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On table hook that holds purse

I'd heard of these. Don't know how common they are but this one popped up on Kevin Kelley's site.

A 3" silver ring that folds flat. Unfolds to the ring that stays on the table and a hook that dangles underneath.

kwmobile Purse Hanger for Table (Set of 2) - Purse Hook for Table - Folding Handbag Hanger - Portable Bag Holder

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07R3K2K14

Posted by
7277 posts

I know it gets the purse off of your lap, but I fail to see how it's any more secure than hanging your purse on your chair. Still would be easy for someone to grab it and run.

Posted by
1451 posts

Well, it's better than a bag on the floor/ground. But, I agree with Nancy. It is not going to protect anyone from a purse getting snatched.

Posted by
2074 posts

The idea behind these hooks is not to secure your purse, but to keep your purse off from the floor. A friend of mine who lives on a Caribbean island always uses one of these hooks when she goes for lunch or dinner in beach club type restaurants.

Posted by
6810 posts

I encountered these in Japan. I appreciated having an alternative to keeping my purse around my neck/on my lap while eating, or on the floor. The bag isn't as visible or vulnerable as having it slung behind you on a chair, I think. And I placed it beside me, not on the adjacent side of the table as shown in the photo. Would I use it if I was seated in a high traffic area? Probably not. In a café or restaurant at a table against a wall.? Yes.

Posted by
11578 posts

Well depends on what you expect of hook - yes keeps purse off floor .

No does not secure it from run by and grabs -

I eat with my purse either in my lap or straps wrapped around my legs and between my feet .

Also avoid sitting on outer perimeter of an outdoor cafe - even inside be careful - tables are often very close together - anyone can brush by.

Posted by
10 posts

I just ordered it. Thank you! I am tired of having my purse strap over my shoulder and my purse in my lap while eating in a restaurant. For me, keeping my purse visible and near me is important. I wouldn't be able to relax with my purse behind me hooked over the back of the chair.