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#5,243
Hermès size Waist circumference cm to in ... just measure your waist or where you want the belt to hit you... this info is on their website under the belt kits size guide link...
70cm - 27.5"
75cm - 29.5"
80cm - 31.5"
85cm - 33.5"
90cm - 35.4"
95cm - 37.4"
100cm - 39.4"
105cm - 41.3"
110cm - 43.3"
115cm - 45.3"
120cm - 47.2"
 
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#3,452
I brought my 13mm belt to hermes today to add additional holes so I can wear it at my waist. The SA warned me that as the hole will be manually punched and the puncher given by hermes is meant for 32mm belts, the hole may not be aligned. I really wanted to wear it on my waist so I said lets do one first so I can see what it is like. After he punched the hole, my heart sank when I saw the result. The spacing was ok but the position of the hole is lower than the original 3 (see attached picture). I need at least one more hole so I can wear it at my waist but I'm uncertain as to whether I want the additional one to be done at hermes or go to a shoe repair shop. If I leave it as it is, the misaligned hole will be covered by the leather if I use the last original hole. But if I use any of the other original holes, the misalignment is pretty obvious IMO.

To be honest, I got the 13mm belt so I can wear it at my waist with dresses. I'm trying to convince myself it's ok. What's done is done and I should get the additional holes punched so I can wear it at my waist and it covers the 'misaligned' hole or all other additional holes. Problem is, if I get it done at hermes, when I use any of the additional misaligned holes, the belt does not aligned properly (see picture attached).

Has anyone else asked hermes to punch an additional hole on their 13mm belt? Was it centralized?

What should I do now? Add more holes or leave it as it is?

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#3,453
qwertyz said:
I brought my 13mm belt to hermes today to add additional holes so I can wear it at my waist. The SA warned me that as the hole will be manually punched and the puncher given by hermes is meant for 32mm belts, the hole may not be aligned. I really wanted to wear it on my waist so I said lets do one first so I can see what it is like. After he punched the hole, my heart sank when I saw the result. The spacing was ok but the position of the hole is lower than the original 3 (see attached picture). I need at least one more hole so I can wear it at my waist but I'm uncertain as to whether I want the additional one to be done at hermes or go to a shoe repair shop. If I leave it as it is, the misaligned hole will be covered by the leather if I use the last original hole. But if I use any of the other original holes, the misalignment is pretty obvious IMO.

To be honest, I got the 13mm belt so I can wear it at my waist with dresses. I'm trying to convince myself it's ok. What's done is done and I should get the additional holes punched so I can wear it at my waist and it covers the 'misaligned' hole or all other additional holes. Problem is, if I get it done at hermes, when I use any of the additional misaligned holes, the belt does not aligned properly (see picture attached).

Has anyone else asked hermes to punch an additional hole on their 13mm belt? Was it centralized?

What should I do now? Add more holes or leave it as it is?

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From your second photo, I don't think anyone would notice the alignment issue as they would be looking at you, in your entirety and not directly at the belt and certainly not as close up as the photo. What if a cobbler centralized the next hole? Would you feel better wearing it then?
 
#3,454
qwertyz said:
I brought my 13mm belt to hermes today to add additional holes so I can wear it at my waist. The SA warned me that as the hole will be manually punched and the puncher given by hermes is meant for 32mm belts, the hole may not be aligned. I really wanted to wear it on my waist so I said lets do one first so I can see what it is like. After he punched the hole, my heart sank when I saw the result. The spacing was ok but the position of the hole is lower than the original 3 (see attached picture). I need at least one more hole so I can wear it at my waist but I'm uncertain as to whether I want the additional one to be done at hermes or go to a shoe repair shop. If I leave it as it is, the misaligned hole will be covered by the leather if I use the last original hole. But if I use any of the other original holes, the misalignment is pretty obvious IMO.

