Japanese Sterling Silver Double Prong Quick Release Belt

The last time I released my patented double prong quick release hardware in .925 sterling silver, I was celebrating acquiring the patent! The foundry in England that I was working with on the previous iteration of sterling hardware became unreliable and I had to cut ties. I have been working with Japan on bringing this hardware to reality since we first formed our relationship over two years ago! This hardware is not cast in the same way that brass is, for this very special release, we had to utilize an age-old technique called "lost wax casting" which is a fascinating method that utilizes wax to create a temporary mold, and then the wax is essentially destroyed or "lost" after a casing is formed around it and it is melted to make room for the metal to be poured in. The buckle and keeper are both cast in solid .925 sterling silver, I have hand polished each piece to a dull sheen so that they are ready to develop an amazing patina. Though these belts are highly limited and exclusive, th