Does anybody know a Taylor or other shop that could fix a backpack strap?
The 'ladder lock buckle' was damaged and needs to be replaced.
I have a new buckle but our local Taylor says their machine is not heavy duty enough.
I need someone with a heavy duty sewing machine that can handle two thick pieces of webbing plus the strap padding.
It's a new pack, so I'd hate to have to chuck it.
Any ideas would be much appreciated.
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Try Crouch End Shoe Repairs, 37 Broadway Parade, Tottenham Lane N8 9DB, 020 8340 6606. They used to go by the name Callis (recommendations on here), which is now a locksmith business. The shopfront (Google StreetView, 2025) says they do luggage repairs.
I was also coming here to suggest Callis. They did an absolutely incredible repair on a leather belt do they definitely have the heavy duty machines. I'm sure they could look at webbing too. They are a lovely highly skilled bunch!
Thanks KTwok.
Their website seems to only mention locksmiths - but hopefully they still to luggage repair.
They do shoe and bag repairs still, I went past last week and their set up looked the same. Give them a call, if they've changed what they do it's likely they will know someone who can help you. Good luck!
I've done similar repairs myself using a Speedy Stitcher
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Automatic-Speedy-Stitcher-Leather-Interior...
No sewing ability required (I have none).
Try Modella- they never fail! https://maps.app.goo.gl/u4hjPFnNUNrktXN69?g_st=ic
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