SOUTHERN MAN -- Relic Collection
Southern Man Distressed Leather Guitar Strap
The Southern Man leather guitar strap is a 1 1/2" hand-scraped, relic-finished strap built for electric and acoustic guitars.
It is distressed by hand in our Los Angeles studio before it ships, so it arrives with the worn-in character most straps take years to earn.
Part of the Red Monkey Relic Collection, the Southern Man is for players who want a vintage guitar strap that looks like it has already lived a life on the road.
Broken In Before It Ships
Most leather straps arrive stiff. You spend the first months working them soft before they sit right.
The Relic Collection skips that. Every Southern Man is scraped and distressed by hand before it leaves the studio.
It plays broken in from the first set, and because the finish is done by hand, no two come out exactly alike.
At 1 1/2" it stays balanced on the instrument, wide enough to carry weight comfortably without overwhelming a smaller-bodied guitar.
Verified Southern Man Guitar Strap Reviews
Acoustic L-00 / Balance
“Great song, great strap. The relic gives my L-00 an old timey look… and it’s just the right size and weight where everything is in balance.”
T.P.Les Paul / Perfect Size
“Looks great, and is the perfect size for me. Holds my Les Paul very stable and did I mention it looks awesome.”
Steven HurstLeather & Distressing
“Amazing guitar strap! High quality leather, fantastic distressing, big heavy duty buckle. Red Monkey makes the best guitar straps on the planet!”
Dustin BehmWidth: 1 1/2" hand-scraped, relic-finished leather.
Leather: Signature heavyweight 8/9 oz (about 3.2–3.6 mm thick).
Sizes: Size 0 (42–51 in / 107–130 cm), Size 1 (47–56 in / 119–142 cm), Size 2 (52–61 in / 132–155 cm).
Strap locks: Strap lock holes punched upon request — select Yes when ordering.
Special sizing: Available upon request.
Build time: Every strap is built to order. Average build time is 7–10 days.
Made in Los Angeles: Red Monkey guitar straps are 100% hand-built in the USA in our Los Angeles studio.
Lifetime guarantee: We back our straps with a lifetime guarantee.
Southern Man FAQ
Which size should I choose?
The three sizes overlap. Measure a strap you already play with and match the length. If you fall between two sizes, the larger one gives you more room to adjust down.
Will the leather be stiff at first?
No. The leather is scraped and distressed by hand before it leaves the studio, which is the point of the Relic Collection. It plays broken in from the first set.
Is it suitable for acoustic guitar?
Yes. The Southern Man is played on both electric and acoustic guitars.
Does it work with strap locks?
Yes. Select Yes under Strap Lock Compatible and the holes are punched before the strap ships.
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If you don't see the leather/hardware color or combo you want, put your request into the CUSTOM NOTES section at checkout and we'll take it from there. (We'll email you if we have any questions)
All leather products Red Monkey makes are hand-built to order. We strive for 5-7 days of build time before shipping, but usually need 7-10 days, and longer for more complicated pieces.*
*We generally ask for 20-30 days to build our Leather Vests.
Great song, great strap. The relic gives my my L-00 an old timey look…and it’s just the right size and weight where everything is in balance.
Best guitar straps made. Not even close. I own over 20 of them. Super cool to look at and super functional.
A great strap, cool and road worthy, I love it, makes my old guitars look spectacular, comfy and functional, too. Love Red Monkey Designs, YAY!!
This is my 3 strap from Red Monkey. Awesome craftsmanship and quality! They rock!
My husband loved the gift
One word sums it up, Excellent.
Absolutely the best in the business!!!
Love this strap!! Flat out the best straps in the business!
Looks great, and is the perfect size for me. Hold my les paul very stable and did I mention it looks awesome
Love this guitar strap. It has a beautiful vintage look. Exactly what I was looking for.
Amazing guitar strap! High quality leather, fantastic distressing, big heavy duty buckle. Red Monkey makes the best guitar straps on the planet!
My son loves Red Monkey guitar straps. Quality and look are world class. Great customer service too.
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