To be honest, I got the 13mm belt so I can wear it at my waist with dresses. I'm trying to convince myself it's ok. What's done is done and I should get the additional holes punched so I can wear it at my waist and it covers the 'misaligned' hole or all other additional holes. Problem is, if I get it done at hermes, when I use any of the additional misaligned holes, the belt does not aligned properly (see picture attached).

Has anyone else asked hermes to punch an additional hole on their 13mm belt? Was it centralized?

What should I do now? Add more holes or leave it as it is?

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Txoceangirl said:
From your second photo, I don't think anyone would notice the alignment issue as they would be looking at you, in your entirety and not directly at the belt and certainly not as close up as the photo. What if a cobbler centralized the next hole? Would you feel better wearing it then?
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Agree with txoceangirl. I always buy the 13mm for wearing at the waist, as you do, and I buy exact size so I never had holes punched. But I've requested H to punch holes in my 24mm belts and imprevisible bracelet (not their standard belt thickness) and it's always aligned well. There was a time I even requested for extra holes on hapi bracelet but that is smaller hole so they recommended me to go to a flagship store where the craftsman will have more appropriate tools. With what your SA said even before they punched the hole, maybe it's better for you go to a trusted cobbler to align the last hole? Unless you can go to a flagship store near you. You need the extra hole so you can maximize use of your belt. Feel bad for you, but as you already mentioned, the unaligned hole will be hidden when you wear it with one more additional hole, so don't worry.
 
#3,455
qwertyz said:
I brought my 13mm belt to hermes today to add additional holes so I can wear it at my waist. The SA warned me that as the hole will be manually punched and the puncher given by hermes is meant for 32mm belts, the hole may not be aligned. I really wanted to wear it on my waist so I said lets do one first so I can see what it is like. After he punched the hole, my heart sank when I saw the result. The spacing was ok but the position of the hole is lower than the original 3 (see attached picture). I need at least one more hole so I can wear it at my waist but I'm uncertain as to whether I want the additional one to be done at hermes or go to a shoe repair shop. If I leave it as it is, the misaligned hole will be covered by the leather if I use the last original hole. But if I use any of the other original holes, the misalignment is pretty obvious IMO.

To be honest, I got the 13mm belt so I can wear it at my waist with dresses. I'm trying to convince myself it's ok. What's done is done and I should get the additional holes punched so I can wear it at my waist and it covers the 'misaligned' hole or all other additional holes. Problem is, if I get it done at hermes, when I use any of the additional misaligned holes, the belt does not aligned properly (see picture attached).

Has anyone else asked hermes to punch an additional hole on their 13mm belt? Was it centralized?

What should I do now? Add more holes or leave it as it is?

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Agh, I feel your pain. Happened to me too, the hole added by H was not aligned, not the same size hole and looked obvious because it's a 42mm belt. :( Nothing I can do but did feel the pain and annoyed. I mean it's rather simple process, my Mom still have a punch holder and She always do it herself perfectly.
If I were you, if you don't put another hole in to wear on your waist, you will not wear the belt as much as you would've. Bring it to a shoe repairer place, get it done. Or, buy your own punch holder and do it yourself. This way, if it's aligned or not, you'll feel differently. :D
 
#3,456
Thank you, dearies! I feel much better now. :)

Txoceangirl said:
From your second photo, I don't think anyone would notice the alignment issue as they would be looking at you, in your entirety and not directly at the belt and certainly not as close up as the photo. What if a cobbler centralized the next hole? Would you feel better wearing it then?
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I would definitely feel better wearing it if a cobbler centralised the next hole. It is going to be covered anyways, but I would not be adding any extra holes to my other 13mm belts for sure. I am not sure if I should go to a cobbler. I called one today and he said to bring it down so he can see if he has the correct tool size to punch the hole. I will bring it down tomorrow. Otherwise, I might as cr1stalangel suggested do it myself.


