Using a patented design, these Lock-It straps eliminate the hassle of using metal strap locks to keep your instrument securely connected to your strap, and to you. You don't have to put special strap buttons on your instruments, and you can switch to a conventional strap whenever you want. Lock-It straps are made in the USA, and are currently available from the Gryphon Mercantile.
Derek has 14 pages in the latest Fretboard Journal. He has written an article about Fender's Jazzmaster guitar called "Shape Shifer." It's a worthwhile read in a great magazine. FJ also has a Web addendum to the article as well
In case you missed Antiques Roadshow on Monday, January 14, you can see Richard appraising a 1914 Gibson F-4 Mandolin. Click on the photo below to watch Richard's section:
