Knife Accessories
Hand-Braided Leather Knife Lanyards
A Small Detail That Makes Your Knife Your Own
Add a handcrafted leather detail to a favorite pocket knife. LeatherByPeter knife lanyards are hand-braided from leather and can be made in different colors and styles, from a simple braided lanyard to versions with decorative or personalized metal details.
The attachment loop passes through a suitable lanyard hole or attachment point on the knife. The lanyard can add a distinctive look to a pocket knife and can also remain accessible outside a pocket when the knife is carried.
Made individually by Peter in Szeged, Hungary.
View the pictured design on Etsy
What Is a Knife Lanyard Used For?
A knife lanyard is a small accessory attached to the end of a suitable pocket knife. It can personalize the knife, add a visible handcrafted detail and provide an additional point to grasp when taking the knife from a pocket.
Leather knife lanyards are also sometimes used on keychains. They can make a distinctive gift for pocket-knife enthusiasts and collectors.
How Does a Leather Knife Lanyard Attach?
Most LeatherByPeter knife lanyards use an approximately 2-inch attachment loop. This usually provides enough length to pass the loop through a suitable lanyard hole in a pocket knife and then pass the lanyard through the loop to secure it.
The required loop length can vary. A shorter loop of around 1–1.5 inches may be sufficient when attaching the lanyard to a small metal ring, while larger knives or different attachment points may require a longer loop.
Hand-Braided Leather Details
Many LeatherByPeter knife lanyards use a four-strand leather braid. Depending on the design, the braid can finish with a traditional footrope knot and leather fringe, or include a decorative metal element.
Choose a Style That Makes It Yours
LeatherByPeter knife lanyards are available in different leather colors and designs. Options can range from a simple hand-braided leather lanyard to versions with decorative metal beads or personalized engraved metal details.
Depending on the individual design, metal details may be available in finishes such as silver-tone, gold-tone or bronze-tone. Selected designs can be personalized with a name, monogram or other short engraved text.
Exact colors, metal details and personalization options vary by product, so check the corresponding Etsy listing for the choices available for that design.
What customers say
Real feedback from LeatherByPeter customers, originally posted on Etsy.
Lovely little leather lanyard was exactly what I was looking for. Item was quickly shipped and arrived as described. Would purchase from again, as well as recommend others do the same. Thank you!
All I can say is Peter is awesome. High quality materials and well made products. Amazing handcraft which shows what a awesome artist. Thank you for the extra key chain. I appreciate you reaching out to ask if there was anything I wanted done before you crafted my items. Thank you sir, well done. I highly recommend this seller to anyone who appreciates high quality hand made products.
Thank you for the lanyards crafted with such care and quality. I appreciate it!
Why Add a Leather Lanyard to Your Pocket Knife?
- Adds a distinctive handcrafted leather detail to a favorite pocket knife.
- Helps make an individual knife easier to recognize and personalize.
- Can provide an accessible point to grasp when retrieving a pocket knife from a pocket.
- Personalized versions can make a distinctive gift for pocket-knife enthusiasts and collectors.
Questions About Leather Knife Lanyards
What is a knife lanyard?
A knife lanyard is a small accessory attached to a suitable lanyard hole or attachment point on a knife. It can add a personalized or decorative detail and provide an additional point to grasp.
How do you attach a lanyard to a pocket knife?
Pass the leather attachment loop through a suitable lanyard hole or attachment point, then pass the lanyard through its own loop to secure it.
What size loop do I need for a knife lanyard?
An approximately 2-inch loop works well for many pocket knives because it usually provides enough length to pass through the knife's lanyard hole and loop the lanyard through itself. A shorter loop of around 1–1.5 inches may be sufficient for a small metal ring, while larger knives or different attachment points may require a longer loop.
Can a knife lanyard help when taking a pocket knife from a pocket?
Yes. When the knife is carried in a pocket, the lanyard can remain accessible outside the pocket and provide an additional point to grasp when retrieving the knife.
Can I use a leather knife lanyard on a keychain?
Yes. Some customers also use LeatherByPeter braided leather lanyards as keychain accessories.
Can a LeatherByPeter knife lanyard be personalized?
Selected designs can include an engraved metal detail with a name, monogram or other short text. Exact personalization options depend on the individual design; check the corresponding Etsy listing.
Are different colors and metal styles available?
Yes. LeatherByPeter makes knife lanyards in different leather colors and designs. Depending on the product, metal details may include silver-tone, gold-tone or bronze-tone finishes. Exact choices vary by design.