The Lanyard Ring: myth or must-have?

[.38 Special]

I‘m going to have to go pull my 340PD out of the safe…..I don‘t recall a lanyard ring on it ?

It's buried in the back strap. You'd hardly notice it if you weren't looking for it - and who knows if every gun includes it.

 

[Ethan Verity]

Good thread, because I have also wondered if anyone actually uses this thing...

I do have it on my S&W M&P 9mm Compact, and my S&W M&P 340... It's there, but seems like an afterthought on both, just to check off on marketing points. Nope, I have never actually used it on either gun.

 

[CapnMac]

There's an old European fashion, which the Soviets adopted full tilt in pistol lanyards used like rifle slings, as a shooting support

This typically wants a very secure belt attachment. And will spur debate about whether the thirst point of support is any 'better' than the two arms in isometric or similar opposition.

 

[Anchorite]

There's an old European fashion, which the Soviets adopted full tilt in pistol lanyards used like rifle slings, as a shooting support

This typically wants a very secure belt attachment. And will spur debate about whether the thirst point of support is any 'better' than the two arms in isometric or similar opposition.

Interesting

 

[Shanghai McCoy]

My G I 1911 has the ring. I have never used it though.

 

[Bwana John]

My problem when I’m using a pistol lanyard is I’m trying to channel Lieutenant Bromhead…. and at best I end up looking like Dudley DoRight, and at worst Tuco.

 

[Riomouse911]

There's an old European fashion, which the Soviets adopted full tilt in pistol lanyards used like rifle slings, as a shooting support

This typically wants a very secure belt attachment. And will spur debate about whether the thirst point of support is any 'better' than the two arms in isometric or similar opposition.

Thats like the lanyard the guy I worked with used.

I get the idea, but I would hate to get in a roly-poly fight with a crook wearing that, a corded radio microphone and all the other stuff that loaded us down every shift.

On a trail, boat or in the woods, the lanyard idea does make sense.

Stay safe.

 

[Speedo66]

I seem to recall the NYPD motorcycle officers had lanyards on their sidearms.

That particular unit was heavy into tradition, long leather coats, high boots, and the wire stretcher removed from their caps to give a softer look. They were the only unit to have hats like that.

They had that same uniform that I can remember from the early’50’s, and the same shoulder patch.

 

[Howland937]

Yes
The canoe or boat was my thought, also.

Tie a long enough lanyard to a Glock and you have a fully functional canoe anchor.

I've never used a lanyard, but IF I were to consider it for a carry gun I'd have it narrowed down to 2 options.

1- wallet chain type
2- retractable thing like janitors keep their keys on or banks keep their pens on.

 

[trackskippy]

I just use a piece of paracord attached to the gun, and a loop across my shoulder and under the opposite arm. Gathered the loose part into a couple of loops and stuffed it into my pants behind the gun. Worked great, and for the most part, stayed put.

 

[dodo bird]

I travel to Mexico City for work sometimes. I have seen a few policemen using lanyards on autos or revolvers.

 

[Frulk]

Always thought of them as the handgun version of the saddle ring on cavalry carbines. Figured it was associated with mounted forces

However, I doubt any cavalry was issued P89’s.

 

[StrawHat]

Many of my revolver have a lanyard stud and ring because the Army mandated it.

Here is one of my S&W Model 1917s,





The Model 1917 continued to use the lanyard ring until it was replaced with the Model 1950, 45 ACP revolver.

Kevin

 

[sparkyv]

I use it sometimes with a short loop and stop knot to be able to more easily retrieve the firearm from its hidey-hole.

 

[sean m]

I've got a few that work with the pachmayr grips I prefer on my 19 and security six. I like the idea of using the lanyard to steady the shot when pulling it tight.

 

[Armored farmer]

I use it sometimes with a short loop and stop knot to be able to more easily retrieve the firearm from its hidey-hole.
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I could see utilizing that short loop more than a long cord over the shoulder.
I have i knife with a short loop around my wrist

 

[Rexster]

I do not get into nearly canoes as often as in the distant past, before I owned Glock pistols, but, now that I have bought a nice compact canoe, I am glad that Glocks have that little lanyard hole, and, my Glock 19x has an even better lanyard ring.

 

[lee n. field]

Who has a lanyard ring on their handgun?
What gun is it on?
Have you actually used it in some manner?
Pictures?
Following closely behind some trail-gun and large animal gun threads.....does the "outdoorsman gun" need a lanyard?

Do tell!

My Ruger P90 has a lanyard ring. Later in its long production run they dropped that. I've never used it.

 

[Corpral_Agarn]

Are you a cavalry soldier, riding a horse in combat?

If you answered "no," you don't need a lanyard.

Or protecting a sea fairing ship

 

[Piranha451]

There is a lanyard ring on my Model 10, but I have never utilized it.

 

[MacAR]

My 1911 has one, but I've never used it. I'm sure they had their place at one time, but when you consider that most Colt New Service and S&W 1917's had them removed, I doubt many folks outside the Armed Forces thought they needed them. And when you consider those pistols were surplused just after WWII, there weren't many folks then that considered them necessary then or now. Myself, I feel like if I need my pistol tied to my body then A) I'm somewhere or doing something I shouldn't be or B) I shouldn't have taken a pistol I was worried about losing in the first place. Just my opinion, of course.

Mac

 

[chicharrones]

Even my Walther PDP has a slot with cross pin for lanyard use. I'm guessing anyone making a handgun hoping for a police or military contract just add them into the design.

 

[Rodfac]

Went into the river a couple of times while canoeing and was using one, and I was glad I had it on. Gun didn't come out of the holster in those cases, but the way the river has a way of relieving you of things on your person that you don't have dummy corded or secured to you in some fashion, it only makes sense.

Been there and done that...but never with a gun. Track's logic is right on the mark. Week long or longer trips into the BWCA on the Canadian border taught us to use a lanyard on our knives and to trail a 20' stern line on the canoe....easier to catch the boat if you go over. If I was wearing a side arm while canoeing, I'd darned well have it tied to me in some form or other. Well said Track....Best regards Rod

 

[Armored farmer]

Been there and done that...but never with a gun. Track's logic is right on the mark. Week long or longer trips into the BWCA on the Canadian border taught us to use a lanyard on our knives and to trail a 20' stern line on the canoe....easier to catch the boat if you go over. If I was wearing a side arm while canoeing, I'd darned well have it tied to me in some form or other. Well said Track....Best regards Rod

I lost a fine home-made filet knife in the BWCA about 15yrs ago.

How about one on this glock?

 

[W.E.G.]

Beretta 92S