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Scottish heritage with a bit of attitude is the mainstay of this sparkling Royal Stewart plaid custom handmade guitar strap. The plaid pattern in this guitar strap is Stewart Clan Dress Plaid comprised of a sparkling metallic weave of dominating red highlighted by gold, yellow, white, green and blue threads woven into a translucent organza mesh. Beneath the mesh is a layer of bright red Duchess satin to emphasize contrast and add increased sparkle to the different color threads present in the weave. The back lining of the guitar strap is thick Hunter green Duchess satin and the leather tabs are premium quality black suede leather. This guitar strap is perfect for Christmas, to show off your proud Scottish heritage, or to cop a little attitude.

While there is a regal and noble history to clan plaids, that staid tradition was usurped and mocked by the vanguard of punk rockers of the 1970s, especially those originating in the UK, a refutation of the class status and identification inherent in the clan system. Stewart plaid was especially targeted because it is the clan of the Queen of England. I hope what I have achieved with this guitar strap is a tip of the hat to the legacy of the clan structure while allowing for a bit of good natured ribbing.

My guitar straps are amazingly comfortable. The 3 inch width allows for weight distribution over 50% more area than conventional guitar straps and even solid body bass players have commented on how comfortable my guitar straps are. Further, because there are 3 bottom layers of fabric between your shoulder and the polypropylene foundation, there is a soft cushion to help further distribute the weight of your guitar without holding the body heat that standard lambs wool shoulder pads retain, so your strap is soft, cool, and comfortable. No more aching neck or shoulder and no more pressure points.

I have always liked the irreverence of punk music, the intentional contrariness of its style and symbols. Some of the message seems to be that false distinctions of status damage society and need taming. I can live with that. Hope you like this guitar strap!

polypropylene strap material, sparkling Tartan plaid fabric, Hunter green Duchess satin, black suede leather, heavy waxed leather sewing thread, commercial strength tanners glue

SHIPPING TIME - All my US shipments are USPS Priority Mail and have a 2-3 day delivery window from the date of shipment.

SPECIAL DISCOUNTS - If you create an Artfire Patron account, you will see my special discounted prices for Artfire patrons. If you leave a comment and share one of my guitar straps on Facebook using the Comment and Share button, you will also unlock an additional discount.

CONSTRUCTION - The guitar strap foundation is 3 inch wide (7.62 centimeters) and 6 foot long (1.83 meters) 2000-pound test commercial grade polypropylene strap material. The strap adjusts from a maximum length of 6 feet (1.83 meters) to a minimum length of 39 inches (.99 meters) using commercial grade black plastic adjustment bars.

LEATHER TABS - The leather tabs are comprised of a 3 inch by 8 inch section of top quality leather, folded over a commercial grade plastic anchor bar and trimmed to shape. The two sides of the leather are then glued with commercial strength tanner glue and double whip stitched with heavy waxed leather sewing thread designed specifically for stitching leather. The button hole is hand punched and cut to precisely fit a standard 12mm guitar pin.

ALWAYS USE STRAP LOCKS - Even the best leather tabs can slip off the strap pin if put under enough stress so always use strap locks. You can find them at any music store for anywhere from a few dollars up to $30.00 depending on the design.

VEGAN OPTION - You may purchase this guitar strap as a vegan guitar strap for an additional $10.00. If you would like to buy this strap with vegan tabs, please let me know. I will invoice you separately for this. Also, please allow an additional one-day delivery delay for this modification.

CARE AND CLEANING - Should your guitar strap become stained or grimy, have it dry cleaned or hand wash it keeping the leather tabs dry. Do not machine wash it.

INTERNATIONAL PATRONS - Please note that the shipping price does not include any customs expenses you may encounter.

If you have any questions about this or any of my straps, please contact me by email at coolstraps@gmail.com or call my studio at 813-949-9269, or use the Contact Seller button on each listing. I hope you enjoy browsing my studio and the other lovely studios on Artfire. Thanks!