Stunning, authentic Smathers & Branson hand-stitched needlepoint belt in the highly sought-after "Beware of Gators" golf course design. Features a detailed golf green scene with a golfer chasing an alligator away with a golf club. Lined with rich brown full-grain Italian leather and finished with a solid brass buckle.
Retails new in the US for $195 (~£155).
• Brand: Smathers & Branson (Hand-Stitched Needlepoint)
• Design: Beware of Gators Golf Belt
• Size: 36 (Best fits someone who wears Size 34 waist trousers per the brand's official sizing guide)
• Width: 1.25 inches
• Materials: 100% French cotton thread, Italian leather lining, solid brass hardware
• Condition: Excellent pre-loved condition. The needlepoint work is entirely intact with no pulled threads or staining. The leather lining is clean, and the brass buckle has a lovely, genuine patina.
A fantastic premium piece for the golf course, country club, or casual wear. Will be packaged securely for transit.
🧵 About the Brand: Smathers & Branson
Founded in 2004, Smathers & Branson is a premier American heritage brand renowned for creating the world's finest hand-stitched needlepoint accessories.
What makes a Smathers & Branson belt unique?
**100% Hand-Stitched:** Every single belt takes an artisan roughly 20 to 25 hours to stitch by hand, meaning no two pieces are completely identical.
**Premium Materials:** They use exclusively high-grade French cotton needlepoint thread, which gives the designs their signature rich texture and lasting durability.
**Luxury Finishings:** The needlepoint is mounted on a robust backing of full-grain Italian leather and paired with a solid brass buckle that develops a beautiful patina over time.
Due to the meticulous craftsmanship involved, these belts retail brand new in the US for $195.00 (~£155) and have become a coveted staple of premium golf course style, country club attire, and classic preppy fashion.
