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How to Use the Fancy Hinged Clasp

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Instructions

Step 1
Disassembled hinged clasp

Slide buckle face over hinged cross.

Buckle in an open position
Step 2
Top-down view of Buckle with cross laying flat

Lay cross flat on buckle.

Step 3
Bottom view of Buckle

Cut flat leather cord to size. Slide leather cord into buckle slot. Be sure to align leather with screw holes.

Step 4
Bottom view of buckle with screws being inserted

Insert mini screws into screw holes.


Note: Screws hold securely but if desired, adhesive can be used sparingly.

Step 5
A screwdriver screwing the buckle closed

Using a mini phillips screwdriver, tighten screws to secure buckle to leather. Repeat to secure second screw.

Step 6
Screwdriver screwing Second half of leather cord into the buckle

Insert flat leather cord into opposite buckle slot and secure screws.

Step 7
Completed buckle clasp

Unbuckle clasp and place bracelet onto wrist. Resecure buckle and you are done.


Leather strap can be embellished for further enhancement.

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