Reviews

Read what others are saying about Lock-It straps!

This is a great invention and it works.

Paul Reed Smith

"It's finally been invented! - a sleek, stealthy strap-locking system that's built into the strap itself. Brilliant!"

Jennifer Batten

Second vote for the Lock-it straps. I use one specifically for my Les Paul, no need to change hardware, with a simple and innovative way to secure your guitar. Happy to use El Dorado and Moody straps for my Strats, both beautifully made, but for reasons of design (and no desire to add strap locks), feel more secure with a Lock-it on my Lester.

DDPHOTO

Thanks for all the votes for Schaller's...but let's say, oh, just for argument's sake, that I don't want strap locks, then what would you recommend?

For the 2nd and final time, boxer

http://www.lockitstraps.com/

Eddie101 - The Gear Page

Hi! I just received my "Lock-It" leather guitar strap. I am very impressed with solid packaging ... arrived in mint condition, professionally wrapped and presented. Great quality leather guitar strap and your "lock-it" technology makes your product unique and an alternative to other products.

Thanks from Canada - Pete. 2/11/2012

Hi!

I got my lock-it strap yesterday, they survived the trip... and I am truly amazed how great they are!

They are so easy to put on and off on my guitar, and the best thing is that you don't have to change the original strap pins on the guitar to use it.

I used to have Schaller's strap locks before, but the Lock-It strap is way better, I must say!

Looking forward to ordering more straps from you in the future.

Best regards

Peter Druck - 2/07/12

Alternate approach before you change out hardware - try a Lock-It strap.
Welcome to Lock-It Straps

Best strap and locking mechanism I've encountered in more than 40+ years playing guitar.

He also makes straps with a 'reverse' end that is perfect for guitars with rear-mounted strap buttons (ES series, SGs,...)

I've used all kinds of strap locking devices over the years. I personally find the hardware versions of Dunlop/Schaller strap-locks a bit noisy (during quiet passages, rattles transmit through the guitar into the amplified sound)... and you have to really tighten the strap portion on... or it comes off easily. For rear-mounted strap buttons, these strap lock assemblies (with strap attached) jut out quite a bit from the guitar and are uncomfortable when guitar lays against you.

The Lock-It strap fits the existing Fender and Gibson style strap buttons and is very, very secure...as well as comfortable.

Once you try this strap, you won't go back.
 
TOXPERT - Les Paul Forum 1/22/12

I cannot recommend these enough:

http://lockitstraps.com/

It's a flexible locking strap. I have been using them on all my guitars and I absolutely love them. They're especially great if you have an acoustic that you want to put a straplock on but can't due to the endpin being the jack for the pickup.

SAGE 1/10/12  Birds and Moons Forum

BIG thumbs up for the Lockit straps! No mods necessary and you can use them on all of your guitars.

55Special - Les Paul Forum

I have one of these straps. I always remove it from the guitar before the guitar goes in the case. I'm not sure you would be able to get the strap in the case because of the way the locking mechanism works. I'll try to remember to check tonight.

However, if you are wanting to keep the stock strap buttons on your R9, I like this strap better than Schallers, Dunlop, or Grolsch.
__________________
Desire - Dedication - Determination

Jarius - Les Paul Forum

I own four of them. I love them, and highly recommend them. Gave them a positive review on an old now-defunct version of my website, so it's not available to read any more, but the gist of it is:

1. It's a great locking strap with a flexible mechanism that looks almost exactly like a regular strap, so it's both cosmetically and ergonomically identical to a normal strap.
2. Requires no modification to your guitars, which is ideal for expensive or vintage instruments and a necessity for electric-acoustics with the jack built into the strap button.

Long story short: I'd trust the lock-it straps as much as I would any other traditional straplock I've tried (Dunlop, Schaller). I wouldn't sling my PRSi around by the strap, but I wouldn't do that even with a metal straplock, either. A metal straplock is probably a little more secure, but not by enough that I think it's a better solution. Your mileage may vary, but if you want a strap that provides some extra security and peace of mind while maintaining the ergonomics of a regular strap and/or leaving the instrument's original hardware intact, I have yet to find a better product.


SAGE 7-31-11 Birds and Moons Forum

Premier Guitar  August 2009
 
Lock-It Guitar Strap
We have to admit that some things are not what they at first appear to be. This time, it’s a good thing. We were initially hesitant about the Lock- It Guitar Straps. To be honest, they don’t look like they’ll do the trick: the locking mechanism is thin and flexible, not at all like the bulky, solid components we were getting used to. But after looking into the science of their construction and effective but simple design—and testing them out—we did an about face.

The all-in-one package requires no modifications to a guitar and features spring-loaded locks using Slide-Lock Technology. The sliding locks residing within the leather strap ends are slim and highly flexible, but they won’t let go. They may look like they will, but they won’t (we tried). They also come with reversed front ends for guitars with pins at the neck/heel joint. They were a snap to put on and remove from all the guitars we tried them on, and they had no problems adjusting to the varying pin sizes. These come in a wide variety of patterns and materials, including polypropylene, leather and hemp. After nearly turning our noses up at these straps, we find ourselves singing a different tune about the easy locking solution they offer.

I received the Lock-It strap on Tuesday. Just wanted to let you know it is a fantastic piece of work. So much better than any other strap lock system I've ever used in my 35 years of guitar playing. So simple, yet so effective. No more metal strap locks for me. Thanks again for the great product.

