Guitar straps
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Little Pigbacon
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Re: Guitar straps
I like just about any moderately priced leather strap, fairly wide, with a suede-like finish on the back. I don't like cloth or nylon. I've had Levy's, Franklin, Planet Waves, Fender, and others. I'd say my favorite right now is a wide Planet Waves with kind of a butterscotch antique finish.
I like just about any moderately priced leather strap, fairly wide, with a suede-like finish on the back. I don't like cloth or nylon. I've had Levy's, Franklin, Planet Waves, Fender, and others. I'd say my favorite right now is a wide Planet Waves with kind of a butterscotch antique finish.
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blueman335
Mojo's Minions
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Basic black nylon straps. I don't like cloth or leather.
Basic black nylon straps. I don't like cloth or leather.
some_dude
Raging BB Gunologist
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My favourite is the Levy's M7GG. In general, I think that if people notice my strap, then I'm wearing the wrong strap.
I like leather because it slides around on clothing yet isn't as slick as nylon. The drawback is that leather sticks to skin if you go shirtless, in which case I use Levy's cotton straps.
My favourite is the Levy's M7GG. In general, I think that if people notice my strap, then I'm wearing the wrong strap.
I like leather because it slides around on clothing yet isn't as slick as nylon. The drawback is that leather sticks to skin if you go shirtless, in which case I use Levy's cotton straps.
PFDarkside
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Re: Guitar straps
In addition to the above companies, some cool strap companies I have no experience with: Couch, Souldier, Original Fuzz.
In addition to the above companies, some cool strap companies I have no experience with: Couch, Souldier, Original Fuzz.
Phantasmagoria
watch where you point that sabre
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Nylon w with sick graphics...
..or faux leather with sick graphics...
...or leather with sick graphics...
Bottom line ..I don't care as long as it's cheap (or cheap-ish) & has sick graphics (skulls/dragons/demons etc...) :laugh2:
Nylon w with sick graphics...
..or faux leather with sick graphics...
...or leather with sick graphics...
Bottom line ..I don't care as long as it's cheap (or cheap-ish) & has sick graphics (skulls/dragons/demons etc...) :laugh2:
eclecticsynergy
Well-known member
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I like the Walker & Williams straps myself. Good quality, lots of colors, styles & designs and not outrageously expensive. Usually quite a few of 'em on eBay. They also make longtail strap extenders, which is helpful because I find nowadays most straps aren't quite long enough. I'm big and don't feel comfortable wearing my guitars too high.
As far as really fancy straps, here's a link to a place that makes them from alligator, crocodile, sharkskin, and python. Some of the hornback ones look awesome, if you're willing to spend that kind of money on a strap. http://alligatorjakes.mybigcommerce.com/guitar-straps/
I like the Walker & Williams straps myself. Good quality, lots of colors, styles & designs and not outrageously expensive. Usually quite a few of 'em on eBay. They also make longtail strap extenders, which is helpful because I find nowadays most straps aren't quite long enough. I'm big and don't feel comfortable wearing my guitars too high.
As far as really fancy straps, here's a link to a place that makes them from alligator, crocodile, sharkskin, and python. Some of the hornback ones look awesome, if you're willing to spend that kind of money on a strap. http://alligatorjakes.mybigcommerce.com/guitar-straps/
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https://www.couchguitarstraps.com/
Built in So Cal from repurposed auto upholstery. Lots of cool designs, and they are very well made.
https://www.couchguitarstraps.com/
Built in So Cal from repurposed auto upholstery. Lots of cool designs, and they are very well made.
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eclecticsynergy
Well-known member
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I like the look of some of those Couch straps.
I like the look of some of those Couch straps.
Boogie Bill
New member
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Sixty guitars, and a leather strap for each one. I've probably spent more on straps than a lot of guys spent on their guitars.
I don't like buckles or conches, or anything that can scratch the guitar. I don't do the plastic-backed woven straps as the plastic can destroy the finish. I never put the strap in the case touching the finish, even a leather strap. I like the two-piece "ladder back" design, and I need them to go 54" to 56" due to my portly physique. I like them 2.5" to 3.0" wide.
I mostly have Franklin and Levy's, but several others as well: Martin, Music Man, Moody's, Fort Bryan, Washburn, Double Treble, Italia, Eyeland, Dunlop (Harley Davidson) and a custom strap from a local leather worker.
The designer in me tries to pick the "right" strap for the guitar, one that compliments the look of the guitar. I do spend some time in the selection process, and then the strap I choose will stay with that guitar. I've noticed that guys will comment on my guitar but often women will comment about the strap.
I think the most I've spent on a strap was around $80...one of those was a used Moody's Custom Shop Strap, 4" wide, black leather with blue inlaid leather stars.
Best value has to be the Franklin Straps; I've bought most of mine from GC. Good length.
Levy's are beautiful, especially the carving leather straps. The garment leather is super soft. Lots of choices in colors, and available in extra-long lengths.
Moody's tend to run too short for me. Even if I order a long strap. Very expensive, but top quality.
Ditto for Italia. I think they sell on Ebay still. Had them make me a long strap with a longer body, not just a long tail. I have an old upper back injury from a car accident and if the body isn't long enough the loop where the tail fits in can irritate that spot. Four inches longer, and no problem. High quality and a good value.
