Japanese Brass Shackle Keychain

Shackles such as the one used on this keychain are traditionally used aboard sailboats for various purposes, such as attaching sails, anchors (shackles come in various sizes!) and other equipment to the boat. I love these shackles, they are such a versatile little piece of hardware that are as functional as they are, in my opinion, aesthetic.  The shackles that I use on these keychains are solid brass and cast in Japan. They are a raw metal and will develop patina over time.The leather is attached to the shackle with a branded brass Pigeon Tree rivet, you may remove the shackle by unscrewing it. This keychain is intended to be worn around your belt, as pictured, but it could also be worn around a belt loop or stuffed in your pocket. This style does not allow for easy removal of the keys from the keychain, you must remove the entire leather keychain from wherever it is secured to access your keys. If you want a quick-access keychain, check out some of my other options that utilize sciss