Ray Allen Mfg Signature K9 Double Handle Leather Leash (4', Black)

High quality, nice leather, and brass clip. This is professional trainer equipment. Your dog deserves the best.

I need to keep reeling my dog in and leather is just not good for that use

I am planning to update this review (hopefully with a higher rating). But I wanted to get this out there in case others encounter the same issue. I received this item today and found that although it was labeled as "Double Handle", it did not have the second handle by the clasp. The item I received looked nothing like the photo or matched the description. It was actually the more expensive "standard" leash being sold on Amazon.I've requested a replacement, which has been ordered, and will be sending this one back to Amazon.As I said, I'll update this review when I receive the replacement.Updated 4/28/2015: I received the replacement yesterday and it was the double handle leash I ordered. The interesting thing is that the label on the packaging did not specify "double handle" as did the first (incorrect) leash I ordered. I've updated the rating to 4 stars. The quality is very good for the price. As others have said, the brass-colored clip just doesn't look right. I suspect they did this to match the gold-colored logo towards the handle, which isn't very attractive, but I'm sure it will rub off eventually. But since the rivets are nickle-plated and most collars have nickle-plated hardware, a nickle-plated clip would have been preferred.The leather is relatively soft and will become more comfortable with use. The edges of the leather are grey in color, unlike the photo, but I'm ok with that. I suspect the color will even out with use. Running a cloth with leather conditioner over the leash has already darkened the edges slightly. I like the second handle near the clip. On the leash I received, there is a slight length difference between the two "legs" which causes a slight gap between these pieces, which I suspect is intended to allow the handle to have an easy to use opening. This will be a good everyday leash and since I haven't noticed any weak spots or cuts in the leather, I suspect this will last for years.

Received the leash today and used it immediately to walk my Vizsla/Ridgeback mix, year-old puppy, Clara. Due to her strength and pulling, she's a challenge to walk. (We're working on this!)Four feet is the perfect length for my dog. I had a good grip on both the end handle and the traffic handle, as needed. Clara was easier to manage - not enough length to yank me around - than when using the 6-foot leash.The hardware on this leash is brass and well-constructed. I have no concerns it will fail in a high-stress moment. The leather itself is thick and strong. The braided sections, which I figured would be the areas of potential weakness, are also sturdy and well-constructed, and I'm not concerned about failure there either. Overall, the leash I received is well-made with good quality leather (not FINE leather as complained about elsewhere, but strong and thick and good enough quality for its purpose). My only real concern (and I don't think this a big one) is the edges of the leash are raw or unfinished. I plan to condition and treat the leather with the same conditioner I use on my shoes to minimize absorbing moisture like rain and to protect the leather from drying out.I'm happy with this purchase. I expect it to last a long time.PS Haven't had it long enough to give a 5-star rating. If I'm still this happy in a year and have no reason not to expect it to keep performing, I'll give it 5.

I love this leash! Perfect length for training, nothing extra to try and hold in one hand and the double handle is great for better control when in a "situation".

second time using the rivet broke

Easy to grip, love the heel handle, sturdy, heavy duty but not in a prohibitive way, and feels great to hold. Love the length as well. This leash has been through a lot with my dog and I and has held up perfectly over months of heavy heavy use. Also, I can put the leash through itself and have it rest around my waist and be the perfect length for a handsfree leash that keeps my dog right at my side.Update over a year and a half later:Still holding up strong and still my favorite leash to use out of 20 or so that I have. It works for anything I need it to and has held up well with no damage or signs of wear even after about 2 hours of use a day for a year and a half.

We purchased this leash 4 months ago in the prime of our puppy's teething when she was about 35-40lbs? It has lasted through her shark teeth and still holds up. The leather was pretty stiff when we received it but it has softened up nicely and there is zero color transfer. The double handle part is what probably saves this leash from being bitten through since the braided area/ handle is the part she can reach around and chomp on if she's being a little butt. There is a "soft side" and "rough side" but we don't mind it. She can pull pretty hard but it has held up. The clasp itself is a weapon! Very large and heavy duty. I probably wouldn't recommend this leash for 20lb or less dogs, but for our 50 lb pup- it's a great buy.

Our puppy has outgrown his first leash and is ready for a nice good leash and boy this is it. Excellent quality craftsmanship and style. With proper care this beautiful leash will last years and years into his life; possibly all of it. How great to buy an American product! Delivery time was as expected. A perfect order. Thank you. As with all quality leather I'd recommend lightly oiling this leash from time to time with a little bit of mink oil to keep it supple.

Outstanding quality for the price! Been using the leash for over a month now and it is more and more comfortable at every use. No sign of wear at all, this leash will last us a lifetime! The color is more red in real life compared to the picture, but other than that it is exactly as advertised.

This is a great leash for my 7 mo Rottie who likes to grab onto the leash as we walk. Several other leashes have been destroyed, but this one is holding up well! I love the 2nd handle to control my rottie, but gave 4 stars because I would prefer it to be a little closer to the handle than the collar.

This leash is perfect - the length, width, and double handle right at the collar are perfect. My dog is about 60lbs, and this leash gives me a great amount of control. The quality is good, and the clip is very sturdy.

El producto es de pésima calidad y con esa calidad el precio es muy alto