Many of the straps have deep sentimental value. Still have the Martin strap I bought for my 1972 D-18. Some from trips, like one I bought from Gruhn's Guitars in Nashville. A couple were gifts from a former lover...she passed away a couple of years ago...bittersweet memories.
Eyeland makes some weird, wonderful straps. Mine is plain stitched black leather, and has a weird tail attachment. Perfect for the guitar it's on, though.
I've heard good things about Couch, Long Hollow, El Dorado, et.al. You may have a guy in town that does leatherwork that could make you a totally Custom strap, and probably for not much money.
For me, selecting a strap is part ritual, making the new guitar mine. Very personal, and I take great care in selecting the right strap. I have a few guitars that were close to $3000, so why would I hang them from a $10 nylon strap? It'd be like your beautiful trophy wife wearing a Dior gown on the Red Carpet...with Chuck Taylor sneaks.
A special guitar needs a special strap.
Bill
Sixty guitars, and a leather strap for each one. I've probably spent more on straps than a lot of guys spent on their guitars.
I don't like buckles or conches, or anything that can scratch the guitar. I don't do the plastic-backed woven straps as the plastic can destroy the finish. I never put the strap in the case touching the finish, even a leather strap. I like the two-piece "ladder back" design, and I need them to go 54" to 56" due to my portly physique. I like them 2.5" to 3.0" wide.
I mostly have Franklin and Levy's, but several others as well: Martin, Music Man, Moody's, Fort Bryan, Washburn, Double Treble, Italia, Eyeland, Dunlop (Harley Davidson) and a custom strap from a local leather worker.
The designer in me tries to pick the "right" strap for the guitar, one that compliments the look of the guitar. I do spend some time in the selection process, and then the strap I choose will stay with that guitar. I've noticed that guys will comment on my guitar but often women will comment about the strap.
I think the most I've spent on a strap was around $80...one of those was a used Moody's Custom Shop Strap, 4" wide, black leather with blue inlaid leather stars.
Best value has to be the Franklin Straps; I've bought most of mine from GC. Good length.
Levy's are beautiful, especially the carving leather straps. The garment leather is super soft. Lots of choices in colors, and available in extra-long lengths.
Moody's tend to run too short for me. Even if I order a long strap. Very expensive, but top quality.
Ditto for Italia. I think they sell on Ebay still. Had them make me a long strap with a longer body, not just a long tail. I have an old upper back injury from a car accident and if the body isn't long enough the loop where the tail fits in can irritate that spot. Four inches longer, and no problem. High quality and a good value.
Many of the straps have deep sentimental value. Still have the Martin strap I bought for my 1972 D-18. Some from trips, like one I bought from Gruhn's Guitars in Nashville. A couple were gifts from a former lover...she passed away a couple of years ago...bittersweet memories.
Eyeland makes some weird, wonderful straps. Mine is plain stitched black leather, and has a weird tail attachment. Perfect for the guitar it's on, though.
I've heard good things about Couch, Long Hollow, El Dorado, et.al. You may have a guy in town that does leatherwork that could make you a totally Custom strap, and probably for not much money.
For me, selecting a strap is part ritual, making the new guitar mine. Very personal, and I take great care in selecting the right strap. I have a few guitars that were close to $3000, so why would I hang them from a $10 nylon strap? It'd be like your beautiful trophy wife wearing a Dior gown on the Red Carpet...with Chuck Taylor sneaks.
A special guitar needs a special strap.
Bill
muttznmongrelz
New member
Re: Guitar straps
DiMarzio Cip-Lock far and away my favorite - the most secure and comfortable.
DiMarzio Cip-Lock far and away my favorite - the most secure and comfortable.
some_dude
Raging BB Gunologist
Re: Guitar straps
For me, this means deciding between black, or some variation on brown that I think will compliment the guitar.
I like the Levy's carving leather straps because of the way they age.
For me, this means deciding between black, or some variation on brown that I think will compliment the guitar.
I like the Levy's carving leather straps because of the way they age.
muttznmongrelz
New member
Re: Guitar straps
Just sold one of those Levy's Tooled Leather ones because it was thick and stiff as a board and never broke in. Looked cool but not at all comfortable or practical IMHO.
Just sold one of those Levy's Tooled Leather ones because it was thick and stiff as a board and never broke in. Looked cool but not at all comfortable or practical IMHO.
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I have a real nice strap for one of my guitars... don't know who made it... that is black leather and suede. It is so comfortable and is a pleasure to play with. However, I bought it 20 years ago and there is no branding on it, so no idea where I'd get one now.
I hate hate hate cheap nylon straps. They move around too much. I am also pretty short (5'6'') so I need a shorter strap. I also dislike buckles and the bit at the end where there are two holes when I only need one.
So... putting some money into the problem is the way to go I think. Get something real nice to the exact spec I want.
Thanks for the suggestions.
I have a real nice strap for one of my guitars... don't know who made it... that is black leather and suede. It is so comfortable and is a pleasure to play with. However, I bought it 20 years ago and there is no branding on it, so no idea where I'd get one now.
I hate hate hate cheap nylon straps. They move around too much. I am also pretty short (5'6'') so I need a shorter strap. I also dislike buckles and the bit at the end where there are two holes when I only need one.
So... putting some money into the problem is the way to go I think. Get something real nice to the exact spec I want.
Thanks for the suggestions.
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