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Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle #11537753 10/28/16 Joined: Feb 2012 Posts: 354 N Central Wa.State. S ScottyO OP Campfire Member OP ScottyO Campfire Member S Joined: Feb 2012 Posts: 354 N Central Wa.State. Seems to me there is everything from a 1"nylon strap to thick padded leather decoratedjobs,shootin loops n plain ol leather straps...Who uses what n why...ScottyO.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11537764 10/28/16 Joined: Nov 2015 Posts: 5,620 Orygun H Heym06 Campfire Tracker Heym06 Campfire Tracker H Joined: Nov 2015 Posts: 5,620 Orygun Leather military style on most. Quick adjustable Boonie nylon with non slide rubber woven in the fabric on others. I like a sling as much as a shooting steady aid, as for carrying! No big wide cobra styles, or any with stretch that bounce when shouldering the rifle.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11537773 10/28/16 Joined: Sep 2009 Posts: 11,266 North Carolina W wilkeshunter Campfire Outfitter wilkeshunter Campfire Outfitter W Joined: Sep 2009 Posts: 11,266 North Carolina Butler Creek.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11537791 10/28/16 Joined: Feb 2010 Posts: 612 South of San Antonio S stikshooter Campfire Regular stikshooter Campfire Regular S Joined: Feb 2010 Posts: 612 South of San Antonio Leather military slings on most , and a Montana sling on my favorite rifle. I usually just use a sling walking to the stand and back, but I can and do sling up to shoot sometimes. I really do like the Montana sling the more I use it.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11537798 10/28/16 Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 2,587 Alberta - Wild Rose Country harv3589 Campfire Regular harv3589 Campfire Regular Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 2,587 Alberta - Wild Rose Country I have a Montana slings on the 3 rifles we use. I really like them, well made and simple. Rob

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle harv3589 #11537812 10/28/16 Joined: Mar 2003 Posts: 17,170 Northern California Hammerdown Campfire Ranger Hammerdown Campfire Ranger Joined: Mar 2003 Posts: 17,170 Northern California I have a Montana and a, I think it's a Butler Creek. I like them both. Randy NRA Patriot Life Benefactor

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle Hammerdown #11537831 10/28/16 Joined: Sep 2004 Posts: 7,437 Tennessee T TNrifleman Campfire Tracker TNrifleman Campfire Tracker T Joined: Sep 2004 Posts: 7,437 Tennessee 1.25" Super Sling. μολὼν λαβέ

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11537839 10/28/16 Joined: Jul 2010 Posts: 2,691 J jt402 Campfire Regular jt402 Campfire Regular J Joined: Jul 2010 Posts: 2,691 Simple, light, and leather. A good example is the sling that Remington used to send out with a 700 or the Montana. I do have a Browning Cobra that is just long enough to use as a hasty sling that I like. Another padded cobra never gets used. Straight nylon is out. I haven't used the rubberized ones. Best, JACK "Do not blame Caesar, blame the people...who have...rejoiced in their loss of freedom....Blame the people who hail him when he speaks of the 'new, wonderful, good, society'...to mean ,..living fatly at the expense of the industrious." Cicero

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11537842 10/28/16 Joined: Aug 2010 Posts: 48,017 Battle Born B bsa1917hunter Campfire 'Bwana bsa1917hunter Campfire 'Bwana B Joined: Aug 2010 Posts: 48,017 Battle Born Originally Posted by ScottyO Seems to me there is everything from a 1"nylon strap to thick padded leather decoratedjobs,shootin loops n plain ol leather straps...Who uses what n why...ScottyO. I like a light, quiet sling that I don't notice on my rifle. I've had some that were heavy and when they swayed back and forth while carrying the rifle in the woods, made the rifle want to rock back and forth in your hand. Some of the heavier slings throw the balance off too. I hate those as well.. 95% of the time, I have my rifle in my hand carrying it. The sling is just there as a shooting aide when needed or for the occasional throw it over the shoulder and glass areas etc.. Here's a good pic of the one I use. I also rubber coat the metal clasps on the sling so it's extremely quiet in the woods. No banging or clanging, which startles critters...: Originally Posted by raybass I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style. Originally Posted by Pharmseller You want to see an animal drop right now? Shoot him in the ear hole. BSA MAGA

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11537847 10/28/16 Joined: Jan 2009 Posts: 5,753 MN cal74 Campfire Tracker cal74 Campfire Tracker Joined: Jan 2009 Posts: 5,753 MN I really like Vero Vellini, have tried a handful of others but have a few of these and I'll swap them around as needed. https://www.vero-vellini.com/collections/vero-vellini-air-cushion-slings Life is just one damned thing after another

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11537876 10/28/16 Joined: Dec 2006 Posts: 5,914 B Bearcat74 Campfire Tracker Bearcat74 Campfire Tracker B Joined: Dec 2006 Posts: 5,914 1" Montana Slings When I die I hope I don't start voting democrat.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11537877 10/28/16 Joined: Aug 2012 Posts: 5,455 Boarmaster123 Campfire Tracker Boarmaster123 Campfire Tracker Joined: Aug 2012 Posts: 5,455 I have a few cobras but my montana sling gets used mostly. When I first got my Montana sling I was a bit dissapointed as it was so stiff. But after a year of use and a few treatments with leather conditioner its my favorite sling. Life can be rough on us dreamers.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11537881 10/28/16 Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 3,237 God's Country M MichiganScott Campfire Tracker MichiganScott Campfire Tracker M Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 3,237 God's Country I've got Montana slings on four rifles and Turner Saddlery competition military style slings on two. I won't own one of those slippery nylon slings or one of the overweight cobra style sling. Padded slings aren't in my inventory either. molɔ̀ːn labé skýla

