I've used Schaller and Dunlop and prefer Dunlop. In fact, I'm currently outfitting most of my instruments with them after having found just the buttons available on ebay.
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Best strap lock on the market is!?????
- Thread starter Bornagnhooligan
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Isn't that kinda the point??
I started off using Schaller's, but one day the straplock failed on me. Although it was more strap failure, I still believe that it was caused by the straplock. It seemed that the straplock had stretched the hole on the strap, causing it to slide over the entire straplock fitting.
After that, I started to use dunlops. There is a much tighter 'sandwich' fit on the strap, so they seem more secure. I have also found that the screw used on the pin is usually a thicker screw in comparison to the Schaller's causing them to 'bite' into the wood of your guitar more, thus being more secure. The sight of the screws coming out on my basses with Schaller locks is quite sickening, I guess that's why my good one's have Dunlops!!
IMO, the extra money is worth spending.
Cheers,
Jord
myself, i just use these:
Best there is. I've used them for as long as I can remember.
I've also used black rubber washers from the hardware store plumbing dept. for more of a "formal look" for tuxedo gigs.
You have to check your straplocks and straps every 6 months or so for wear.
No mechanical part lasts forever.
No mechanical part lasts forever.
Many moons ago I started with dunlops but after one failed on me (basically the "button" just fell apart and was only a few months old) I 've used Schallers ever since.
I've seen on MF and GC people complain about Schallers only to find out that they had put the Schallers locks on upside down (the strap "cup" part goes up silly rabbit)
Not accusing anyone here of doing that, just sayin'...
hip63
I've seen on MF and GC people complain about Schallers only to find out that they had put the Schallers locks on upside down (the strap "cup" part goes up silly rabbit)
Not accusing anyone here of doing that, just sayin'...
hip63
used both Schaller and Dunlop and feel safer with Schaller - never had any issues with the hole wearing.
+1 for a metal washer and a good sized screw, provided you don't mind leaving your strap on forever (you don't want to be screwing and unscrewing too often). Lacks the versatility of the mechanical strap-locks, but that bad boy ain't gonna fail on you.
I use the GuitarTech or Marvel designed strap locks. I have a few sets now and the only problem I have noticed is that the screw on the strap occasionally works loose. Little bit of Loctite or just remembering to tighten them between sets sorts this out yet
They are very similiar in design to the Hennessey locks, but slightly more compact
They are very similiar in design to the Hennessey locks, but slightly more compact
Just found this DIY strap lock (using rubber bands) on YouTube: Better than Strap Locks? - YouTube
I've never tried this, but as with all things, periodic checking would probably be a good idea. Also, rubber bands tend to dry out, harden and crack/break after a while.
I've never tried this, but as with all things, periodic checking would probably be a good idea. Also, rubber bands tend to dry out, harden and crack/break after a while.
The rubber washers seem to me to really be the best idea. Works on ANY strap and ANY guitar. Just keep a few extra in your gig bag or case.
In addition, I found that some of the strap locks will not fit on a thick strap, like the Italias.
Guess it is time for another 6-pack of Grolsch!
In addition, I found that some of the strap locks will not fit on a thick strap, like the Italias.
Guess it is time for another 6-pack of Grolsch!
I've used the rubber washer from bottles before until one gave. I still have a few and use them on my cheap guitar but all expensive ones get the Hennessey.
- Dec 15, 2011
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Isn't that kinda the point??
I started off using Schaller's, but one day the straplock failed on me. Although it was more strap failure, I still believe that it was caused by the straplock. It seemed that the straplock had stretched the hole on the strap, causing it to slide over the entire straplock fitting.
After that, I started to use dunlops. There is a much tighter 'sandwich' fit on the strap, so they seem more secure. I have also found that the screw used on the pin is usually a thicker screw in comparison to the Schaller's causing them to 'bite' into the wood of your guitar more, thus being more secure. The sight of the screws coming out on my basses with Schaller locks is quite sickening, I guess that's why my good one's have Dunlops!!
IMO, the extra money is worth spending.
Cheers,
Jord
I think there's a difference between ease of taking a strap on and off and ease of accidentally releasing the mechanism. They aren't necessarily the same thing.
I use Dunlops on most instruments and Warwicks on my Warwick.
The ball and groove system seems to lock a lot tighter and more securely than Schaller's design and the Dunlops have one massive improvement in the design. A circlip!
They are a little harder to fit but the benefit is that you dont have to constantly check that a nut is tight enough to hold the strap.
The ball and groove system seems to lock a lot tighter and more securely than Schaller's design and the Dunlops have one massive improvement in the design. A circlip!
They are a little harder to fit but the benefit is that you dont have to constantly check that a nut is tight enough to hold the strap.
Oh no. Did not strip the threaded edges on the piece, I actually broke one side off the "horseshoe" piece that accepts the straplock button.
I was holding it with a pair of pliers...(with a piece of cloth so I would not scratch it)
I apparently put a bit too much torque on her..
Why?
Because Im a door knob
