Why the hatred for Velcro?

[Grant Lamontagne]

In this recent poll/thread most of those who commented were anti Velcro, and I am just wondering what is it that you folk don't like about it?

Anyone care to fill in the blanks?

Def

[EZ822]

I don't like it because it wears out over time and the sheath will not close properly.

[parnass]

Velcro Pros:

Tolerant of misaligned mating piece.
Won't scratch walls or doorways if you pass too close.
Rust proof.

Velcro Cons:

Short life
Attracts and retains lint, dirt, hair, etc.
Noisey


I prefer a metal snap.

[jzmtl]

Wears out, and a little of snow makes it useless.

[Pacu]

metal snap here too

velcro looks like crap in about a month or two, nylon sheath doesn't age well, looks ratty where as a well used leather sheath develops patina, cool battle scars.

Case in point...my gerber 600 nylon/velcro sheath is as ugly as a mud fence
my leather wave sheath looks rugged...like if Magnum PI carried a multi or Walker Texas Ranger...that's what theirs would look like. Maybe the Fall Guy too

[Gadget Guy]

I love velcro!   

[edap617]

I love velco too.

[Threeme2189]

Button snaps last longer and are more secure, but velcro works well until it gets gummed up or worn out.

[jzmtl]

Oh and I don't hate it, actually I prefer the type with both velcro and snap.

[nuphoria]

My main beef with it is that it totally ruins a lot of other things it comes in to contact with.

Things like soft synthetic materials on coat scuffs for instance. I know this is isn't always relevant when it comes to pouches of course, but if they are anywhere near your clothes it can be an utter PITA

[cerbera147]

I think Velcro has its place in this world. For example my Triple Mag Holder that sticks nicely inside the Velcroed wall in my Fatboy    That will not come across the wear and tear of 'outer Velcro'.

It really doesn't age well if used a lot 

The big positive with Velcro as Parnass said it that you don't have to be exact when closing a pouch etc. Also if it is the real stuff it is very secure 

Just so damn noisy 

[sawman]

So then is it safe to say a little velcro is Ok in moderation 

[Gareth]

What most folks here have said: stops being secure when old or clogged up. 

BTW I don't hate it, it's just that if I had the pick of two, otherwise identical, sheaths I'd go for the one with a metal snap.

[Styerman]

Wears out quick , and is a bitch to replace when it does , very noisy , sucks rocks when wet .

That said , it has it's place .

Chris

[rlocock]

Wears out quick, very noisy, collects all sorts of bits,seeds,fluff,etc.

[parnass]

... collects all sorts of bits,seeds,fluff,etc.

Velcro collects more lint than a belly button.   

[rlocock]

... collects all sorts of bits,seeds,fluff,etc.

Velcro collects more lint than a belly button.   

[Stormdrane]

Velcro Fly FTW!

[josekym]

I'd prefer a metal snap too (that's just me), but don't really hate velcro as it has its own uses.  My EDC MT and light are using velcro enclosures and they are holding up fine for some years now.

[Travis Autry]

Thank you all for filling in some of the positions on Velcro.  While reading the other thread, I also began to wonder.

I agree about the noise and catching on stuff, both are a pain.  I haven't had a problem with the Velcro on my Pock Its XL wearing or picking up stuff.  Where I've had an issue is on lesser quality pieces.  The old XL has been EDC for about 3 years now.  If it ever wears out and I can get another I'll want one just like it.

[SlackOne]

I hate the noise, mostly.  I generally prefer a magnetic closure, but know that not everyone digs them.  I prefer Velcro for mounting things, not closing them...I just don't find it all that suitable for long-term daily use. 

[N_N_R]

I don't mind it in certain situations.... actually in most, but sometimes I do: I used to have a velcro wallet and when I commutted, early in the morning, in the train.. everyone around me asleep , and I had to show my ticket... the velcro just tears aloud and I have the feeling I wake up all the passengers and everyone's  :pommel:at me The same for when I was at uni, during a lecture, was bored/needed to check sth in my wallet... I need sth more discreet & silent when I'm in silent environment, lol.

But in general I do not mind velcro and I've always wondered myself why so many people associate velcro with children's wallets & stuff.


Yeah, yeah, I know this topic is so old that most people have already forgotten it most probably...

[dks]

But in general I do not mind velcro and I've always wondered myself why so many people associate velcro with children's wallets & stuff.

and blood pressure monitors...

[N_N_R]

 

[Jors]

I am still using velcro on my pouches, but always where the hook (hard part) is on the pouch (bag part of a pouch) and the loop (soft part) is on the flap part of the pouch. Normally the soft part wears out and if on the flap, you can still replace it before you want to throw the pouch away. On the flap you can still sow with a sewing machine but not on the other part of the pouch.

[Craig]

Good tip Johan 

[firefox2003]

I agree with you but i have a solution to that add a snap and add security. 

[Zed]

I dont mind velcro on pouches as i dont use them very often so probably last me a little longer than some folk on here, but i hate it on my girls school shoes as velcro's all the fibres off there school carpets and i have to pull it off as it bugs me OCD      

[sergemaster]

Amici,
I agree with all the above posts as to why velcro stinks, give me a nickle silver snap anyday. But this seems to be slowly going the way of the do do bird since more often than not, vendors are switching to velcro in the majority of their sheaths. If Buck Knives ever do, then it's game over man!

Cheers,
Serge

[borgwarrior]

Velcro, all the time!
Only thing you need to use instead of commercial, low quality velcros, is the milspec ones. I have a pocket organiser custom built for me by Dark Tactical, well, the first time I couldn't open it, it was so hard. After a year, it hasn't weakened a bit.