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11537891 10/28/16 Joined: Mar 2009 Posts: 1,845 Virginia V VaHunter Campfire Regular VaHunter Campfire Regular V Joined: Mar 2009 Posts: 1,845 Virginia All of my rifles have "Mountain Sling" as made by Butler Creek / Blackhawk. These are a little over 1" wide nylon with swivels built in and weigh hardly anything, plus they will not rot or mildew when wet. Best part is they can be had for less than $20.00 including swivels.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle VaHunter #11537895 10/28/16 Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 35,900 B BobinNH Campfire 'Bwana BobinNH Campfire 'Bwana B Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 35,900 Brownell Latigo Good for carry and I can sling up with it to shoot if needed. The 280 Remington is overbore. The 7 Rem Mag is over bore.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11537940 10/28/16 Joined: Nov 2003 Posts: 28,847 Grants Pass,OR Ringman Campfire Ranger Ringman Campfire Ranger Joined: Nov 2003 Posts: 28,847 Grants Pass,OR Mine is made from the 1" nylon strapping material from the cloth store. With the sling swivels it weighs one ounce. "Only Christ is the fullness of God's revelation." Everyday Hunter

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11537964 10/28/16 Joined: Aug 2010 Posts: 48,017 Battle Born B bsa1917hunter Campfire 'Bwana bsa1917hunter Campfire 'Bwana B Joined: Aug 2010 Posts: 48,017 Battle Born I believe the ones I use are Uncle Mikes. The things I like about them: 1. Light 2. Functional 3. Quiet 4. Inexpensive 5. Extremely durable I'm not going to go all out on a rifle sling that I will barely use... Originally Posted by raybass I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style. Originally Posted by Pharmseller You want to see an animal drop right now? Shoot him in the ear hole. BSA MAGA

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11537973 10/28/16 Joined: Aug 2010 Posts: 477 Dallas, TX S Sevens Campfire Member Sevens Campfire Member S Joined: Aug 2010 Posts: 477 Dallas, TX I used the butler creek for a long time. Switched over to a Slogan outdoors sling - I like how it can become a 3/4 backpack style with zero effort. If you died tomorrow, what would you have done today ...

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11537983 10/28/16 Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 4,219 WV E EZEARL Campfire Tracker EZEARL Campfire Tracker E Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 4,219 WV http://www.redi-mag.com/index.php?l=product_detail&p=17

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle EZEARL #11537989 10/28/16 Joined: Aug 2002 Posts: 19,106 Arkansas milespatton Campfire Ranger milespatton Campfire Ranger Joined: Aug 2002 Posts: 19,106 Arkansas Don't know the brand but they are 1" nylon with a rubber, foam, stretchy kind of shoulder pad. I use them when riding the ATV and climbing into my stand. When walking,(not much anymore) most times it is in my hand. miles Look out for number 1, don't step in number 2.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11537999 10/28/16 Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 4,219 WV E EZEARL Campfire Tracker EZEARL Campfire Tracker E Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 4,219 WV I've got one like you describe. It's by Uncle Mike's. I use it on my heavy 9.3 Mauser. Works GOOD to distribute the weight. Butler Creek has them now: https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1168417417/butler-creek-easy-rider-sling-neoprene Last edited by EZEARL; 10/28/16.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11538061 10/28/16 Joined: Jun 2010 Posts: 13,921 PA moosemike Campfire Outfitter moosemike Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jun 2010 Posts: 13,921 PA Uncle Mike's

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11538083 10/28/16 Joined: Nov 2015 Posts: 468 Alabama N N2TRKYS Campfire Member N2TRKYS Campfire Member N Joined: Nov 2015 Posts: 468 Alabama I only use Browning X-Cellerator slings on all my rifles and shotguns. I use them because they're functional and very easily adjustable. They just work.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11538090 10/28/16 Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 1,258 TN J_Scott Campfire Regular J_Scott Campfire Regular Joined: Jan 2003 Posts: 1,258 TN Why? Functional and no drama. https://www.amazon.com/Butler-Creek-Mountain-Swivel-4-Inch/dp/B0002IOB0K

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle J_Scott #11538186 10/28/16 Joined: Oct 2003 Posts: 12,664 West Virginia D Dave_in_WV Campfire Outfitter Dave_in_WV Campfire Outfitter D Joined: Oct 2003 Posts: 12,664 West Virginia Butler Creek mountain slings. They're easy to fold up and put in a pocket. I usually don't have a sling on my rifles when hunting. The Karma bus always has an empty seat when it comes around.- High Brass There's battle lines being drawn Nobody's right if everybody's wrong

