Occidental Leather 5055 Stronghold Suspension System

These are simply a great product from a great company. You cannot go wrong with occidental leather. I also own the sheepskin lined leather tool belt, and this is the perfect addition. My toolbelt was not designed to go with these suspenders so they did require some minor modification in order to use them. My pouches do not have a continous belt so the loops that the suspenders come with do not just slide on. I had to drill out the rivits on the loops and drill some holes in my pouches and rivit the metal part of the loop to my pouches. I placed the rivits slightly out of center as to favor my left-side pouches. I use that side more so it is very convienient. All the other guys on the site are extremely jealous. These pouches (combined with my tool belt) scream "Professional". They are a little stiff in the beginning but feel incredibly durable. I had already started to experience some severe lower back pain at times and these suspenders really take the pressure off of the lower back. My lower back dosen't feel as fatigued at the end of the day and it actually seems to make my upper back and shoulders stronger. They feel worked-out, but in a good way.One piece of advice is to follow the instructions. They come with a pair of screw rivits to affix the leather straps to the canvas material near the middle back area. This is so that black part of the harness does not slide back or forth on the leather straps. WEAR THEM FOR ABOUT TWO WEEKS, before securing the straps with the screw rivits. It just takes a little while to determine exactly where you want them.

This was a replacement to one that I had terrorized for years, cutting it up and abusing it. I wouldn’t have any other set up than Occidental. I also bought the belt that goes with it the stronghold belt I believe. The bags I have are still good after eight years and I don’t take care of them either so good Quality stuff. I would give six stars if allowed.

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I chose this model because it came with rivets to set the straps in place once it’s been adjusted.I read several reviews about the difficulty level of adjusting the straps, and while they are stiff it really wasn’t difficult at all. I actually think the clasps are better than the average buckle or strap style. I’m 5’9” and I had no problems getting them adjusted to my height and I can still raise or lower them several inches if ever needed. Super comfy and distributes the weight evenly. Absolutely love them and we’ll worth the money.

These are great suspenders- especially when coupled with a quality toolbelt. They are genuine leather and will last forever. Note- they are NOT stretchy- and take some time to set up. There is a breaking in period, after which you can add a permanent rivet fastener to keep them in place.

It was comfortable for working in front or below myself but found overhead work to be uncomfortable no matter how I adjusted the yoke. The padding on the yoke is very stiff and would dig into my neck when lifting my arms up at or past my shoulders. I’m an electrician by trade and my work consists of lots of overhead work. Would like to see softer cushioning on the yoke itself. I do like the design of it and being able to get it on and off easier than the all leather suspenders which is what I ended up getting instead and found to be better for overhead work. I also like the built in d-ring for hanging up at the end of the work day.

It’s full grain leather and has a break in period. After that it will fit like a glove. Use some conditioner on the leather to speed up the process.

Occidental is the best that's all you can say

This is by far the most comfortable easy to adjust and extremely well built tool belt. I already added a few other pouches to the system, yes it is a system. Working long days with other types of toolbelt for years, this is a back and hip saver, if your having issues carrying a heavy toolbelt all day long get this belt system, you will not regret it.

Tirantes de excelente calidad, 100% recomendable

Best stuff ever !!!

Bought to go with my new Akribis Leather Toolbelt system. The leather mounting straps are dead simple to install and fit just about any belt. The quality is amazing, as to be expected from an occidental product.Very easy to set up and once set up stays in place until changed.

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