How do you attach slotted Conchos?

Working from the bottom slide the bottom string end through the hole in the top string. Lift the string ends and again place the bottom string through the hole in the top string. Pull tight and smooth the strings down. Your slot concho is attached!

What is the purpose of Conchos?

Conchos come from the Mexican vaquero tradition and serve both a decorative and a utilitarian role on western saddles. Conchos are metal disks, traditionally with two slits to allow saddle strings to pass through and secure the saddle’s skirts to the saddle tree.

What are slotted conchos for?

Conchos are metal disks, traditionally with two slits to allow saddle strings to pass through and secure the saddle’s skirts to the saddle tree.

Can you replace Conchos on a saddle?

When your saddle needs a facelift, or even if you just need to replace a lost concho, removing and re-installing a domed concho can be a challenge. Slotted conchos (the ones held by leather tie-strings) are easy to change.

Are Conchos Native American?

Although it is commonly said the Navajo (Dine’) borrowed the idea from Spaniards, the Concho Belt has become a long-standing Native tradition. Concho Belts reportedly began appearing in Navajo country in the late 1860s or early 1870s.

How many Conchos are in a belt?

Link concho belts might have from 12 to 18 conchos connected by rings.

What is the size of the screwback on a Concho?

Screwback attachment. This berry concho finished in silver plating and polished. This all metal single screw concho will look great on any leather belt, saddle or purse. It is 1-1/2″ (3.8 cm) in diameter screw back attachment with screw included. Works with any thickness up…

What are the dimensions of a stainless steel Concho?

You are looking at one brand new smooth Stainless Steel Slotted Concho . This item 1350-01 is smooth and measures 1″. Slots are 3/8″ L x 1/8″ (9.5 mm x 3.2 mm). This berry concho finished in antique copper and polished. This all metal single screw concho will look great on any leather belt, saddle or purse.

What is the size of a 1350-01 Concho?

This item 1350-01 is smooth and measures 1″. Slots are 3/8″ L x 1/8″ (9.5 mm x 3.2 mm). This berry concho finished in antique copper and polished. This all metal single screw concho will look great on any leather belt, saddle or purse. It is 1-1/2″ (3.8 cm) in diameter screw back attachment with screw included.

What is the diameter of a berry Concho?

This berry concho finished in antique copper patina and polished metal and will look great on any leather belt saddle or purse. It is 1-1/2″ (3.8 cm) in diameter screwback with screw included. Works with any thickness up to 1/4″.