Allen Roller - Macon, GA

This is by far the best locking strap design I’ve ever seen. It’s sturdy, effective, and attractive. I will be buying several more of these straps and replacing all my current strap locks with them. I highly recommend them to anyone who is looking for an alternative to metal strap locks.

Honestly, I have a nice collection of straps, but the strap-lock is the only strap I would trust on my Les Paul. Doesn't hurt that it looks cool as well.
Thanks heaps, Chris.

David Dare Parker Photographer - Australia

Hi,
I just got the hemp strap I ordered for my Rickenbacker 360, and I love it. I've been looking for something like this for a long time; thank you. Any plans of making thinner vintage style straps with the same locking mechanism?
Thanks,
Mike Bargav

Chris, got the strap today and it's perfect! I'll hopefully order the reverse hemp strap for my acoustic soon.
Thanks!
Eric Marks

My strap arrived this afternoon in perfect time for our bands first gig. Just wanted to let you guys know that I received it and that I absolutely love it!!! I will come back for more and send my band as well. Fingers crossed on you guys getting some gear in stores in Huntsville AL.
Thanks again for your help.
Brian Martin
Huntsville, AL

Hi Chris,
I just got it, put it on the Martin and it's great. I love it.
Thank you for all of your help. You're been great and your customer service is excellent.
I'll tell all my friends about your straps.
The strap I sent you will arrive soon.
Thanks,
Pete

Hello,
I own a lock it strap and I love it. I was wondering if you guys made a strap that had the front/top portion of the strap placed in reverse, or backwards, to accommodate guitars that have the strap pin on the back of the guitar, ie a Gibson SG or ES-335. I can use the lock it that I have now on my SG, except that the screw that holds the lock in place comes in contact with the guitar. The only way to remedy this is to turn the front part of the strap around, so that the back part of the strap comes in contact with the guitar (does that make any sense?), but for me that is uncomfortable.
I'd love to be able to order one that way if it was possible. I'd much rather use your straps and keep the guitar original than to put in strap locks.
Thanks!
Eric Velasco

I just received the strap I ordered from you and love it! It works like a charm! I am so glad you are having success. I love the strap and feel it is a great addition to the guitar accessory field Thanks for the great strap. No more strap locks!
 
Brian Diller/ Nashville

"As soon as i saw it, i was struck by the ingenious idea.  When i tried it, it felt as good as any strap out there, but with the added plus of a great innovation - no more clanging metal or mods, just great functionality and looks".
 
Joseph Sapiano
http://www.tribalimusic.com/

"The Lockit™ strap is truly ingenious.  I play mainly guitar, but occasionally toss in a lick on steel.  The Lockit strap allows me to toss the guitar behind me, play the steel lick, and be back on guitar without missing more than a measure.  Not to mention the security knowing the guitar will never slip off the strap.  The Lockit™ rocks."

Steve Weisberg - lead guitar, dobro, pedal steel, and
contributing songwriter for John Denver from 1973-77. Other collaborations include Michael Martin Murphey, Willis Alan Ramsey, Gary Morris, Billie Joe Shaver, Ray Wiley Hubbard, Delbert McClinton, Willie Nelson

It is the greatest thing since sliced bread as I have never seen anything like it.  Now, I can just concentrate on PLAYING and nothing else
 
Ed Hahm - Les Paul Forum

I think the straps are an ingenious alternative to other strap locking systems, especially since you don't have to modify the guitar to use them.  I plan to use the straps with many of my vintage instruments, and will finally have peace of mind when playing them.  I will definitely recommend Lock-It™ Straps to others

I bought one of these Lock-It™
Straps based on reading the Rev's thread, and concur that they are very cool! They provide peace of mind when playing my vintage Les Pauls, without any modification to the guitar. And Doug called me to thank me for the order and to find out how I like the strap, etc.! Highly recommended!

Mike Slubowski

I can finally take my vintage guitars out to gigs and feel safe.

Perry Jones

This strap allows me to use my vintage stuff at my jams and I know they are protected

Hash Brown

I was so impressed I bought some for my friends...
Before I bought one, I put it to my own test. They had a display board set up with a bunch of different sized strap buttons and a couple of straps. I put a strap on a small button, put my hand against the board, and pulled the strap at a 90 degree angle from the button. I had a good 30lbs of pull going before they stopped me, afraid that I would break their display board. The inventor explained to me that it was kind of like the old 'Chinese finger trap' - the harder you pull, the harder it holds.

The Rev. Willie VK - Les Paul Forum

Even though I've been using the Dunlop strap locks since their introduction, my vintage guitars don't have them, and neither do the guitars of most of my customers. That strap is now the only one that hangs over my amp pile in the front room. It's very handy for any guitar I choose to strap on. Great stuff and a good idea.

Dr Vintage - Les Paul Forum

The strap arrived Friday and I love it!  I put my old leather strap away, removed my Dunlop strap lock buttons and put them away, too.  I thought the 2” strap might be a problem for my shoulder but it is very comfortable (the conversion weighs 7 ½ pounds anyway).  The length is perfect and I have plenty of strap to spare.  I may be a head case but the guitar feels much better, more organic to me, with the original strap buttons back where they belong.  Great strap…great product.

John Heuring
"The Barry Hasson Band"