Artist Pat Pruitt's latest buckle is a masterpiece in contemporary metalsmithing.

This truly one-of-a-kind belt buckle is a bold expression of elemental beauty and cutting-edge industrial innovation. Conceived by Pat and handcrafted in his New Mexico studio from a unique metal alloy fabricated in Ukraine, it features a custom laminate of Zirconium and Titanium – two of the rarest and most resilient metals known to man.

The metals are forge-welded under intense heat and pressure, then slowly cooled in a meticulously controlled environment. This gradual process allows the titanium's crystalline structure to expand from the microscopic, revealing intricate, iridescent patterns that shimmer and shift in the light. The vibrant hues emerge from the heat-induced oxidation of the titanium, while the back of the buckle displays the raw titanium crystal structure, stripped of its color – offering a striking contrast and glimpse into the material's natural state.

Each buckle is a unique and stunning work of art, its brilliance impossible to replicate. It's the perfect addition to the buckle collection of those who value the extraordinary.

Artist: Pat Pruitt is a famous jeweler and buckle artist who has distinguished himself among Southwestern artists by giving traditional native themes a contemporary cutting edge. He's combined his jewelry and silversmithing expertise with a degree in mechanical engineering to create innovative, award-winning work that is sought by collectors all over the world. 

Material: Forge-welded Zirconium and Titanium Laminate

Design: Natural crystal-structure patterning

Buckle size: 1 ½”

Fits belt width: 1 ½” straight

Shown with: The buckle is shown with our

SKU#: 32899

Belts and buckles are sold separately