Framer-R
A rear-worn, stitched-in-place rig built for streamlined framing, renovations, and any job where mobility matters. Light and balanced while offering solid storage capacity and works seamlessly with suspenders. It sits back, stays balanced, and offers solid storage capacity.
It has dedicated spots for your tape measure, hammer, 7” rafter square, nail puller, and stick nails, plus room to expand. Standard features include an interior stick nail sheath (fits up to 3 1/4” nails at 28–34°), hideaway hook, suspender mounts, rafter square slot, and two diagonal bar sleeves.
Designed to work seamlessly with suspenders with the mounts sewn in place. Customize it with your choice of left-side outer bags, metal hammer loop, and optional add-ons like a micro square slot.
Sizing: We make 2 sizes of Framer-R:
- Standard: All pant sizes up to 39.
- XL: For pant sizes 40 and larger. The only difference is a longer belt, the bags remain the same and in the same position.
If you wear a size 36+ pant, the bags will sit further behind you instead of at your sides. The Framer-R measures 31” from the buckle to the first belt hole. If you need a smaller or larger Framer-R you'll need to add the Custom Order option to your cart and request the size you need.
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Made to order. Typically ships within 2-3 weeks.
100% Guaranteed. Easy Returns.
We stand behind our craftsmanship. If stitching or rivets fail under normal use within the first year, we’ll repair it for free (you just cover shipping).
If you’re not happy with your bags, we want to make it right. You can return it within 3 months in new, unused condition for a full refund.
Check out our full Guarantee & Returns Policy for all the details.
Shipping
Built to order, shipped with care. Most orders ship within a week, but if your order includes a made-to-order bag, we’ll ship everything together once it’s complete—typically within 2–3 weeks. Custom orders may take up to a month.
Once your order ships, you’ll receive a tracking number (please allow up to 4 days for tracking updates). We ship worldwide, though international customers may be responsible for customs fees or import taxes.
For more details, see our Shipping Policy.
Akribis Package Protection (Optional)
Add extra peace of mind at checkout. Akribis Package Protection covers your order if it’s lost, stolen, or damaged in transit. If something goes sideways, we’ll get it sorted—fast.
If you opt out, we can’t cover shipping issues once your package leaves our shop.
Complete your setup:
Should I choose Right-Handed or Left-Handed?
What’s the difference between left-handed and right-handed setups?
A right-handed setup places your most-used tools (hammer, knife, square, etc.) on your right side, while fasteners and secondary tools are on the left. A left-handed setup is a mirror image—your main tools are on the left, and fasteners shift to the right.
Every Akribis belt is available in both right-handed and left-handed versions, ensuring an ergonomic, efficient workflow no matter your preference. For modular setups, simply choose left-handed bags to configure your rig. For Stitched-In-Place belts, we offer fully left-handed versions where every pocket and tool slot is positioned for natural use.
What materials go into the Stitched-In-Place bags?
Premium Leather
We use 7.5–8 oz chrome-tanned U.S. hides—twice as thick as work boot leather—treated for water resistance and durability. High-wear areas get reinforced with 10–12 oz retan latigo leather for extra toughness.
Metal
Our hammer loops, tool hooks, and drill clips are built in-house from stainless steel—strong enough for years of abuse. Long D-rings stay upright under load, preventing unwanted movement.
Rivets
Placed for strength, longevity, and aesthetics, using solid copper and brass where needed. Chicago screws reinforce high-stress areas like the rafter square slot, adding durability, easy replacement, and a clean, polished look.
Stitching
We use heavy-duty size 277 bonded nylon thread, triple-stitching stress points and reinforcing with rivets to eliminate failure. Thoughtfully placed seams reduce wear, ensuring durability and a perfect break-in over time.
How do I attach auxiliary bags and accessories?
Our modular system is designed with flexibility in mind. Auxiliary bags, tool clips, and add-ons can be attached using leather loops, Chicago screws, or metal clips, depending on the accessory.
How long to break in my new leather bags?
Your bags may feel stiff at first—that’s on purpose. Leather stretches over time, and we build our bags snug so they don’t end up loose and sloppy after a few months. Give it 2–3 weeks of daily use, and it’ll mold to your tools and the way you work.
The best way to break it in? Load it up and get to work. The leather will soften, the pockets will form, and before long, it’ll feel like it was made just for you—because, in a way, it was.
SUSPENDERS
Take the Weight Off Your Hips
Long days on the job add up. Suspenders help distribute the load, taking pressure off your lower back and hips while keeping your rig balanced and secure.
More comfort, less strain, and no more hitching up your belt every five minutes.
Handcrafted in Canada
100% Guaranteed
Small Production
Premium Leather
I love the pouch only change i would make would be to make the left pouches a bit more forward.
Loving the new tool belt, being pedantic here but all I’d add would be some sort of rubber coating over the hammer loop just to nullify the sound. Picky I know. Love everything else though cheers.
Wanted to wait a good month or two before I left a review.
They look amazing, have crazy quality, are breaking in very nicely, and holding up even better. Was kind of hesitant on having my tape on my back end of my belt but it’s super useful and surprisingly comfortable for me. Every tool I have has a spot specifically built in, so along with my outer fastener bags, I now have two interior bags that I can always utilize, paired with the stick nail holder, hands down the most efficient use of space I’ve ever had in a belt.
As far as comfortability, the bags are heavy when you first pick them up. But they should be, all the material is insane quality. When you put them on, the weight is distributed great and they feel lighter when on your hips.
Overall, I was nervous about spending good money on some bags, but after getting these in the mail, and using them for a bit now, I wish I’d done it sooner. They will last a lifetime, and make your job a hell of a lot more convenient. 10/10.
Great quality but I'm a 40 waist and I order the pouches for a 40 waist but when I received them and put it on the the right pouch was on right hip and the left pouch was literally on my but crack it was so bad but I didn't want to send back and deal with the inconvenience I disassemble the left pouch and harness loops replaced it in the the proper position but beautiful set of pouches and they work great now.
Great pouch and really well built. Look forward to a good few years out of it.