If you love leather camera straps like me, you should check out the Hard Graft Re-Process Camera strap.
I was surprised by the quality and craftsmanship of this strap when I opened it. It is handmade in Italy with real Tuscany leather and a German / Italian wool lining. It looks and smells wonderful.
The wool lining was odd to me at first, but after using the strap for some time it became one of my best features. It makes the strap more shaped and stronger than many leather straps. It also adds more comfort and support when you have your camera on all day.
Hardgraft Re-Process Strap Review
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The Materials And Specs
– Premium Natural Tuscan Leather – Vegetable Tanned
– German / Italian Wool Felt
– Maximum Length 51 inches
– Minimum Length 35 inches
– Convertible to a grab handle.
– Alternate Maximum Length 18.5 inches
– Alternate Minimum Length 13.5 inches
Comes in this nice fabric case, built with meticulous detail.
What I Love About This Strap
This strap does not feel raw, cheap, or mass-produced like many leather straps. I have tried several and I can honestly say that this strap is different. It feels, smells, and looks amazing. But you should wear a shirt with it, or the wool might bother your skin.
The strap is sturdy but not too thick. I mostly use it on my Fujifilm or Sony cameras, where I have more weight and equipment. But it also suits the Fujifilm cameras well.
This strap is unique among the straps I have used because it can change its size from 35″ to 51″, or become a smaller grip strap from 13.5″ to 18.5″.
What I Don’t Like About This Strap
I like almost everything about the Re-Process strap.
But it could use one thing. A leather cover for the lugs to protect the hardware where the strap attaches to the camera. Fujifilm cameras have these, but I prefer them on the strap like the LeicaTime and Duram straps.
I also wish the hardware was a bit heavier to fit the strong style of the strap.
Other Thoughts
The strap is worn-in after using it for some time. It is still in good shape. It is strong, and the wool has not frayed as I feared.
The strap has a wool lining that might irritate some people with light clothing. It is not ideal for hot places like Thailand where you might be wearing a tank top.
Hard Graft Re-Process Leather Strap Product Images
