They are sold in full sets i.e. a bag of 10 will contain 40 parts.
Part A is the top or cap. Part B is the female part and is riveted through the leather to part A. Part C is the male part and is riveted through the leather to part D.
All press studs can be fixed by hitting a simple tool with a hammer. A different tool is needed for each size of press stud. Click here for a diagram.
Large Ring-Spring Press Studs F17 A/A
These are the strongest type of press stud and are suitable for a
large range of products from denim jackets to car hoods. The diameter of the
cap is 15mm.
Part B contains a circular spring which clicks over a ridge in part C to form
a firm grip.
Made from steel and available in nickel plate, brass plate and gunmetal.
Small Ring-Spring Press Studs F18 A/A and F19 A/A
This type of press stud works in the same way as the large ring-spring
but the diameter of the spring is smaller. This gives less grip and is suitable
for lighter garments, small bags, heavy wallets.
They are available in two cap sizes. 15 mm and 13 mm.
Made from steel and available in nickel plate, brass plate and gunmetal.
S-Spring Press Studs F20 A/A
In this type of press stud the spring is bent into a squat S shape
hidden inside part B leaving only two parallel bars exposed to grip part C.
They are used on light fabrics, purses, and wristbands. They are not as strong
as ring springs but are smaller and neater. The cap size is 13 mm.
Made from steel and available in nickel plate, brass plate and gunmetal.
Small S-Spring Press Studs F36 A/A
These are the smallest type and are used on purses and filofax. They
are available with 10mm diameter caps. They are made from steel and are available
nickel plated, brass plated or black caps with nickel plated underparts. Please
note: fixing tools are not currently available for this press stud.
