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Swivel Shackle Snap
BLD was the FIRST dog leash maker to offer a swivel shackle snap! We had these quick-release panic snap is designed and custom-fabricated to offer a safe swivel snap option for working K-9s and dog sports, it releases in an instant by pulling the tab.
This snap will hold tight when you need it the most, yet can be instantly released under load. Excellent for Shuzhund, police work, tracking, hunting, lure coursing, or other situations requiring instant release, even when the dog is pulling hard on the leash.
This snap is designed and made exclusively for BLD! Inspired by marine hardware, we’ve custom fabricated a swivel version with working dogs in mind. This thing is designed to hold boat rigging–it’s super strong! It’s no match for even the strongest, burliest dogs that somehow manage to wrangle themselves out of regular leash hardware. Made from marine grade stainless steel, with a pull-tab to activate the release mechanism.
Size and Other Info
Swivel Shackle Snap is approx. 2 3/4″ long (7 cm). It’s remarkably light and elegant for it’s strength and reliability. Fits 3/4″ and 1″ wide leather or webbing.
This snap is easy to release, but does require quite a strong pull on the tab at a specific angle. This is to prevent it releasing by accident (such as if the dog is running through brush). A note to our disabled friends: this requires good dexterity to operate.
Caution! The leash will snap back once released if there is pressure on the leash. Always use the pull tab to release the shackle snap; using the O-ring alone may result in injury. Keep well away from face. Before using in the field, we strongly suggest some practice to familiarize yourself with the motion required and the way the shackle releases.
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Do you have a dog who mysteriously is able to shake loose of a regular leash snap? This is the solution!
Hardware only: no leash included
Fabricated exclusively for our workshop, these beautiful solid brass leash snaps have a secure locking mechanism.
Unlike spring gate dog leash hardware (the kind where the gate swings in), this one will not pop off the dog’s collar/harness when twisted. Furthermore, unlike traditional bolt snaps (the kind where the lever pulls down to open the gate), it will not accidentally release if caught on brush, nor will it be shaken loose when used properly.
Size
Size refers to the width of the strap that fits through the eye
- Small 3/8 inch (9.5 mm) petite size for small dogs under 30 pound
- Medium 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) wide straps, medium gauge snap
- XL 3/4 inch (19.5 mm) heavy gauge snap
- XXL 1 inch (25 mm) heavy gauge snap
How to use:
How to use:
- Spin the lock to open (clockwise) and release the gate
- Snap onto the dog’s collar or harness
- Spin the lock closed (counterclockwise) to secure the gate
- Always spin the lock completely closed when in use on the dog’s collar or harness to ensure the snap is locked*
*Caution! Do not use the snap in the “open” unlocked position. This snap must be fully locked closed when in use. Failure to spin the gate lock closed may cause the hook to bend out of alignment and fail. The lock sheath reinforces the hook part of the snap to make it secure. BLD’s leash warranty assumes proper use of this snap.
The genuine ORIGINAL, hard-to-find Italian Alligator “Locking Jaw” snap by KONG.
This heavy-duty snap is a classic in the working dog world. It locks closed with the turn of a wheel. Release the lock and the snap can be opened even under load.
Accept no imitations! Cheap knockoffs of the Alligator snap are sold in brass or other colors of metal. The dangerous imitations do not have the "W patented" mark. Imitations are not reliable or safe.
Available Size: size indicates the width of the material the snap will accommodate
- 3/4 inch (20 mm) wide
- 1 inch (26 mm) wide
Hardware only.
From the manufacturer:
Panic snap with safety lock. Its special opening enables the release even while the connector is loaded and the safety-lock prevents accidental opening. The remarkable feature is that this connector will not become jammed even when used with mud, ice, dust etc. Manufactured by KONG Italy from solid marine bronze.
Distributed in the US by Herm Sprenger.
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