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11538205 10/28/16 Joined: Jul 2014 Posts: 2,556 Nebraska S sbhooper Campfire Regular sbhooper Campfire Regular S Joined: Jul 2014 Posts: 2,556 Nebraska I have several different ones, but my elk rifle is wearing one that I bought from Hillhamhawk on here. Nice sling. You did not "seen" anything, you "saw" it. A "creek" has water in it, a "crick" is what you get in your neck. Liberals with guns are nothing but hypocrites.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11538286 10/28/16 Joined: May 2014 Posts: 10,407 NE South Dakota Bugger Campfire Outfitter Bugger Campfire Outfitter Joined: May 2014 Posts: 10,407 NE South Dakota Arthritis and bersitus - a nice soft sling, wide and with cushion - make the rifle light too. (Unless really big game is in the menu) I used to use my sling for an aid in aiming. Arthritis and bersitus over rules the need for the sling to be a sighting aid. I read a magazine article that says if you don't use your sling for a sighting aid you're a ...., I guess I don't recall exact wording, but it wasn't complimentary. I wonder what that author will think when he is old and takes aspirin, bufferin, & arthritis medicine on a daily basis. I prefer classic. Semper Fi I used to run with the hare. Now I'm envious of the tortoise and I do my own stunts but rarely intentionally

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11538338 10/28/16 Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 4,219 WV E EZEARL Campfire Tracker EZEARL Campfire Tracker E Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 4,219 WV Bugger, Do your body a favor and try one of these: https://www.midwayusa.com/product/1168417417/butler-creek-easy-rider-sling-neoprene Last edited by EZEARL; 10/28/16.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11538357 10/28/16 Joined: Feb 2016 Posts: 17,817 Armpit of midwest H hookeye Campfire Ranger hookeye Campfire Ranger H Joined: Feb 2016 Posts: 17,817 Armpit of midwest My deer rifle wears an old Bucheimer.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11538363 10/29/16 Joined: Feb 2016 Posts: 17,817 Armpit of midwest H hookeye Campfire Ranger hookeye Campfire Ranger H Joined: Feb 2016 Posts: 17,817 Armpit of midwest Still have my Bianchi double suede Cobra ('76). Looked great on my #1B........and varminting, wide sling is nice for the lug back to the truck. Get another B with killer wood eventually........sling is waiting. Looks very good for its age. Think $25 back when new.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11538371 10/29/16 Joined: Dec 2011 Posts: 10,972 NW Alabama R R_H_Clark Campfire Outfitter R_H_Clark Campfire Outfitter R Joined: Dec 2011 Posts: 10,972 NW Alabama These will keep a rifle on my shoulder better than anything I have ever used before including slings with rubber and neoprene pads. http://www.specialtyoutdoorproducts.com/ This company told me that they started making this sling because they had CS problems from this company. http://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/20...w-slogan-outdoors-ultraflex-rifle-sling/ I'll be using a Butler Creek mountain sling simply to save a little weight. I don't climb mountains on extended backpacking hunting trips but I see no reason to use a heavier sling.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11538374 10/29/16 Joined: Feb 2016 Posts: 17,817 Armpit of midwest H hookeye Campfire Ranger hookeye Campfire Ranger H Joined: Feb 2016 Posts: 17,817 Armpit of midwest Most times my rifle is in my hand (bad neck). If carried over the shoulder, those Butler Creek "Safari" jobs do add comfort. A little "give" is pretty sweet.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11538376 10/29/16 Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 28,235 W. Texas J JGRaider Campfire Ranger JGRaider Campfire Ranger J Joined: Aug 2005 Posts: 28,235 W. Texas Slogan Outdoors It is irrelevant what you think. What matters is the TRUTH.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle BobinNH #11538445 10/29/16 Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 10,653 Badger State roundoak Campfire Outfitter roundoak Campfire Outfitter Joined: Dec 2009 Posts: 10,653 Badger State Originally Posted by BobinNH Brownell Latigo Good for carry and I can sling up with it to shoot if needed. I use the pre-Latigo and Latigo. Pre-Latigo was called Latigo/Conway and it is on my Ruger 77 7x57 every season. Every once in awhile I freshen it up with Picards boot oil. You're Welcome At My Fire Anytime

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11538651 10/29/16 Joined: Aug 2010 Posts: 48,017 Battle Born B bsa1917hunter Campfire 'Bwana bsa1917hunter Campfire 'Bwana B Joined: Aug 2010 Posts: 48,017 Battle Born Nice tanger round oak. Sorry, sounds like something a 270 shooter would say.. Originally Posted by raybass I try to stick with the basics, they do so well. Nothing fancy mind you, just plain jane will get it done with style. Originally Posted by Pharmseller You want to see an animal drop right now? Shoot him in the ear hole. BSA MAGA

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11538691 10/29/16 Joined: Jul 2007 Posts: 15,816 M Mackay_Sagebrush Campfire Ranger Mackay_Sagebrush Campfire Ranger M Joined: Jul 2007 Posts: 15,816 I use a 2 point VTAC sling, same as on my M4s. It allows me to be hands free when hiking. It also allows me to have the rifle rest comfortable in front of me, with a heavy pack on and use my hands to use walking sticks, or pull myself up a hill using vegetation, or kneel without worrying about banging the rifle on something. THE CHAIR IS AGAINST THE WALL. The Tikka T3 in .308 Winchester is the Glock 19 of the rifle world. The website is up and running! www.lostriverammocompany.com

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle Bearcat74 #11538735 10/29/16 Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 5,464 jennings lodge, oregon Oregonmuley Campfire Tracker Oregonmuley Campfire Tracker Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 5,464 jennings lodge, oregon Originally Posted by Bearcat74 1" Montana Slings +10!! Simple - perfect!! "Rather hunt Mule deer than anything else" "Team 7MM-08"

