a.miller Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 I searched, but couldn't find anything.... Anyone know where to get guitar straps like the Wilco boys have in the residency pics? I'm talking about the floral and patterned ones. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stickman Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 I've seen them just as recently as yesterday at my local shop. That doesn't really help you per se, but they are out there. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
FourStrongWinds Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Planet Waves make some kind of Hippy/60s throwback ones Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ginandcigarettes Posted March 16, 2008 Share Posted March 16, 2008 Levy's also makes some neat floral-y ones. Levy's Guitar Straps But if you're looking for the real deal, and you're willing to pay for it, go to ebay and search for an Ace guitar strap. You might be able to snag a cheap one. Ace Guitar Straps on eBay The prices for these are going up as people realize how cool they are. The good thing is that as prices go up, imitators will start to flourish; so if you're not into paying $70 for a strap, there'll be a cheap knock-off soon enough. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bigshoulders Posted March 18, 2008 Share Posted March 18, 2008 The Blue Owl straps that Tweedy had on his SG are available from this company: http://souldier.us/ (Thanks, Maggie!) They are sold out of the exact Owl Strap that Jeff uses. However, they've got some pretty sweet ones. Look under "Vintage Straps" to find the Owl Series. Kevin Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jff Posted March 18, 2008 Share Posted March 18, 2008 Here's a website with all sorts of amazing guitar straps. http://www.sparklecraft.com/gs_main.htm Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jimmyjimmy Posted March 18, 2008 Share Posted March 18, 2008 The Blue Owl straps that Tweedy had on his SG are available from this company: http://souldier.us/ (Thanks, Maggie!) They are sold out of the exact Owl Strap that Jeff uses. However, they've got some pretty sweet ones. Look under "Vintage Straps" to find the Owl Series. KevinDude, Tks.These are awesome. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bigshoulders Posted March 18, 2008 Share Posted March 18, 2008 Dude, Tks.These are awesome.No problem. I would have never found this website if it hadn't been for Maggie.Happy to help.kevin Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PigSooie Posted March 18, 2008 Share Posted March 18, 2008 No problem. I would have never found this website if it hadn't been for Maggie.Happy to help.kevin The belts are freaking awesome. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
dannygutters Posted March 18, 2008 Share Posted March 18, 2008 I guess this is strap related, does anyone know where to get (or what do you even call) the old style of thiner strap you see on blues players and newport folks? for example, like dylan: orhttp://www.bbc.co.uk/bbcfour/music/images/...dhouse2_gal.jpg Quote Link to post Share on other sites
I'm Incinerator Posted April 8, 2008 Share Posted April 8, 2008 I like Levy's a lot. I have one of the pattern ones which has been on my main guitar (LP or tele) until I got my gretsch (doesn't have strap locks on it yet). I also have a heavy duty leather one that is in a box somewhere. I'll have to check out some of the ones that are mentioned on this thread. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jff Posted April 8, 2008 Share Posted April 8, 2008 I like Levy's a lot. I have one of the pattern ones which has been on my main guitar (LP or tele) until I got my gretsch (doesn't have strap locks on it yet). I also have a heavy duty leather one that is in a box somewhere. Levy's are good straps. I have one, and it's quality. Mine's just a plain cloth strap in an army green-ish color. Do they make straps with vintage patterns? As for stap locks...check out this tip (I can vouch that this works like a dream...sorry, I know this is not really on topic): http://www.adamlevy.com/lessons/index.htm Lesson #5. Keep your guitar strap from falling off. Sure, you can buy hardware specifically designed to keep your strap locked on, but some such products can be a drag because you have to modify your guitar to install them. Thanks to guitar-tech extraordinaire Kelly Macaulay for suggesting a cheap, easy-to-use alternative that requires no alterations to your instrument: neoprene rubber faucet washers, available at any ol' hardware store for about 69 cents. The ones I use are made by the Danco Company of Concordville, Pennsylvania. The Danco stock number is 61805B - these are 1-1/4" in diameter, 1/6" thick, and have a 1/4" hole in the center. To get the washer over your strap button, use the first finger and thumb of each hand to grip it at the 9 o'clock position and 3 o'clock position, then pull in opposite directions. That'll open the hole just enough to get it onto your strap button. (Your strap should already be on the guitar first. The washers go over your strap ends.) Removal is even easier - grab the edge of the washer and pull it over the button and toward the opposite side, as if turning the page of a book. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lance Posted April 9, 2008 Share Posted April 9, 2008 I guess this is strap related, does anyone know where to get (or what do you even call) the old style of thiner strap you see on blues players and newport folks? for example, like dylan: orhttp://www.bbc.co.uk/bbcfour/music/images/...dhouse2_gal.jpg You can try Sully's for a custom strap. Not cheap. Sully's Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Paulisimo Posted June 7, 2008 Share Posted June 7, 2008 Hey guys,I just ran into Pat Sansone of Wilco at the Do-Division street festival. He had one of those souldier belts from Souldier . We got onto the topic of guitar straps...apparently Pat turned Jeff onto them. Although, Jeff is mainly shown in pics with the blue owl on his SG, I guess he has all of the owl color patterns. I have noticed some owl display stuff at past concerts, he must love owls. Pat also told me that Souldier straps are all custom handmade with vintage fabrics from the sixties on recycled seatbelt and nice thick ends. I jsut went and got a guitar strap from Avenue N Guitars and it is way better than any Levy or planet waves cheap mass produced thing. So if you read this Pat, nice to meet you and thanks for the recommendation The Blue Owl straps that Tweedy had on his SG are available from this company: http://souldier.us/ (Thanks, Maggie!) They are sold out of the exact Owl Strap that Jeff uses. However, they've got some pretty sweet ones. Look under "Vintage Straps" to find the Owl Series. Kevin Quote Link to post Share on other sites
I'm Incinerator Posted August 7, 2008 Share Posted August 7, 2008 those souldier straps and belts are sweet. I need to get a sweet strap for my gretsch...the red owl pattern looks awesome...and maybe a belt or 2. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jimmyjimmy Posted August 7, 2008 Share Posted August 7, 2008 Incidentally, I ordered two straps from Souldier recently and couldn't be happier with them. Their straps utilize recycled or NOS seat belt material; ( the light brown looks like it may have been used on an old Plymouth).I was a little wary initially since it's a tightly woven nylon material and I was concerned that it would allow the instrument to slide excessively across my shoulder. Know what: It does, and it's a great thing. I never noticed how my old leather straps were actually rather binding and I had to kinda adjust as I played. With these the guitar falls more or less perpendicularly to my body making for a more comfortable playing position. They are well stitched together and they look terrific. Should last forever. Save your pennies. It's worth the dough, seriously. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
I'm Incinerator Posted August 7, 2008 Share Posted August 7, 2008 I've never been a huge fan of leather straps...never long enough so my guitars generally hit at about my stomach area. I'm not even that big of a guy 6'-ish and about 220-230 lbs. I know what you mean about how nylon slides around. It definitely does...but not in a bad way. I think all of my guitars should have these straps...they aren't that bad of a price considering what vintage ace straps are going for these days! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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