Sunglasses tend to get set down on a blind shelf, dropped in the bottom of a boat or lost in the leaves under a deer stand. The Chambless leather sunglass holder is a simple fix: a one-inch English bridle leather neck strap with solid brass rivets that holds your sunglasses securely around your neck. It is a small piece of gear, but it solves a problem most hunters and anglers know well.
What the leather sunglass holder is
This is a sunglasses strap built by Chambless Game Totes, the same maker behind our handmade duck totes and leather accessories. Instead of the thin cord or neoprene retainer that comes free with a pair of glasses, it uses English bridle leather, a firm, smooth leather traditionally used for horse tack. The strap is specifically designed to hold sunglasses securely when worn around the neck, with the aim of balancing comfort with the strength needed to keep them in place.
Key features
- One-inch English bridle leather neck strap
- Solid brass rivets for the hardware
- Designed specifically to secure sunglasses around the neck
- Built for a balance of comfort and strength
- Made by Chambless Game Totes, a maker of handmade leather hunting goods
Where a sunglass strap earns its keep
Any time you are moving between bright light and shade, or switching between glasses and binoculars, a sunglasses strap keeps your shades within reach without hunting for a pocket.
- Duck blind: Glare off open water is hard on the eyes, but you often take glasses off when the birds work in at first light. Let them hang instead of setting them on a wet shelf.
- Boat or kayak: Glasses that slip off over the side are usually gone for good. A strap around the neck keeps them with you when you lean over to grab a decoy or a fish.
- Deer stand or dove field: When you raise a scope or binoculars, the glasses can hang at your chest instead of in a pocket where they get scratched.
- Around the farm: On a tractor, UTV or mower, glasses come off and go on all day. A leather sunglass holder keeps them from ending up on the floorboard.
A practical gift for hunters
A handmade leather sunglass holder is an easy gift for the duck hunter, angler or farmer who already has the big gear. It matches the rest of the Chambless leather accessories collection, so it pairs well with a leather and paracord duck call lanyard, a leather chapstick holder or a leather key chain for a coordinated set. If you are putting together a gift for a waterfowler, take a look at the handmade duck carriers in our game totes collection too.
Caring for English bridle leather
Bridle leather is made to handle sweat, weather and daily use, but a little care helps it last:
- Wipe off mud and salt water with a damp cloth after a trip.
- Let wet leather air dry at room temperature. Avoid heaters, dash tops and direct heat, which can stiffen or crack it.
- Apply a light coat of a quality leather conditioner now and then, especially after a wet season.
- Expect solid brass to darken and develop a patina over time; many people prefer that look.
With basic care, the strap should soften slightly and darken with use. You can see the full details on the leather sunglass holder product page.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Chambless sunglass holder made of?
It is a one-inch English bridle leather neck strap with solid brass rivets.
How does the leather sunglass holder work?
It is worn around the neck and is designed specifically to hold your sunglasses securely, so they can hang at your chest when you are not wearing them.
Does it match other Chambless leather goods?
Yes. It is made from the same English bridle leather used across the Chambless line, including their duck call lanyards, key chains and game totes.
Ready to stop losing sunglasses in the blind or the boat? Order the Chambless leather sunglass holder today, and browse more articles on the Hunterworks Outdoors blog. Questions? Contact us.