GP800N Strap Lock Set - Nickel Review

Good strap lock

This is the first time I've purchased Grover strap locks. In the past I have bought Schaller and I think Pro Line (it's been awhile). Both worked fine. The Pro Line was cheaper quality. It always left a film on the peg. I wasn't sold on the new Schaller design. With the new Grovers they seem like great quality. They have only been on for a couple of days. When the strap is connected… read more it feels very secure. Another huge bonus for me is that I was able to use the stock screw. So no modifying the screw hole. I have a 2019 Fender American Jazz. I definitely recommend these. The thing I wish they would offer is a chrome bottom and a black top. Most straps are black at the peg.

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On every guitar I own

When I get or make a new guitar or bass these are on them -- period!

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The one for me

Ok, I dont have comprehensive experience with all the strap locks. I can say what I know. I did a lot of research -- talking to friends with Schallers and reading a lot of reviews and when I discovered these, I thought the idea was the best. I now have four of these -- and am about to buy two more. I got a sweet Tele from Sweetwater that came with Fender-Schaller strap locks...… read more Well, it's been 11 months and the nut has worked it's way off the pin and is lost forever -- likely in the bowels of my sofa or dog. I have spent a hour trying to find a replacement nut and then realize -- I never wanted these dang things to begin with. I want my Loxx that's on my other guitars -- why -- b/c I have never had to think about them since installing them. So, I am sure that Schallers are just as good. And maybe I'm just the knucklehead that didn't screw the nut on tight enough. But still, the Loxx never ever have failed in any way for me. Ever. And now Schaller has. For me, it's just that simple, ymmv.

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Excellent product, beware immitations

I have over 50 guitars and basses, all fitted with Grover or Schaller (same design) straplocks. They work great for me but I've only scored them 4.5 due to a couple of caveats. See below. I've tried the Dunlop system but for me, I don't warm to them.Grover/Schaller issues:1. Beware when replacing strap buttons which had big fat screws. Take the time to plug the hole properly… read more before re-drilling for the straplocks.2. The straplocks may work loose over time even if the screw hole was ok. I always insert the screw with a dab of glue on the threads to lock it3. You do sometimes get some mechanical squeaking noises while playing as the two parts of the lock move together. Not much of a problem but I lubricate with chapstick when recording. For this reason though, I don't think I would use these locks for acoustic (even if i could find solid woos to attach them).Lastly - BEWARE CHEAP IMMITATIONS from the far east. They rattle like heck, are made of cheap pot metal and the threads & nuts are coarse pitch so they don't grip sufficiently on thick straps.

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The Best!

I have three Gibson Les Paul models and they all have Grover's strap locking system.This is the best system I have encountered. Classic looking and well built. I use them with thick Levi straps, and they keep my guitars secure and without having to worry about accidental drops.Highly recommended!

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