The Leather SWAY Strap
Looking for a firefighter radio strap that doesn’t tap out after the first few shifts? Meet The Leather SWAY Strap—handmade from thick, rugged 9+ oz. full-grain leather, this strap is designed for firefighters who need dependable gear that won’t flinch under pressure.
Every strap is crafted to withstand heat, grime, sweat, and everything the fireground throws at it—from that first blaring alarm to overhaul at oh-dark-thirty. Outfitted with duty-grade hardware, this beast stays secure, shift after shift, without slipping, stretching, or failing.
Whether you’re crawling a hallway, catching a hydrant, or getting smoked on overhaul while the probie forgets the tools, this strap rides with you—no shortcuts, no nonsense. Just battle-ready leather firefighter gear made to last longer than your lieutenant’s stories and the station couch combined.
Custom. Handmade. Fireman-tough.
NEVER wear your radio strap over your turnout coat.
Yeah, it might look badass in a photo, but in reality? That’s a shortcut to getting snagged, slowed down, and destroying your gear.
Here’s how real firefighters run it:
Strap goes under the coat. Always.
Let your radio hang just above your bunker pants for quick, easy access.
Your coat should shed water over your radio—not funnel it into your comms like a storm drain.
Route your mic cord through your collar and out the neck. Smooth, fast, and out of the way.
This setup keeps your strap alive longer, your comms clear, and your crew out of trouble.
Still think over-the-coat is cool?
Google “Fairfax County Fire & Rescue radio strap study.” That little research rabbit hole will fix your thinking real quick.
