Bells of Steel
Bells of Steel Open Trap Bar with Built-in Jacks
LiftEvidence pick: Best Specialty Bar
An open trap bar with rotating sleeves and built-in loading jacks
- Best for
- Lifters who want trap-bar deadlifts, carries and lunges with less spinal loading, and easy loading at home.
- Skip if
- Anyone buying a first and only bar — get a straight Olympic bar first.
- For less
- Synergee Regional 20 kg (mid-range) — A 190,000 PSI needle-bearing bar that handles every lift for a mid-range price
Bells of Steel
Open trap bar
Amazon customer rating
4.8/5 from 188 ratings
Checked October 7, 2026
- Type
- Open trap bar
- LiftEvidence score
- 7.6 / 10
- Price band
- Premium
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Quick verdict
LiftEvidence editorial assessment
An open-ended trap bar rated to 700 lb, with rotating sleeves and built-in jacks that lift the bar for loading. The open frame lets you step in for deadlifts, carries, lunges and split squats without a closed hexagon in the way. It complements a straight bar rather than replacing one; some owners find the balance and size take getting used to.
Specifications
Source: manufacturer listing
As stated by the manufacturer (website or Amazon listing; conflicts are noted). Information that was not available or could not be confirmed is omitted or marked “Not reliably published”.
- Brand
- Bells of Steel
- Model
- Open Hex Trap Bar
- ASIN
- B0FHWZ97ZP
- Type
- Open trap bar
- Bar weight
- 47 lb
- Length
- 59 in
- Stated capacity
- 700 lb
- Knurl
- Knurled handles
Sources: Amazon.com listing. Checked October 7, 2026.
Who it suits
LiftEvidence editorial assessment
Best suited to
- General Strength
- Garage Gym
- Conditioning
Lifters who want trap-bar deadlifts, carries and lunges with less spinal loading, and easy loading at home.
Less suitable for
Anyone buying a first and only bar — get a straight Olympic bar first.
Strengths and drawbacks
LiftEvidence editorial assessment
Strengths
- Open frame for lunges and carries
- Built-in loading jacks
- Rotating sleeves
- Strong owner feedback (4.8, 188 ratings)
Drawbacks
- Specialty bar, not a replacement for a straight bar
- 700 lb rating
- Handle diameter and finish not stated on the listing
- Balance takes getting used to
Grip, spin and durability
LiftEvidence editorial assessment
Our interpretation of the specifications, stated construction and recurring customer feedback. We have not independently tested this product.
- Knurl grip
- Good
- Sleeve spin
- Good
- Corrosion resistance
- Moderate
- Versatility
- Excellent
- Build quality
- Very Good
- Durability
- Very Good
Evidence and product claims
Scientific evidence, independent testing and manufacturer claims are different kinds of information and are not equivalent.
Independent testing
No independent laboratory testing of this model identified.
Manufacturer claims
Built-in deadlift and loading jacks; rotating sleeves; 700 lb capacity (manufacturer listing).
Marketing statements; not independently verified.
Customer feedback
Source: Amazon customer reviews · checked October 7, 2026
Amazon customer rating
4.8/5 from 188 ratings
Checked October 7, 2026
Customer ratings reflect user experience on Amazon. They are not LiftEvidence ratings and are not controlled evidence.
Recurring themes
Owners describe it as solidly built and versatile, easy to load and unload, and worth the money; one calls it the best open trap bar design they have used. Opinions differ on its balance and size.
Commonly praised
- Solid build
- Versatile
- Easy loading
- Value
Commonly criticised
- Balance and size (mixed)
Editorial scores
LiftEvidence editorial assessment · 0–10
7.6/ 10 · LiftEvidence score (weighted)
- Steel & build · 20%
- 8.5
- Knurl & grip · 15%
- 7.0
- Sleeves & spin · 15%
- 8.0
- Finish & corrosion · 15%
- 7.0
- Versatility · 10%
- 8.0
- Specification transparency · 10%
- 6.5
- Owner feedback · 5%
- 8.5
- Value · 10%
- 7.5
Editorial judgements from the manufacturer's specifications, stated construction and recurring customer-review themes, using the same criteria for every product in this category. They are not measurements, and we have not tested this product. How we evaluate
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Where to check the price
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Bells of Steel Open Trap Bar
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