250 YEARS OF BUILDING AMERICA

FORGE THE FOURTH

A tribute to 250 years of building America. Four numbered rigs. Four chances to own one.

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Week 1
July 1-7
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Week 2
July 8-14
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Week 3
July 15-21
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Week 4
July 22-29
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250 Years of Building America - Limited Edition Pro Framer™ Tool Belt Setup - Week 3

• WINNER WILL BE CONTACTED FOR SIZING


* BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR JUNK/SPAM FOLDER FOR AUCTION EMAIL NOTIFICATIONS*

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Where the money goes

100% to Helmets to Hardhats

Every dollar of every winning bid goes directly to supporting Helmets to Hardhats and their mission to help transition our military heroes into successful civilian careers in the building trades. No fees. No middlemen. No exceptions.

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The Details
The USA 250th Anniversary set is limited to only 4 pieces presented at auction.

We will release one set each week for the month of July to commemorate the 250th Anniversary of the United States of America. All proceeds from these auctions will benefit Helmets to Hardhats, helping transition our military heroes into successful civilian careers in the building trades.

Made to honor 250 years of building America and American craftsmanship. Built for serious trade work, or a beautiful display piece honoring the tradespeople who built this country, the Limited Edition USA 250th Anniversary Pro Framer™ Set pairs Occidental’s legendary tool organization with a bold design.

This special edition configuration features Navy Blue and OxyRed leather with white heavy-duty nylon stitching, creating a striking red, white, and blue combination. Special edition laser engravings of iconic buildings and landmarks around the United States and an exclusive 250 Years of Building America graphic.

This limited-edition tool belt set includes an exclusive set of matching 5009 Leather Work Suspenders featuring laser-engraved stars and stripes, matching Occidental Leather Hammer Sleeve, and Occidental Leather Cat's Paw Sleeve.

This limited-time release commemorates the 250th anniversary of the United States while staying true to the professional-grade performance Occidental Leather is known for.

Like every Pro Framer setup, it’s purpose-built for demanding framing work—offering balanced load distribution, intuitive tool organization, and the durability tradespeople rely on every day.

Proudly Made in the USA.
FROM SEA TO SHINING SEA

The Engravings

250 Years
250 Years
Eastern USA
Eastern USA
Central USA
Central USA
Western USA
Western USA

AUCTION FAQS

How does the four-week auction work?
One belt drops each week of July. Auctions open each start day at 12pm ET and close the last day at 11:59pm ET. Four total auctions, one winner per week.
How and when do I pay?
If you are the winning bidder, you will receive an email with a link for checkout. Occidental Leather will also reach out directly regarding your sizing. BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR JUNK/SPAM FOLDER. Winners will have 48 hours from the auction close to submit their payment. If payment is not submitted in that time, Occidental Leather reserves the right to declare the next highest bidder the winner.
How much can I bid?
Bidding for each auction starts at $400 and you can bid as high and as often as you'd like. Bids are made in a minimum of $5 increments to help deter fake bidders. You will not be charged for your bid, but we kindly request you do not place a bid you are not prepared to win the auction with.
What if I'm outbid?
We'll have an email system set up to inform you instantly. BE SURE TO CHECK YOUR JUNK/SPAM FOLDER. If this system fails, you are responsiple for tracking the current bids manually. You have until the timer hits zero to place a higher bid.
How is sizing handled?
The winner is contacted within 24 hours of close where they will be able to select their tool belt size. Please reference our SIZE GUIDE for sizing info.
Can I bid on multiple weeks?
Yes. Each auction is independent. Try to win one or win them all.
Is shipping included?
Like all regular Occidental Leather orders, shipping on orders over $199 is free within the Continental United States. You can read more about shipping and delivery HERE.

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