Listen To Our Customers Feedback About Copper Tubular Rivets

In my workshop, I’ve used all sorts of fasteners over the years. But for certain jobs, nothing beats the simple copper tubular rivet. There’s a reason they’ve been around for so long. They’re tough, they look good, and they hold things together for good.

So, what’s the deal with them? A copper tubular rivet is basically a small copper pin with a head on one end and a hollow tube at the other. You push it through holes in the materials you’re joining—like leather, sheet metal, or even thick canvas. Then, with a rivet setter or a hammer, you squash that hollow end. It flares out, forms a second head, and locks everything in place. It’s a permanent bond, strong and rattle-free.

The choice of copper is what makes them special. First off, they’re incredibly strong. That soft copper is deceptive; once it’s riveted, it creates a joint that can take a lot of shear force and vibration. That’s why you see them in heavy-duty leather goods like belts and horse saddles, or in older metalwork.

Then there’s the corrosion resistance. Copper doesn’t rust. It develops a beautiful patina over time, which for many projects—from decorative boxes to marine fittings—adds character rather than causing failure.

And we can’t ignore the look. That warm, reddish-brown color is pure class. It’s both a functional piece and a finishing touch. You’re not just fastening something; you’re making it look better.

Why I Stick with Nuote Metals ?

Finding a supplier for something as basic as a rivet shouldn’t be hard, but finding a good one is. I’ve been buying my copper rivets from Nuote Metals for about six years now, and I don’t see any reason to look elsewhere.

It started when I was working on a custom leather bag order. The rivets I had from my previous supplier were inconsistent—some were too soft, others had burrs that scratched the leather. A fellow craftsman recommended Nuote, and the difference was clear from the first box.

The quality of their copper is just better. It’s consistent. Every rivet has a clean finish, the dimensions are spot-on, and they deform perfectly when I set them. I don’t get splits or cracks. This reliability means I don’t waste materials or time on faulty rivets. When I’m working on a one-of-a-kind piece, that consistency is everything.

But what really sealed the deal for me was their service. I’m not a big corporation; I’m a guy in a workshop. They treat me like my business matters. I remember once I needed a small batch of a non-standard size for a restoration project. I called them, and they didn’t just say "no." They asked for the specs and managed to run a small, custom order for me without a huge minimum quantity or a ridiculous price. That kind of flexibility is rare.

They’re also just easy to deal with. Their website is straightforward, their shipping is reliable, and if I have a question, I get a clear answer quickly. No nonsense.

So, for my money, copper tubular rivets are the go-to for durable and beautiful work. And for a supplier that makes getting them simple, Nuote Metals is the only name on my purchase orders. They help me do my job well, and that’s all I can ask for.