical.
Our metal screws are manufactured using high-quality materials such as zinc alloy, brass, or stainless steel. Each piece is carefully processed to ensure smooth threads, strong holding power, and consistent surface finishing. The screws are available in a variety of finishes including polished nickel, matte black, antique brass, gold plating, and rainbow colors.
These screw posts are commonly used in several industries:
Leather craft and belt making
Handbag and luggage manufacturing
Outdoor gear assembly
DIY leather projects
Book binding and document binding
Because they can be easily installed using a standard screwdriver, screws are ideal for both professional factories and individual leather artisans.
We also support custom sizes, finishes, and logo engraving, helping brands create hardware that perfectly matches their product design.
For brands and manufacturers, hardware customization plays an important role in product identity. We offer custom screws with various options including:
Custom head diameter
Custom post length
Logo engraving
Special plating colors
OEM packaging
Our factory supports both small batch customization and large-scale production for global brands and leather product manufacturers.
Reusable design – Unlike traditional rivets, Chicago screws can be removed and reused.
Strong metal construction – Made from durable zinc alloy, brass or stainless steel.
Multiple finishes available – Gold, black, antique brass, nickel, rainbow plating.
Perfect for leather goods – Ideal for belts, handbags, wallets and straps.
Easy installation – Just tighten with a screwdriver.

Installing Chicago screws is simple and requires only basic tools.
Punch a hole in the leather material.
Insert the screw post from the back side.
Place the screw cap on the front side.
Tighten using a flat screwdriver.
For heavy-duty applications, a small amount of thread-lock adhesive can be added to prevent loosening.
In modern leather craft, flexibility and durability are both essential. Chicago screws provide a reliable fastening method that allows artisans to assemble and adjust leather products with ease. Their reusable design makes them especially popular among leather craftsmen, DIY hobbyists, and professional manufacturers.
From handmade belts to premium handbags, Chicago screws have become a standard hardware component in many leather goods.
A:Chicago screws are commonly used in leather craft, belts, handbags, straps, and book binding to create a strong yet removable fastening connection.
A:Unlike traditional rivets, Chicago screws can be removed and reused, making them ideal for adjustable or repairable products.
A:They are typically made from zinc alloy, brass, or stainless steel, depending on durability and corrosion resistance requirements.
Chicago screws are widely used in leather craft to create removable and adjustable connections between leather components.
For more information, please visit the Tandy Leather official website.
Parameter |
Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Chicago Screw |
| Material | Zinc Alloy / Brass / Stainless Steel |
| Finish | Gold / Nickel / Black / Antique Brass / Rainbow |
| Head Type | Round Head |
| Post Diameter | 4mm / 5mm / 6mm |
| Post Length | 5mm – 20mm |
| Thread Type | Internal Thread |
| Application | Leather Craft, Bags, Belts, Wallets |
| Installation | Screwdriver |
| Customization | Size, Color, Logo |