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle bsa1917hunter #11538814 10/29/16 Joined: Nov 2002 Posts: 33,687 Either Texas or Idaho E EdM Campfire 'Bwana EdM Campfire 'Bwana E Joined: Nov 2002 Posts: 33,687 Either Texas or Idaho Originally Posted by bsa1917hunter I believe the ones I use are Uncle Mikes. The things I like about them: 1. Light 2. Functional 3. Quiet 4. Inexpensive 5. Extremely durable I'm not going to go all out on a rifle sling that I will barely use... That's the one I use and have for decades. I have removed the "buckles" at the swivels just sewing them permanently in place. This one sling gets moved to whatever rifle I happen to be using. Conduct is the best proof of character.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle TNrifleman #11538950 10/29/16 Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 4,699 Houston, TX T TXRam Campfire Tracker TXRam Campfire Tracker T Joined: Jan 2006 Posts: 4,699 Houston, TX Originally Posted by TNrifleman 1.25" Super Sling. I use Super Slings as well, both the 1" (light rifles) and 1.25" (standard sporters) versions. Easy to adjust, works great for carrying and for shooting, and lightweight.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11538983 10/29/16 Joined: Oct 2016 Posts: 101 L livefastjohnny Campfire Member livefastjohnny Campfire Member L Joined: Oct 2016 Posts: 101 Quake Claw's right now but only kind of happy with them. Nice non slip pad and easy adjustment, but they kind of cut into my ribs. Considering a VTAC "Hunter" model.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11539064 10/29/16 Joined: Jul 2005 Posts: 930 South Central Kansas 6 65X54 Campfire Regular 65X54 Campfire Regular 6 Joined: Jul 2005 Posts: 930 South Central Kansas Either a good quality 1907 or lately the Montana for ease and simplicity.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11539086 10/29/16 Joined: Oct 2015 Posts: 238 B buntingmiester Campfire Member buntingmiester Campfire Member B Joined: Oct 2015 Posts: 238 good old 1 1/4" canvas ( NOT NYLON ) GI sling, it is quiet, can sling up for for shot if no rest avaiable, and the best part= $ 14.00, at Appleseed store.............buntingmiester

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11539115 10/29/16 Joined: May 2005 Posts: 14,104 Boot Heel of New Mexico mudhen Campfire Outfitter mudhen Campfire Outfitter Joined: May 2005 Posts: 14,104 Boot Heel of New Mexico I use Brownells Latigos for most of my carrying rifles, but I have one Montana that I am trying. So far I don't like it nearly as well, but I haven't used it enough to really break it in yet. Ben Some days it takes most of the day for me to do practically nothing...

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle BobinNH #11539116 10/29/16 Joined: Nov 2013 Posts: 28,744 West of the Blue Ridge Pappy348 Campfire Ranger Pappy348 Campfire Ranger Joined: Nov 2013 Posts: 28,744 West of the Blue Ridge Originally Posted by BobinNH Brownell Latigo Good for carry and I can sling up with it to shoot if needed. We have a winner! I like Whelen-types as well, but don't see them much any more. Last edited by Pappy348; 10/29/16. What fresh Hell is this?

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11539131 10/29/16 Joined: Dec 2002 Posts: 32,143 OMAHA 260Remguy Campfire 'Bwana 260Remguy Campfire 'Bwana Joined: Dec 2002 Posts: 32,143 OMAHA I use rifle slings as carrying straps, not as shooting aids, so a simple and inexpensive sling made from 1" nylon webbing, with locking QD swivels, is my style of choice. CDNN has a Winchester branded 1" nylon webbing sling with locking "super" swivels for $5.24, their part # WIN99854. www.cdnnsports.com

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle VaHunter #11539190 10/29/16 Joined: Dec 2007 Posts: 10,258 Colorado Springs, CO Prwlr Campfire Outfitter Prwlr Campfire Outfitter Joined: Dec 2007 Posts: 10,258 Colorado Springs, CO Originally Posted by VaHunter All of my rifles have "Mountain Sling" as made by Butler Creek / Blackhawk. These are a little over 1" wide nylon with swivels built in and weigh hardly anything, plus they will not rot or mildew when wet. Best part is they can be had for less than $20.00 including swivels. +1 Also have a rough "rubbery" finish on the shoulder area which helps prevent slipping. Ed A person who asks a question is a fool for 5 minutes the person who never asks is a fool forever. The worst slaves are those that put the chains on themselves.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11539195 10/29/16 Joined: Jun 2001 Posts: 32,070 Kenai Peninsula, AK L las Campfire 'Bwana las Campfire 'Bwana L Joined: Jun 2001 Posts: 32,070 Kenai Peninsula, AK Cabala's Safari. I think that's what it is called. It is a cross body sling that can hip carry the rifle. Or cross carry it on chest or lap on an ATV or snow machine, or be adjusted for shoulder or back carry. A little harder to use as sling support when shooting than a shoulder strap, but achievable. I can usually find a rest anyway. I don't like an over-shoulder sling. This is like a combat sling I think. I can use it with a pack and have the rifle handy at hip or cross body in front for quick use, and control the muzzle with one hand while using the other for staff or terrain. Best of all I can let go of the rifle and use both hands to glass with while carrying a backpack and doing above activities without having to set the rifle down. See m sagebrush's post. Same MO. Last edited by las; 10/29/16. The only true cost of having a dog is its death.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle Dave_in_WV #11539319 10/29/16 Joined: Jun 2003 Posts: 42,601 Orange Park, Florida jorgeI Campfire 'Bwana jorgeI Campfire 'Bwana Joined: Jun 2003 Posts: 42,601 Orange Park, Florida Murray Custom Leather Sling. A good principle to guide me through life: “This is all I have come to expect, standard lackluster performance. Trust nothing, believe no one and realize it will only get worse…”

