Detail 01
2.5 inches wide
Half an inch more than standard. Enough extra to notice on a heavy guitar without the bulk of a 3-inch strap.
Product detailSKU #1274115046092
Franklin Strap2.5" Honey Suede Guitar Strap with Chocolate Ends
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 2.5-inch suede strap with contrasting leather ends. The middle option here — more shoulder coverage than a 2-inch, less bulk than a 3-inch.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Mid-weight electrics played through full sets
- Players who want grip so the guitar stays put
- Anyone finding 2 inches thin and 3 inches too wide
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Players who move the strap around constantly mid-song
- Anyone who wants a wipe-clean surface
- Light acoustics where a 2-inch already sits comfortably
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Suede
The napped surface grips a shirt hard. The guitar stays where you put it, but sliding the strap to adjust takes effort.
Detail 03
Honey with chocolate ends
Two-tone. The lighter body will darken unevenly where your shoulder sits, which is normal for suede.
Detail 04
Leather ends
Smooth leather at the buttons rather than suede, so the tabs hold shape and resist stretching at the hole.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Suede holds dust and lint — a brush works better than a cloth
- 02Strap buttons and locks are not included
- 03The nap grips, so shifting the strap mid-set is not easy
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does suede wear out faster than leather?
It scuffs and flattens where the shoulder rides, so it looks worn sooner. Structurally the leather ends carry the load, and those hold up the same.
02How do I clean it?
Brush it. A suede brush lifts dust and raises the nap. Water and cloth mat the surface and can darken the honey color permanently.
03Is 2.5 inches enough for a bass?
For most basses over a normal set, yes. If you play a heavy instrument for hours, the 3-inch spreads the weight further.
04Will the honey color stay light?
No. Suede takes body oil and darkens with contact, most noticeably across the shoulder. It ends up two-toned along its own length.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
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