Rifle sling

[todbartell]

Butler Creek or Grovtec Mountain Sling is what I run on my rifles

 

[Duncan Idaho]

I love the Quake Claw slings. They hold the shoulder very well with no slipping. There are a few different designs but the slim version and colours other than black or green can be tough to find in Canada.

 

[tony d]

Slogan for those interested are ordered directly from them in the USA

 

[silver69]

What are you fellas using? Is there anything out there in a 2 point that is not as prone to slipping or sliding off your shoulder?

Started using a "zing" sling type years ago and haven't looked back. Hands free if needed and rifle always at the ready if needed too. The most useful and comfortable sling I have ever used. Knock off brands available just about anywhere.

 

[DaMikey]

Anyone try the BFG Vickers Padded sling and how it compares to the non-padded? This will be going on a hunting rifle and hunting shotgun. TIA

 

[SomebodyTookMyName]

Look at a 3 point sling. I’m thinking of giving it a try.

should read:

Look at a 3 point sling. I’m trying to find a way to turn my rifle into a freaky BDSM machine that randomly tries to tie me up or choke me without warning in the field

 

[BlackRam]

When I use a sling, it is one of the Butler Creek neoprene type. Soft, stretchy and doesn't slip off the shoulder. When not in use, it is in my daypack.
I also carry in the front of shoulder position on the off shoulder as recommended by Capstick, when shouldered. Fast and easy to get into shooting position.
Mostly, the rifle is in my hands where it can be put into service as needed.

 

[xdmer]

I started making my own, and prefer them.

 

[The Kurgan]

My sling requirements are simple. I have three of these. One is 3/4 inch width tan cowhide, and two are one inch width buffalo hide. Handmade by the Amish. They will likely outlive me. I also have an Allen "hypa-lite" synthetic sling for foul weather.

 

[WereWeasel]

I know what ones NOT to buy are those butler creek/uncle mikes nylon slings with the raw peace of neoprene sewn in the middle after 2km the bouncing rifle rhythm gets pretty old by the end of the day that neoprene is pretty stretched and thin. I have a cabelas northern flight sling that I’m thinking of putting back on my 30cal it worked well. Milspec sling are great too as long as it’s hardware is tight.

 

[DT741]

Ferro Concept Slingsters have replaced all my slings for work, fun and hunting guns.

 

[The Kurgan]

I started making my own, and prefer them.

That's the way to go, if you have skills (I don't) . Post a pic of your handiwork.

 

[DaMikey]

Based on the recommendations posted from others on here, I’ve placed orders for 2 Slogan Ultraflex slings and 2 BFG Vickers Padded slings. Looking forward to their arrival

 

[Rifleman87]

I see you’ve rendered your decision, but I sling my rifle in my hands when I’m hunting. It’s not much use to me if it’s not in my hands. I carry a sling in my pack so I can carry my rifle on my shoulder while I drag out my dead critter behind me. I use mostly butler creek Alaskan models for that. I hunt I very thick cover, things happen fast. This is why I like light weight rifles.

 

[SHELL SHUCKER]

I see you’ve rendered your decision, but I sling my rifle in my hands when I’m hunting. It’s not much use to me if it’s not in my hands. I carry a sling in my pack so I can carry my rifle on my shoulder while I drag out my dead critter behind me. I use mostly butler creek Alaskan models for that. I hunt I very thick cover, things happen fast. This is why I like light weight rifles.

My preference as well over the years. Slings are good for climbing the ladder to the tree stand as well.

 

[squirrelshooter]

I like to sling my rifle in front of me, muzzle down, but need to transition quickly to a shooting position. Right now, I use a butler creek POS from CTC. It doesn’t quickly adjust, so it has to be pretty loose to transition. Would one of these Vickers slings work better to adjust on the fly?