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle Pappy348 #11539349 10/29/16 Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 35,900 B BobinNH Campfire 'Bwana BobinNH Campfire 'Bwana B Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 35,900 Originally Posted by Pappy348 Originally Posted by BobinNH Brownell Latigo Good for carry and I can sling up with it to shoot if needed. We have a winner! I like Whelen-types as well, but don't see them much any more. Pappy only us older guys use a sling as a shooting aid anymore. My last NH buck was killed on a power line at 330 yards,and the only "rest" available (from the sit) was my Latigo . The 280 Remington is overbore. The 7 Rem Mag is over bore.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle BobinNH #11539360 10/29/16 Joined: Sep 2010 Posts: 19,179 Southern Arkansas J jwall Campfire Ranger jwall Campfire Ranger J Joined: Sep 2010 Posts: 19,179 Southern Arkansas Originally Posted by BobinNH My last NH buck was killed on a power line at 330 yards,and the only "rest" available (from the sit) was my Latigo . That's your own fault. You could have had 17 oz Stoney Point shooting sticks. Jerry jwall- *** 3100 guy*** A Flat Trajectory is Never a Handicap Speed is Trajectory's Friend !!

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle jwall #11539381 10/29/16 Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 35,900 B BobinNH Campfire 'Bwana BobinNH Campfire 'Bwana B Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 35,900 Jerry I had spent the previous few hours still hunting thick cover. As I frequently do I hunt cover during the day and move to locations for stands in late afternoon. I grab what's available for stand sights. Shooting sticks are excess baggage to New England hunters. You will not see many people lug them up here. That buck was chest hit twice with the sling. I doubt I could have made the shot without it. Not the first time I have used a sling on game. The 280 Remington is overbore. The 7 Rem Mag is over bore.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle Bearcat74 #11539386 10/29/16 Joined: May 2005 Posts: 17,133 Freedom Pugs Campfire Ranger Pugs Campfire Ranger Joined: May 2005 Posts: 17,133 Freedom Originally Posted by Bearcat74 1" Montana Slings Yep. Tried a lot and that's where I am now. If something on the internet makes you angry the odds are you're being manipulated

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11539392 10/29/16 Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 3,188 Upper East Tennessee T TomM1 Campfire Tracker TomM1 Campfire Tracker T Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 3,188 Upper East Tennessee Butler Creek Mountain Slings for my lightweight synthetics and Montana's for my woodys. Use to do some shooting from the sit with a military sling, always wanted to try the latigo, might have to scratch that itch. Stuck in airports, Terrorized Sent to meetings, Hypnotized Over-exposed, Commercialized Handle me with Care... -Traveling Wilbury's

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11539393 10/29/16 Joined: Sep 2008 Posts: 12,530 Blue Ridge M MagMarc Campfire Outfitter MagMarc Campfire Outfitter M Joined: Sep 2008 Posts: 12,530 Blue Ridge Another Montana user here.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11539553 10/29/16 Joined: Oct 2015 Posts: 420 MI F False_Cast Campfire Member False_Cast Campfire Member F Joined: Oct 2015 Posts: 420 MI Just got my first Montana sling and I like it a lot. I like my neoprene butler creek sling for my duck shotgun. I'd like to find a nylon mountain sling with sewn-in nickel or stainless swivels but they seem to have been discontinued.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle BobinNH #11539693 10/29/16 Joined: Jan 2001 Posts: 4,918 seattle, wa, usa O okie john Campfire Tracker okie john Campfire Tracker O Joined: Jan 2001 Posts: 4,918 seattle, wa, usa Originally Posted by BobinNH Brownell Latigo Good for carry and I can sling up with it to shoot if needed. Same here, and for the same reason. Okie John Originally Posted by Brad If Montana had a standing army, a 270 Win with Federal Blue Box 130's would be the standard issue.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11539723 10/29/16 Joined: Nov 2013 Posts: 28,744 West of the Blue Ridge Pappy348 Campfire Ranger Pappy348 Campfire Ranger Joined: Nov 2013 Posts: 28,744 West of the Blue Ridge I thought I had a picture of a Latigo on my 77/22 RSI that I could post, but when I checked on photobucket, it wasn't there so,I copied the link to this one instead. Hope no one minds. Lin Chi-ling, actress and Chinese super-model What fresh Hell is this?

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11539775 10/29/16 Joined: Feb 2004 Posts: 12,651 6491 Feet Above Sea Level Coyote_Hunter Campfire Outfitter Coyote_Hunter Campfire Outfitter Joined: Feb 2004 Posts: 12,651 6491 Feet Above Sea Level Non-slip with a little stretchy built-in. Don't use anything else anymore. Coyote Hunter - NRA Patriot Life, NRA Whittington Center Life, GOA, DAD - and I VOTE! No, I'm not a Ruger bigot - just an unabashed fan of their revolvers, M77's and #1's. A good .30-06 is a 99% solution.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11539911 10/29/16 Joined: Nov 2005 Posts: 302 Central Wa. N Nelson Campfire Member Nelson Campfire Member N Joined: Nov 2005 Posts: 302 Central Wa. I use the basic 1" Boonie Packer slings on my rifles. They work great for my needs.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11539930 10/29/16 Joined: Apr 2010 Posts: 10,825 South East Missouri tedthorn Campfire Outfitter tedthorn Campfire Outfitter Joined: Apr 2010 Posts: 10,825 South East Missouri 1" Murray leather that I bought two decades ago Maker of the Frankenstud Sling Keeper

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle Heym06 #11540525 10/30/16 Joined: Dec 2013 Posts: 189 LJB3 Campfire Member LJB3 Campfire Member Joined: Dec 2013 Posts: 189 Originally Posted by Heym06 Leather military style on most. Quick adjustable Boonie nylon with non slide rubber woven in the fabric on others. I like a sling as much as a shooting steady aid, as for carrying! No big wide cobra styles, or any with stretch that bounce when shouldering the rifle. +1!

