Rivets are the most common and economical fastener used in BDSM leatherworking. Although brass rivets are more expensive, I've chosen to stock them over steel. Not only are brass rivets impervious to rust, the softer metal is easier to work without a meaningful loss of strength. I only use double-cap rivets myself, but have added some single cap rivets on WWL Hardware by request. NEW: Rivets now available in a 25-piece bag, instead of a 100-piece minimum.

Chicago screws consist of a screw and a post. The post is a base and threaded tube, and the screw threads into the tube to complete a fastening. Chicago screws are very strong, and ideal for loaded or underdesigned points.

These are brass Chicago screws, and again impervious to rust. I offer three sizes, each in a nickel or black finish. Sold individually, with a price break at 12.

Eyelets are set into a hole, and leave the hole open for use while protecting and strengthening it with a sheathing of steel. WWL Hardware carries two popular sizes, sold in packs of 25.

These two-piece grommets consist of the grommet proper plus the backing washer. This item was added specifically to reinforce lock post holes... the #1 grommet offered here is a perfect fit for all of the standard lock posts offered on WWL Hardware. Apply with Grommet Setter, item WT-027.

These unique oblong grommets serve much the same purpose as eyelets, but on plate staple closures. They sheathe the oblong slot with metal to protect and strenghten it. Apply by hand, bending and seating the retaining tabs. Suited for a number of other inventive applications as well.

These speed laces -- sometimes called "boot hooks" -- are ideal for creating a quick-to-lace closure. Popular on many hiking and military boots, speed laces do not fully enclose the lace, allowing a wider opening for entry without having to feed lace back through eyelets. Create a full closure with speed laces, or just use them on the last few lace rows to provide a large entry that is quick and easy to close.

Snaps make a compact and effective closure, and I feel the Line 20 size is ideal for BDSM purposes. A single snap has two sides... male, on the bottom piece of leather, and female, on the top. Each side has two pieces The male side consists of an eyelet and a stud. The female side is made from a button and a socket. These snaps require a Line 20 setter, available in the Tools section.

One of the issues BDSM makers face is the uneven use of male and female components. An adjustable closure usually has one female side attaching to several male sides, although some folks make the other way around. Buying full snap sets therefore means you end up with some components left over. Very wasteful! WWL Hardware sells individual parts in addition to full sets.

These snaps are made from brass for rust resistance, and sold in packs of 10. Available in nickel or black finishes. Black buttons are enamelled a shiny black, while remaining black components are a dull black oxide finish.