dorsetbod Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 Many years ago I bought a 3inch wide plaited leather strap, which adjusted by means of a large buckle. Basically, it's a very wide belt. I'm looking for a replacement, but can't find one anywhere. Pretty much all the leather straps I see are adjusted by having a skinny thin strap loop through a series of cutouts in the thicker main strap. I really don't like this method of adjustment, purely from an aesthetic viewpoint. Anyone able to point me at someone who makes leather straps which use a buckle to adjust? Or any other method that doesn't involve a thin strap looping through a ladder of cutouts. I know I could go fabric or neoprene etc, but I prefer leather. Thanks, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ped Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 Someone on Etsy will make you one. Search for ‘leather guitar strap’ and nearly all the handmade items can be customised or specced from scratch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul S Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 I just Googled 'leather guitar strap buckle adjustment' and got this: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Vintage-Leather-Guitar-Buckle-Adjustable/dp/B01272O6VW/ref=asc_df_B01272O6VW/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=231910173300&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=11829804436170339693&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9045016&hvtargid=pla-568360364862&psc=1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
franzbassist Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 Heistercamp and Pinegrove are two excellent British strap makes that can sort you out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KK Jale Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 (edited) Bearstraps is another really good buckled strap maker. Edited December 22, 2019 by KK Jale Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dorsetbod Posted December 22, 2019 Author Share Posted December 22, 2019 Thanks all - @Paul S, I've seen that style, thought "Yay, that's what I want" , then saw that the other pictures show that it's still using the skinny loop style at the other end. Looks like I'll have to go custom - will check out the suggestions. Cheers, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted December 27, 2019 Share Posted December 27, 2019 As you'll consider other methods, then RightOn straps are what you want. I have 3 and wholly recommend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashweb Posted December 27, 2019 Share Posted December 27, 2019 I've also just been looking for a strap and came across this one: https://www.pmtonline.co.uk/gibson-edge-comfort-guitar-strap Does have a buckle adjust as per your OP, and is designed for heavier instruments such as a bass. I did like this one but didn't go for it precisely because of the buckle - I normally transport my bass in a soft case with strap attached at one end only and thought the buckle might dig in to the body a bit. Might be worth a look. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casapete Posted January 1, 2020 Share Posted January 1, 2020 On 27/12/2019 at 21:57, Ashweb said: I've also just been looking for a strap and came across this one: https://www.pmtonline.co.uk/gibson-edge-comfort-guitar-strap Does have a buckle adjust as per your OP, and is designed for heavier instruments such as a bass. I did like this one but didn't go for it precisely because of the buckle - I normally transport my bass in a soft case with strap attached at one end only and thought the buckle might dig in to the body a bit. Might be worth a look. Was going to mention this too. Metal parts on straps will nearly always at some point do some damage to the instrument. ( I know this from bitter experience many years ago.) Also I’ve seen many straps where the damned buckle seems to be on the player’s shoulder area too, not great. I now avoid these and go for the type not liked by the OP. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acidbass Posted January 6, 2020 Share Posted January 6, 2020 On 22/12/2019 at 18:33, KK Jale said: Bearstraps is another really good buckled strap maker. Nice looking straps but the one I bought must not have been finished correctly, as it left dark stains on light clothing after playing a sweaty gig. It has since stopped however I'd imagine there are better options out there at the same price point. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naxos10 Posted January 7, 2020 Share Posted January 7, 2020 Pretty sure the Amazon one is made by Leathergraft. I use one on my Hofner Club. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KiOgon Posted January 7, 2020 Share Posted January 7, 2020 (edited) On 22/12/2019 at 18:04, dorsetbod said: Many years ago I bought a 3inch wide plaited leather strap, which adjusted by means of a large buckle. Basically, it's a very wide belt. I'm looking for a replacement, but can't find one anywhere. Pretty much all the leather straps I see are adjusted by having a skinny thin strap loop through a series of cutouts in the thicker main strap. I really don't like this method of adjustment, purely from an aesthetic viewpoint. Anyone able to point me at someone who makes leather straps which use a buckle to adjust? Or any other method that doesn't involve a thin strap looping through a ladder of cutouts. I know I could go fabric or neoprene etc, but I prefer leather. Thanks, @dorsetbod My son's g/f's dad has started making leather goods, custom made by hand and doing guitar straps. If you would like to contact him, here's his facebook link; https://www.facebook.com/sussexhandcraftedleather/ It's a very small - one man and his dog - operation and he's keen to get started, at very competitive prices! Edited January 7, 2020 by KiOgon link edited Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigguy2017 Posted January 7, 2020 Share Posted January 7, 2020 Pinegrove Leather in Hebden Bridge are excellent. I have several of their straps and the quality is superb https://www.pinegroveleather.com/ https://www.pinegroveleather.com/big-buckle-straps/gs78-leather-guitar-strap-with-buckle-brown Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris7273 Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 On 27/12/2019 at 22:38, Jack said: As you'll consider other methods, then RightOn straps are what you want. I have 3 and wholly recommend. +1. I have bought the wide strap specially designed for bass guitars, the one with a F clef logo. It’s really nice and comfortable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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