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle LJB3 #11540552 10/30/16 Joined: Sep 2003 Posts: 14,807 Savage_99 Campfire Outfitter Savage_99 Campfire Outfitter Joined: Sep 2003 Posts: 14,807 On my classic favorite hunting rifle there is a braided leather sling. This rifle will only see good weather. It's a 30-06 1909 mauser with a octagon barrel.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle J_Scott #11540560 10/30/16 Joined: Jan 2010 Posts: 32,130 Somewhere between lost and fou... kingston Campfire 'Bwana kingston Campfire 'Bwana Joined: Jan 2010 Posts: 32,130 Somewhere between lost and fou... Originally Posted by J_Scott Why? Functional and no drama. https://www.amazon.com/Butler-Creek-Mountain-Swivel-4-Inch/dp/B0002IOB0K I got one of these from the misc. old holster, soft gun accessory, junk box at the LGS, it's about perfect! Originally Posted by 16penny If you put Taco Bell sauce in your ramen noodles it tastes just like poverty

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle Mackay_Sagebrush #11540569 10/30/16 Joined: Jan 2010 Posts: 32,130 Somewhere between lost and fou... kingston Campfire 'Bwana kingston Campfire 'Bwana Joined: Jan 2010 Posts: 32,130 Somewhere between lost and fou... Originally Posted by Mackay_Sagebrush I use a 2 point VTAC sling, same as on my M4s. It allows me to be hands free when hiking. It also allows me to have the rifle rest comfortable in front of me, with a heavy pack on and use my hands to use walking sticks, or pull myself up a hill using vegetation, or kneel without worrying about banging the rifle on something. How does that sling attach to the butt end? Originally Posted by 16penny If you put Taco Bell sauce in your ramen noodles it tastes just like poverty

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11540963 10/30/16 Joined: Jan 2014 Posts: 1,484 S specneeds Campfire Regular specneeds Campfire Regular S Joined: Jan 2014 Posts: 1,484 Deer rifle Ruger Tang safety 7mm RM uses an old braided leather model probably 20 years old camo duct tape reinforcing the attachment screws. Elk rifle Weatherby Vanguard 300Wby sports a new sling this year from SVL light weight synthetic rubber with a movable handle to make longer carries with different packs or clothing more comfortable on your hand. My packs allow me to stow the rifle when hauling meat or hiking in in the dark. Elk hunting I usually carry the trigger stick tripod for a rest but mostly use it as a walking stick. I like a number of the slings pictured here and have used a few. Strictly Western hunting so it is strange for me to carry a rifle without a sling any length of time, can't recall the sling hurting my ability to get a shot..... my mind, attention span, impatience you name it, but not the sling.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11541112 10/30/16 Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 526 masshole W Westernmassman Campfire Regular Westernmassman Campfire Regular W Joined: Jul 2008 Posts: 526 masshole Safari sling so that the rifle is sling across the front of my chest. Very handy for still hunting when my hands are in the upper hand warmer pockets of my Bean Jacket!

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle Westernmassman #11543236 10/31/16 Joined: May 2005 Posts: 17,133 Freedom Pugs Campfire Ranger Pugs Campfire Ranger Joined: May 2005 Posts: 17,133 Freedom Originally Posted by Westernmassman Safari sling so that the rifle is sling across the front of my chest. Very handy for still hunting when my hands are in the upper hand warmer pockets of my Bean Jacket! I've used them and liked them but they're a pain in the butt if using a bino harness. If something on the internet makes you angry the odds are you're being manipulated

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11543261 10/31/16 Joined: Aug 2002 Posts: 2,584 natman Campfire Regular natman Campfire Regular Joined: Aug 2002 Posts: 2,584 For all those complaining about slippery nylon slings (and rightly so), smear a couple of flat lines a foot or so long of RTV silicone seal into the side that contacts your shoulder. Once it dries it will provide just the right amount of traction without hindering the use of the sling for shooting. The result is a light, strong sling that won't stretch when wet.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle natman #11543564 10/31/16 Joined: Nov 2005 Posts: 1,943 D djb Campfire Regular djb Campfire Regular D Joined: Nov 2005 Posts: 1,943 No slings for me. I hate the things flopping around. I like my rifle where it is most handy when I am hunting...in my hands. I will carry one in a pack at times to sling up when I need to use both hands or am walking in the dark. When I do use a sling I am more of an oddball and prefer to sling over my head and weak side arm with the muzzle down and off to the side. The truth angers those whom it does not convince

