Posted by Chuck(G) on January 22, 2002 at 15:56:17:
In Reply to: Leather straps posted by Adam on January 22, 2002 at 14:02:43:
I'd not recommend leather, particularly on a raw brass or silverplate instrument. Leather contains an acid used in the tanning process and could corrode the metal. A better choice might be vinyl (can you say Naugahyde?). Pick it up from an upholstery shop or a store that deals in yardage.