The first time I saw a glass lanyard I thought it was stupid.  Then I went to a bottle share where your entry fee covered a lanyard.  Everyone was wearing one and so I tried it...GAME CHANGER! In a social situation a glen lanyard is crucial, and the quick release so you can hand your glass to someone for a refill is awesome.  Every enthusiast who is going to go to social tastings needs to have a glen lanyard!