Vtac?
- Thread starter Hadda
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Is there a valid reason why I can find a VCAS sling for $20+ cheaper in the US than from the Canadian distributor?? And can someone tell me what makes a sling, you know a piece of nylon with buckles worth $50-82 bucks? I can find a VTAC from $29-42. I will admit, the padded VCAS looks promising but the price is a big turn off. As for the "tails" on a VTAC or other sling. Cut the f**kers off if they both you that much, or simply get over it.
TDC
TDC
Developed with industry friend, firearms expert, and former 1st SFOD- Delta operational member Larry Vickers, the Vickers Combat Applications Sling has been adapted by the US Marine Corp, RCMP, Dutch Military and a number of other units and agencies after extensive testing.
The TEX 90 bonded nylon thread used in the slings have never failed. In seven years of selling BFG slings and over 20,000 VCAS slings sold, we have only had two come back for warranty.
The two slings that can back for warranty had the Fastex buckles broken - one was run over by a LAV, the other got crushed in a door, both in Afghanistan.
Blue Force Gear sling are solution washed 1.25" nylon webbing. This not only gives the slings their IR compliance but also makes them feel like cotton. This feature also prevents burns and cuts on you're neck.
Another great feature about the nylon used is that it doesn't roll and get stuck in triglides or adjusters.
The two adjusters used on the slings, one Acetol made by ITW and the other CNC'd aluminum, are patent pending and developed specifically for this application, not a piece of hardware designed for another purpose and made to adapt.
The VCAS slings made for the machine guns also have a nomex front on them to prevent the sling from melting on hot barrels.
The closed cell foam used in the padded slings is a much higher quality than used on the regular market. It will not asorb water, nor will it degrade and become crusty over time.
Blue Force Gear seeks out and uses more advanced materials all the time to add to the benifit and effectiveness of the products. This can be seen by looking at the newly introduced Helium Whisper.
These slings were purpose built for special forces, made in Pooler, Georgia by an awesome group of people who I've known for over 7yrs.
The VCAS sling isn't just about a name or marketing, it really is about making the best product possible.
The tail on other slings is for adjustment. If you cut it off, there would be no more adjustment, the main purpose of the slings.
Send me your name and shipping address. I will send you one with an invoice. Once you use the sling for awhile you can decide if it's worth the money to you.
I will bet you that sling, that you will think it's worth it.
If I win, you pay the invoice and keep the sling. If I lose, you get the sling for free.
Now that's confidence in a product! Really, there isn't much comparison between the VTAC and VCAS, the VCAS is by far superior in just about every way.
- Location
- East ontario
Comparing the vtac to the. VCAS is like saying a Lada and a M3 bmw are the same thing because they have 4 wheels and and engine.
On another note, the adjustment buckle on the VCAS is "Asatol". Which trade make is Delrin by dupont.
This a plastic that is teflon impregnated and is stiff but will not shatter in temps as low as -60 and will not start to flow (melt) at temp as high as + 185!
BFG could easily have used standard ITW poly/ glass filled nylon. Product, but BFG was out to make a product you can bet you life on.
But for many of us that just relates to buy it ones and last a lifetime.
On another note, the adjustment buckle on the VCAS is "Asatol". Which trade make is Delrin by dupont.
This a plastic that is teflon impregnated and is stiff but will not shatter in temps as low as -60 and will not start to flow (melt) at temp as high as + 185!
BFG could easily have used standard ITW poly/ glass filled nylon. Product, but BFG was out to make a product you can bet you life on.
But for many of us that just relates to buy it ones and last a lifetime.
Amazingkg3
CGN Regular
- Location
- St. John's, NL
VCAS with an IWC triglide is a wicked combo, if you like having the option of a one point sling as well.
I run 2 VTAC slings, and yes I've trimmed the excess "tails" because there is extra and I trim to where I need the adjustments to be, customizing to my size and build needs.
They have run flawlessly and simple for me, very fond of them.
That being said, the VCAS slings look promising as well, one day I'll pick one up and do a side by side comparison and review on the two, since these 2 seem to be the "People's choice" when running 2 points slings.
They have run flawlessly and simple for me, very fond of them.
That being said, the VCAS slings look promising as well, one day I'll pick one up and do a side by side comparison and review on the two, since these 2 seem to be the "People's choice" when running 2 points slings.
My point about the tails was to cut it down, not right off. There is a lot of adjustment available, no need to keep it all.
As for your offer, you're on sir! PM inbound.
TDC
F22_RaptoR
CGN Ultra frequent flyer
- Location
- Edmonton, Alberta
I have the padded VTAC MK-II upgraded (the one with steel buckes/hardware) and I really like it. Turned me back on to the idea of 2-point slings!
As previously stated, MilArm here in Edmonton has them.
As previously stated, MilArm here in Edmonton has them.
And two years later, and still only two slings every returned for warranty
Spoken for truth. I have been using a vcas for almost 2 years courtesy of farmboy and I admit its a much simpler and robust system than a vtac. That's not to say a vtac is junk, its just not as refined as a vcas.
Farmboy: pm inbound shortly regarding the sling
Tdc
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We have all models on hand at the moment. We've been the exclusive dealer for Viking Tactics in Canada since 2009 when we partnered with them to bring the product up here. We've sold 1000's of them to civilians and every facet of law enforcement and military in Canada and have literally never had a single sling sent back because the client wasn't happy or for any warranty issue.
The Viking Tactics vs Vickers is a Ford vs GMC debate. Both sides have merits and I doubt either would do you wrong.
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