cr1stalangel said:
Agh, I feel your pain. Happened to me too, the hole added by H was not aligned, not the same size hole and looked obvious because it's a 42mm belt. :( Nothing I can do but did feel the pain and annoyed. I mean it's rather simple process, my Mom still have a punch holder and She always do it herself perfectly.
If I were you, if you don't put another hole in to wear on your waist, you will not wear the belt as much as you would've. Bring it to a shoe repairer place, get it done. Or, buy your own punch holder and do it yourself. This way, if it's aligned or not, you'll feel differently. :D
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You are right, I wouldn't be wearing this as much if I do not punch an additional hole. I got this black/bleu sapphire one to wear on my waist and have another black/gold one for my jeans. I have a hole puncher but it is pretty old. I have just ordered a new one but will bring it down to the cobbler tomorrow to see if he can do it. I agree that if it is not aligned as a result of my own DIY, I would not feel as bad as I feel now.


chihuahua127 said:
Agree with txoceangirl. I always buy the 13mm for wearing at the waist, as you do, and I buy exact size so I never had holes punched. But I've requested H to punch holes in my 24mm belts and imprevisible bracelet (not their standard belt thickness) and it's always aligned well. There was a time I even requested for extra holes on hapi bracelet but that is smaller hole so they recommended me to go to a flagship store where the craftsman will have more appropriate tools. With what your SA said even before they punched the hole, maybe it's better for you go to a trusted cobbler to align the last hole? Unless you can go to a flagship store near you. You need the extra hole so you can maximize use of your belt. Feel bad for you, but as you already mentioned, the unaligned hole will be hidden when you wear it with one more additional hole, so don't worry.
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I wish they had my exact size. It took me a long time to hunt down a size 70 and it is still too big. I had to get it because I really love the look of the 13mm belt. I wish there was a flagship store with a craftsman in my country. I really do take comfort in that the misaligned hole will be covered if I get the next one right.
 
#3,457
For $50 you could have the belt cut down and you wouldn't have had to add a hole. THat's what they did with my belt. THey said too many holes is unattractive, let us just cut it down for you and it will look great. You cannot tell. This should not have been done, they could have taken an inch off the opposite end of the belt and not ruin it. You should complain to the manager. You should have been given the proper advice and guidance. They didnt' say the hole wouldn't be aligned but they said it would look unattractive, so they usually just take off some leather from the other end and stitch it. Y ou would never know. I would put in a complaint.
 
#3,458
Valentinegirl said:
For $50 you could have the belt cut down and you wouldn't have had to add a hole. THat's what they did with my belt. THey said too many holes is unattractive, let us just cut it down for you and it will look great. You cannot tell. This should not have been done, they could have taken an inch off the opposite end of the belt and not ruin it. You should complain to the manager. You should have been given the proper advice and guidance. They didnt' say the hole wouldn't be aligned but they said it would look unattractive, so they usually just take off some leather from the other end and stitch it. Y ou would never know. I would put in a complaint.
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Oh, that is good to know. I have 2 other belts and may consider the cutting option. Thanks!
 
#3,459
Honestly, I would speak to the manager and write a letter to Hermes USA president too. Why on earth would they be telling people to make holes in the belt when it comes out crooked? That's not good customer service. I wasn't told about anything being crooked. In fact they said that wasn't a problem because I asked if the holes would align and they said no problem. However, they told me when you have an extra hole put in the belt, it shows and is unsightly. Sothey recommended cutting the belt off from the other end and it came out perfect. Why would they have someone putting in holes who cannot do it properly? That person who they are using is obviously unqualified. That's their problem not yours and I would ask why you were directed to a proper option.
 
#3,461
Hi guys, I bought a brushed gold buckle last year and it got several scratches on my buckle through the year. And i heard some people saying that the brushed buckle could not be refurbish but for the polished, yes. And how much does refurbishing the belt cost actually? My SA told me she couldn't let me know until the belt was sent to Italy and the costs will depends on the belt's conditions. Well, I've go through many posts but still couldn't get my question answered yet. Hope somebody sees this and help me solve my problem! Thanks:smile1:
 

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Hi and thanks for answering my question! You may be right if it's still early to send for a refinish. So the Hermes store still did not provide a refinish service for a brushed/matte belt buckle yet?
 
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