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11543721 10/31/16 Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 2,139 3 300_savage Campfire Regular 300_savage Campfire Regular 3 Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 2,139 I like the Montana sling, and I put them on with the loop at the butt end like Oregonmuley. I use the loop against my upper arm for a pretty steady hasty sling. Not a Whelan, but it does make for steadier shooting.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11543875 10/31/16 Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 7,132 NW La. R Reloader7RM Campfire Tracker Reloader7RM Campfire Tracker R Joined: Sep 2005 Posts: 7,132 NW La. Butler Creek Neoprene are the most comfortable to me, but the Quake Claw slings hold your shoulder like no other.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11543889 10/31/16 Joined: May 2009 Posts: 17,260 Cheyenne, Wy Fotis Campfire Ranger Fotis Campfire Ranger Joined: May 2009 Posts: 17,260 Cheyenne, Wy This one. Use Nothing else! sling https://thehandloadinglog.wordpress.com μολὼν λαβέ "Weatherby was too long so I nicknamed it "Bee""

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle Oregonmuley #11544663 10/31/16 Joined: Nov 2007 Posts: 29,626 Mi. E efw Campfire Ranger efw Campfire Ranger E Joined: Nov 2007 Posts: 29,626 Mi. Originally Posted by Oregonmuley 1" Montana Slings +2 Uncle Mike's mountain sling w/ synthetic stocks...

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11544734 10/31/16 Joined: Apr 2009 Posts: 966 ID Riverhawk Campfire Regular Riverhawk Campfire Regular Joined: Apr 2009 Posts: 966 ID another 1" Montana user here...I've used a bunch of others over the years but once I tried the Montana, I ordered them for all of my hunting rifles

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11544814 10/31/16 Joined: Sep 2010 Posts: 2,558 Montucky M mtcurman Campfire Regular mtcurman Campfire Regular M Joined: Sep 2010 Posts: 2,558 Montucky Nothing but Montana slings for me.... Have both the 1" and 1.25" models, like them both, but really only use the 1.25" on heavier rifles.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11549121 11/02/16 Joined: Apr 2011 Posts: 151,108 Texas hanco Campfire Savant hanco Campfire Savant Joined: Apr 2011 Posts: 151,108 Texas Leather.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11549258 11/02/16 Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 20,885 Deer Park, Tx R Reloder28 Campfire Ranger Reloder28 Campfire Ranger R Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 20,885 Deer Park, Tx My rifles are all carried by the scope tube. Only slings I use are on my shotguns. "I never thought I'd live to see the day that a U.S. president would raise an army to invade his own country." Robert E. Lee

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11549421 11/02/16 Joined: Apr 2007 Posts: 3,362 Clute, Texas A agazain Campfire Tracker agazain Campfire Tracker A Joined: Apr 2007 Posts: 3,362 Clute, Texas Uncle Mike's style, mostly, with a few leather "cobra" slings.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle djb #11551706 11/03/16 Joined: Aug 2002 Posts: 2,584 natman Campfire Regular natman Campfire Regular Joined: Aug 2002 Posts: 2,584 Originally Posted by djb No slings for me. I hate the things flopping around. I like my rifle where it is most handy when I am hunting...in my hands. There are times when hunting when the snap shot is the order of the day. However for most rifle shooting the proper use of a sling greatly enhances accuracy. We obsess over accuracy details like COAL, bedding techniques and fine tuned handloads. Using a sling properly as a shooting aid will improve your practical field accuracy by more than all of those combined.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle djb #11551724 11/03/16 Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 35,900 B BobinNH Campfire 'Bwana BobinNH Campfire 'Bwana B Joined: Jan 2007 Posts: 35,900 Originally Posted by djb No slings for me. I hate the things flopping around. I like my rifle where it is most handy when I am hunting...in my hands. I will carry one in a pack at times to sling up when I need to use both hands or am walking in the dark. When I do use a sling I am more of an oddball and prefer to sling over my head and weak side arm with the muzzle down and off to the side. So if your rifle has a sling on it you can't carry it in your hands? The 280 Remington is overbore. The 7 Rem Mag is over bore.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11551725 11/03/16 Joined: Nov 2005 Posts: 23,077 Annapolis, Md. G gnoahhh Campfire Ranger gnoahhh Campfire Ranger G Joined: Nov 2005 Posts: 23,077 Annapolis, Md. Leather M1907-style, 1 1/4" or 1". Mainly because all of my rifles were born before WWII and, to my sense of aesthetics, they just look right with that style of sling. Besides, they work. Usually though, the slings ride in my daypack or game pocket. Last edited by gnoahhh; 11/03/16. "You can lead a man to logic, but you cannot make him think." Joe Harz "Always certain, often right." Keith McCafferty

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle R_H_Clark #11552193 11/03/16 Joined: Sep 2010 Posts: 3,997 Cave Creek, AZ Blacktailer Campfire Tracker Blacktailer Campfire Tracker Joined: Sep 2010 Posts: 3,997 Cave Creek, AZ Originally Posted by R_H_Clark These will keep a rifle on my shoulder better than anything I have ever used before including slings with rubber and neoprene pads. http://www.specialtyoutdoorproducts.com/ This company told me that they started making this sling because they had CS problems from this company. http://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/20...w-slogan-outdoors-ultraflex-rifle-sling/ I'll be using a Butler Creek mountain sling simply to save a little weight. I don't climb mountains on extended backpacking hunting trips but I see no reason to use a heavier sling. I bought a couple of the Specialty Outdoor Products slings a couple of years ago when he had a booth at the Sacramento Sportsmans show. One went on my varmint rifle which weighs about 9 1/2 lbs that I carry everyday on my hikes and the other went on a lighter hunting rifle. They don't EVER slip and have just enough give to be comfortable while not being bouncy. Also putting it over both shoulders allows both hands to be used if you need to climb or when riding the ATV. Plus they are wide enough to be comfortable without being bulky. I've tried a lot of others and still own them but like these best. I am continually astounded at how quickly people make up their minds on little evidence or none at all. Jack O'Connor

