Harley Benton Security Locks CH

I’ve seen countless professionals use strap security locks, and I’ve always thought they were a great idea. But after buying a set myself, I realized they’re not as comfortable or easy to manage as I expected.

I tend to switch between sitting and standing when I play, and I like being able to take off my strap—or at least move it out of the way easily. These seemed like the right solution, but in practice, they felt pretty finicky. Getting the strap on and off with the locks took more effort than I’d like.

I think you really have to be a specific kind of player to get along with these. They feel bulky on the guitar, and I often notice them while I’m playing. As reassuring as it is to know my strap is secure, it’s also a bit of a nuisance to constantly feel them in the way.

This is a good product, it really is. I wouldn't see the point in going for another brand if it weren't for the thin screws. I have tried to use these locks on one Epiphone and two Fender Squier, and have had to go back to the original strap pins as the screws don't bite in the pre-drilled holes. It would have been great if I could have used the original guitar screws with the HB locks. However, that is not possible as the holes where the screws are inserted into the locks are very narrow, and any other, wider screws than the ones provided do not fit. It really is a shame, because the locks themselves are very good as the mechanism is tight and secure fit and they have a nice finish.

They do their job, but the metal used is a little soft. This makes them very easy to damage in their installation or during normal use, in the coupling and decoupling of the guitar.

The system itself in the fastening to the strap can cause the tightening nut to easily come off. which can lead to it falling and getting lost, which is not good.

Verdict: ALL guitars to be used with a strap should include strap-locks.
These fulfill the function for a light use at home or small band rehearses, however for more regular and intensive use, I would buy more expensive, higher quality ones, to have more peace of mind in its use.