Republic of Alberta said:Always when hunting. You never know when somthing will pop out. I almost never use a sling and carry the rifle in my hands. There is a sling in my pack if I feel the need to carry my rifle like a purse :wink: , or if I need both hands. I love to hunt with guys that won't load thier gun or use a sling. Any critter that jumps up will be mine, every time. Then the sad ass beside me will always say the same type of thing "you shot so fast" or "I wasn't ready" ect.............to bad sucker
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Allthough, I should say I empty my gun when nature calls and when eating lunch, and when field dressing game. Those are the only exeptions.