MtlBiker Report post Posted June 20, 2023 I need some high(er) quality things, snap shackles, whatever they are called, and it must be my old age but I just can't think of what these things are called. Snap shackles brings up a different kettle of fish than what I'm looking for, but if you folks could help me with what this is called, it sure would be easier to search for it... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TomE Report post Posted June 20, 2023 Batz Corp calls them safety hooks. Not sure if you need the exact shape shown in your picture. https://products.batzusa.com/category/safety-hooks Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kgg Report post Posted June 21, 2023 (edited) 1 hour ago, MtlBiker said: Snap shackles brings up a different kettle of fish than what I'm looking for, but if you folks could help me with what this is called, it sure would be easier to search for it... Try searching for swivel hooks, swivel snaps and or swivel snap hooks. kgg Edited June 21, 2023 by kgg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MtlBiker Report post Posted June 21, 2023 12 hours ago, TomE said: Batz Corp calls them safety hooks. Not sure if you need the exact shape shown in your picture. https://products.batzusa.com/category/safety-hooks Thanks, but those look too industrial... I'm looking for something really nice looking, refined, that could be used on a purse strap for example. Something that's not just a run of the mill snap. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MtlBiker Report post Posted June 21, 2023 11 hours ago, kgg said: Try searching for swivel hooks, swivel snaps and or swivel snap hooks. kgg Thank you! Swivel snap hook seems to be the best search term. I've been through the dozen Amazon pages using that search term and still didn't find anything as attractive as the one I pictured. I guess I'll have to try eBay, Etsy or maybe even Aliexpress. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Northmount Report post Posted June 21, 2023 Here is what I use. https://tandyleather.ca/collections/hardware/products/ribbon-spring-swivel-snaps-nickel-plate?variant=32105508634755 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kgg Report post Posted June 21, 2023 1 hour ago, MtlBiker said: Swivel snap hook seems to be the best search term. Maybe try Ailexpress for something like this: for about $0.53 https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000204100606.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.93.326chJ3BhJ3Bx3&algo_pvid=d6a455b0-fe99-4dfe-b30a-dca3ace3c4f9&algo_exp_id=d6a455b0-fe99-4dfe-b30a-dca3ace3c4f9-46&pdp_npi=3%40dis!USD!2.18!0.39!!!!!%40212240a316873568966258263d0787!10000000776821401!sea!CA!4496536814&curPageLogUid=42ffrQ11iGMV kgg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MtlBiker Report post Posted June 21, 2023 2 hours ago, kgg said: Maybe try Ailexpress for something like this: for about $0.53 https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000204100606.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.93.326chJ3BhJ3Bx3&algo_pvid=d6a455b0-fe99-4dfe-b30a-dca3ace3c4f9&algo_exp_id=d6a455b0-fe99-4dfe-b30a-dca3ace3c4f9-46&pdp_npi=3%40dis!USD!2.18!0.39!!!!!%40212240a316873568966258263d0787!10000000776821401!sea!CA!4496536814&curPageLogUid=42ffrQ11iGMV kgg Thank you (again!). But I'm looking for nicer ones, like the one in my photo, and smaller size... these are for 1.5" straps and I need ideally 1/2" or possibly 5/8". 3/4" is already larger than I want. If you scroll down the page here, you'll see a better view of the clip I want. It's an animated photo so I couldn't get a screen shot. Probably no more functional than any other, but I think they look darn cool and would love to use them on some of my projects. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kgg Report post Posted June 21, 2023 1 hour ago, MtlBiker said: But I'm looking for nicer ones, like the one in my photo, and smaller size... these are for 1.5" straps and I need ideally 1/2" or possibly 5/8". 3/4" is already larger than I want. I think these are probably a specialty clip that is produced solely by or for Sleepypod as the clip has sleepypod molded into the face of the clip. You could try and order one from Sleepypod in the size you would like. kgg Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gezzer Report post Posted June 21, 2023 (edited) Maybe search " swivel carabiners " Don't know if this is what you are looking for but it's 1/2 strap slot . PANDENGZHE 360º Swivel Rotating Locking Carabiner 2" for Securing Pets, Dog Leash and Harness, Camping, Hiking, Backpack, Keychains Edited June 21, 2023 by Gezzer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dansir Report post Posted June 21, 2023 Purse Supply Depot has 1/2" and 5/8" Snaps. They are called "Metal Hooks" on the Product menu. Magnetic Purse Snaps, Purse Making Supplies, Purse Hardware (pursesupplydepot.com) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Klara Report post Posted June 22, 2023 Never seen one like it, but I'll give you my opinion: Whereas the snap looks to be nice solid quality for a cat harness, I wouldn't call it "refined" or think it suitable for a purse with its orange mobile part. Btw, try "swivel carabiner" as a search term... The part looks similar to what mountain climbers use, only smalller. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gezzer Report post Posted June 23, 2023 (edited) @MtlBiker Try here https://cnkimjee.com/accessories/15mm-black-aluminium-caraniners-supplier 9/16 lead D ring Edited June 23, 2023 by Gezzer Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MtlBiker Report post Posted June 23, 2023 8 hours ago, Gezzer said: @MtlBiker Try here https://cnkimjee.com/accessories/15mm-black-aluminium-caraniners-supplier 9/16 lead D ring That's really nice... pretty much exactly what I'd like. But unfortunately that appears to be a manufacturer and since I only need a small handful of them, (less than a dozen would last me a good long while) it's unlikely they would sell to me. But I will contact them just in case. How on earth did you find them? Thank you! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MtlBiker Report post Posted June 23, 2023 On 6/22/2023 at 12:47 AM, Klara said: Never seen one like it, but I'll give you my opinion: Whereas the snap looks to be nice solid quality for a cat harness, I wouldn't call it "refined" or think it suitable for a purse with its orange mobile part. Btw, try "swivel carabiner" as a search term... The part looks similar to what mountain climbers use, only smalller. Hi Klara, I probably shouldn't admit this, but since I have 4 cats (without which I may not have survived the several Covid lockdowns we went through) it is exactly for cat leashes that I wanted to get these snap hooks. You are right that these are probably not suitable for nice purses and bags, but I have other styles which I do use for bags and purses but I really like the look of these and wanted to get some. And according to the website @Gezzer linked to, other colors are available also. Cheers! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ArkieNewbie Report post Posted June 23, 2023 I bought some of these, https://www.amazon.com/Shackle-Release-Rigging-Sailing-Stainless/dp/B08RYGWHML/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=snap+shackle&qid=1687524460&sr=8-5 and still have not thought up a use fo them@ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gezzer Report post Posted June 23, 2023 1 hour ago, MtlBiker said: But I will contact them just in case. How on earth did you find them? Thank you! It would be worth a try to contact them ..... even if they will not sell to you , they should be able to put you in touch with a retailer . Pure hard headedness luck ! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
