Slinging An Over/Under?

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Hi All,

I am planning to take my 12ga. over/under deer hunting in the shot-only areas here on Vancouver Island. I definitely prefer to use this vs. my 870 due to noise and choke options.

However, last time I took my O/U hunting I ended up carrying it broken over my shoulder, and this was, to say the least, tedious.

I am wondering about this groups' experiences and recommendations for carrying this shotgun with a sling.

I could mount a sling swivel stud on the stock. I cannot mount a stud on the fore-end.

It shouldn't make a difference, as the challenge/solution should be the same for almost any O/U, but it's a Stevens 512 Goldwing (reasonable, yet effective).
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Any suggestions, pointers or recommendations are appreciated!

Thanks!
 
there are little clamshell type fasteners that you screw together on the barrel, in this case lower barrel. Move it where you want and attach your sling.
 
Please calmly put that drill down, and no gun will get hurt.

No seriously, a sling on a shotgun, especially an over/under, is a major fashion faux-pas. However, if you must have a sling on it for practical reasons, there are "tactical slings" available that attach with Velcro straps. You can then remove it once you get to the blind.

And no gun will get hurt in the process!
 
A hunting shotgun without a sling, IMHO, is a true sign of a novice. Butler Creek makes a fine nylon sling that slips over the barrel/ buttstock.
 
Homesick Alien said:
Hi All,

I am planning to take my 12ga. over/under deer hunting in the shot-only areas here on Vancouver Island. I definitely prefer to use this vs. my 870 due to noise and choke options.

However, last time I took my O/U hunting I ended up carrying it broken over my shoulder, and this was, to say the least, tedious.

I am wondering about this groups' experiences and recommendations for carrying this shotgun with a sling.

I could mount a sling swivel stud on the stock. I cannot mount a stud on the fore-end.

It shouldn't make a difference, as the challenge/solution should be the same for almost any O/U, but it's a Stevens 512 Goldwing (reasonable, yet effective).
Stevens%20512%20Goldwing.jpg


Any suggestions, pointers or recommendations are appreciated!

Thanks!
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This is an interesting choice, as I don't see how an 870 is noisier than a double except after the shot when noise is of little consequence, and choke tubes provide any choke you desire. Given the rigors of big game hunting, I would opt for the less pretty gun myself.

Perhaps a clamp with a swivel stud at the bottom like the type designed to fit around the barrel and magazine tube of a repeater would solve your problem. It would not interfere with your sight picture as it does not meet at the top of the barrel, would not mar the finish of your barrel, and is not permanent. Doubles often have slim barrels compared to pumps and autos, so a custom made one might be required.
 
if you look at some of the fine english doubles, you'll see that ring set-up is exactly what they used- uncle mike's makes them in a variety of widths, all you have to do is measure the outside of your barrel- their catalogue is on line- and don't toghten the hex screw enough to harm your barrel- some barrels are thin enough that you can introduce a second choke by clamping that ring too tight
 
It is very common for European shotguns to have slings, British and North American made guns not so much. Don't let people tell you a sling is a fashion faux pas, if you need one it is a very important component of the gun. However, avoid slings that slip over the barrel because they interfere with wingshooting.
I suggest that you take your gun to a good gunsmith who knows shotguns. There are some nice European sling mounts that attach to the rib between the barrels and are not as clumsy looking as the Uncle Mike's clamshell add-ons. I have a high grade Merkel over/under that is equipped with sling swivels, and love it!
 
You can set it up nice like many Euro shotguns or buy a slip on/ Velcro sling for this purpose, cheap. Then you remove the sling when you chase birds. Surprised that some people think slinging a shotgun is not fashionable.
 
Shootshellz said:
A hunting shotgun without a sling, IMHO, is a true sign of a novice. Butler Creek makes a fine nylon sling that slips over the barrel/ buttstock.
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I quite disagree. For example; Pheasant hunting with a slung shotgun and a couple of springer spaniels, you will never get a shot off on a single bird. If you're slug hinting for big game, perhaps a very different story. Perhaps you need experience with different types of shotgun/field hunting to fully understand your over-generalization and error in your comments. A true sign of a novice is the statement you've just made.
 
Here is a pic of what you were origionally wanting to do. You could always countersink the nut in the forend so it doesn't interfear with the bbl...

I don't think it looks bad at all. AND it will be just as funtional as you want it to be.

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I bought a sling for my over and under. I hardly use it. It defeats the purpose of opening the action and carrying loaded.
 
Grasshopper novice hunters: The purpose of a shotgun sling is to carry same to the hunting/shooting grounds. Then remove sling to shoot game. Attach sling to carry shotgun home.
 
Many years ago at Canadian Tire I got a sling that has looped ends .
I use it with my .35 Remington GameMaster pump.
 
Shootshellz said:
Grasshopper novice hunters: The purpose of a shotgun sling is to carry same to the hunting/shooting grounds. Then remove sling to shoot game. Attach sling to carry shotgun home.
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Exactly. I've seen pictures of guys with double barrel shotguns slung, while riding thier bicycles to go hunting. Somewhere in England, I think.
 
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