AR Rifle Sling

[johhny12gauge]

I have a Norinco 14.5" AR and the factory sling unopened which I've read is junk. I'd like to get a sling which would be suitable for 2 and 3 gun competitions. Can anyone recommend me some?
Thanks

 

[Farmboy]

Blue Force Gear Vickers sling (VCAS).

Only way to go


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[Bolivar]

Anything would be better than the Norc sling. Like bailer twine would be better.

 

[speedjunkiesracing]

Blue Force Gear Vickers sling (VCAS).

Only way to go

I love these slings. Worth every penny.
They are used on my hunting rifles too.

 

[TV-PressPass]

I use an Urban E.R.T. sling

I like how customizable they are, but they are definitely more complicated than some out there.

 

[babo_al]

I have a Norinco 14.5" AR and the factory sling unopened which I've read is junk. I'd like to get a sling which would be suitable for 2 and 3 gun competitions. Can anyone recommend me some?
Thanks

Sorry to break the bad news to you but you really don’t need one for 2-3 gun matches.

 

[DaveMachine]

Sorry to break the bad news to you but you really don’t need one for 2-3 gun matches.

I suppose when you do transitions you put your rifle on the ground, right?

 

[Pistolwhiptricks]

I bought a Condor CBT bungee sling from Fabsports for $40. Good enough for me.

 

[pauls]

I suppose when you do transitions you put your rifle on the ground, right?

Most non-tacticool 3 gun matches require you to abandon the firearm before going to the next
So, barrel, table top, whatever is provided.
the ground is typically not an option.

 

[babo_al]

I suppose when you do transitions you put your rifle on the ground, right?

As Paul mentioned ether inside barrels left around the curse of fire, muzzle down, or table tops facing sideways .

 

[556NATO]

Blue Force Gear Vickers sling (VCAS).

The only way to go

They are the bomb!!!!

 

[animalamidon]

nice video...very dramatic

 

[bigtex]

VTAC slings are awesome. I have one on almost every gun that I own.

 

[Farmboy]

VTAC aren't to bad, until the buckle breaks.

 

[johhny12gauge]

A few training courses recommended 1 point slings. Is there a benefit for a 1 point vs 2 point design?

 

[Farmboy]

A few training courses recommended 1 point slings. Is there a benefit for a 1 point vs 2 point design?

If you're using a really short firearm (PDW) then a single point isn't to bad, and if you're willing to hold onto your firearm all the time, then a single point isn't to bad.

Ever wear a big necklace, a ID badge or similar around your neck? Notice how much it swings around if you bend over or move? Now think about a 14.5" AR swinging around.

The only thing a single point usually beats a 2 point sling on is conventional shoulder transitions. However this again is easily fixed by learning how to do a better shoulder transition.

 

[DaveMachine]

Single point sling, awesome for an Mp5, not so much for a C7. That is of course unless you like front sight base shaped chunks out of your shins

 

[johhny12gauge]

I think I'm starting to have the info for a more informed decision here now. Thanks

 

[heckler]

It is a shame that for 3-gun competitions that rules have to dumb things down for "safety".
IMO,
There is no reason to abondon your primary weapon even if it is out of ammo. If you can not effectivly control you rifle with sling choice and training and continue to shoot/fight with your pistol.....there is a problem.

I get its a sport, but truely ineffective training for those that fight for a living.

That said Blue Force sling (newest version) has improved vastly

 

[667]

'Been to a few matches were slings were manditory, but these were all held in the US where "big boy rules".... rule.

Slings get in the way and slow you down.. And really, unless you're truely skilled in their use slings can be a hazard...