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11552437 11/03/16 Joined: Mar 2005 Posts: 26,219 West Slope of Colorado A alpinecrick Campfire Ranger alpinecrick Campfire Ranger A Joined: Mar 2005 Posts: 26,219 West Slope of Colorado All my serious hunting rifles have Safari Slings. Much quicker to employ, easier to carry the rifle, and I can always see the muzzle. Everybody looks askance at my setup when they first see it, but after following me for a day or two a lot of them order a Safari Sling. Casey Casey Not being married to any particular political party sure makes it a lot easier to look at the world more objectively... Having said that, MAGA.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle alpinecrick #11552494 11/03/16 Joined: Sep 2008 Posts: 853 Texas T Tip926 Campfire Regular Tip926 Campfire Regular T Joined: Sep 2008 Posts: 853 Texas Murray and Montana

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11552997 11/03/16 Joined: Mar 2011 Posts: 4,963 Wisconsin C CowboyTim Campfire Tracker CowboyTim Campfire Tracker C Joined: Mar 2011 Posts: 4,963 Wisconsin Mostly Montana slings, I also have a couple 1907 slings from Bandera USA that I really like. VERY nice slings for a good price and USA made. Mauser Rescue Society Founder, President, and Chairman I don't always shoot Mausers, but when I do...I prefer VZ-24s. jdi do píči

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11553294 11/03/16 Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 2,343 S.E Alaska tkinak Campfire Regular tkinak Campfire Regular Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 2,343 S.E Alaska Butler Creek Alaskan Magnums. The neoprene and the non slip make them easy on the shoulder. The shell holder is handy also. http://www.cabelas.com/product/Butl...ri4yyjtACFRKJfgodlzgIhA&gclsrc=aw.ds

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11553650 11/03/16 Joined: Oct 2000 Posts: 30,265 Brad Campfire 'Bwana Brad Campfire 'Bwana Joined: Oct 2000 Posts: 30,265 For over 20 years, formerly Uncle Mike's, now Butler Creek, Mountain Sling. The ultimate in KISS. “Perfection is Achieved Not When There Is Nothing More to Add, But When There Is Nothing Left to Take Away” Antoine de Saint-Exupery

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11554172 11/04/16 Joined: Apr 2012 Posts: 353 SE, PA S SD65 Campfire Member SD65 Campfire Member S Joined: Apr 2012 Posts: 353 SE, PA For my wood stocked rifles, they usually wear a leather sling of some sort like the Montana Sling for a vintage look. My wet weather synthetic and stainless rifles wear nylon slings for durability in adverse weather. Heavy barreled get a padded nylon sling for durability and to distribute/support the weight of rifle while slung on shoulder. SD [img:center][/img]

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11554896 11/04/16 Joined: Sep 2009 Posts: 3,409 West Virginia O OldRooster Campfire Tracker OldRooster Campfire Tracker O Joined: Sep 2009 Posts: 3,409 West Virginia SD, what chambering is the CZ? I use an old Gander Mountain with great grippy stuff on the back side. I just picked up a new Butler Creek plain black stretch sling. The stretch slings are great for humping a rifle around these mountains. Also good when dragging a deer out. Nothing more frustrating than a sling too short to go across your chest and too slippery to stay on your shoulder.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11555980 11/04/16 Joined: Apr 2012 Posts: 353 SE, PA S SD65 Campfire Member SD65 Campfire Member S Joined: Apr 2012 Posts: 353 SE, PA OR, 6.5 Swede! SD

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle cal74 #11556222 11/05/16 Joined: Mar 2005 Posts: 11,680 MOGC Campfire Outfitter MOGC Campfire Outfitter Joined: Mar 2005 Posts: 11,680 Originally Posted by cal74 I really like Vero Vellini, have tried a handful of others but have a few of these and I'll swap them around as needed. https://www.vero-vellini.com/collections/vero-vellini-air-cushion-slings Vero Vellini is excellent. Every normal man must be tempted, at times, to spit on his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle MOGC #11556340 11/05/16 Joined: Sep 2009 Posts: 3,409 West Virginia O OldRooster Campfire Tracker OldRooster Campfire Tracker O Joined: Sep 2009 Posts: 3,409 West Virginia Originally Posted by MOGC Originally Posted by cal74 I really like Vero Vellini, have tried a handful of others but have a few of these and I'll swap them around as needed. https://www.vero-vellini.com/collections/vero-vellini-air-cushion-slings Vero Vellini is excellent. Nice looking slings.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11557108 11/05/16 Joined: Feb 2011 Posts: 1,082 B Biggs300 Campfire Regular Biggs300 Campfire Regular B Joined: Feb 2011 Posts: 1,082 Slogan Outdoors for me as well. They are light weight, stay on your shoulder and the rubber remains very flexible even when extremely cold. Start young, hunt hard, and enjoy God's bounty.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11557112 11/05/16 Joined: Jun 2010 Posts: 13,921 PA moosemike Campfire Outfitter moosemike Campfire Outfitter Joined: Jun 2010 Posts: 13,921 PA I have several leather Kassnar's.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle Pappy348 #11557527 11/05/16 Joined: May 2008 Posts: 330 L LJB Campfire Member LJB Campfire Member L Joined: May 2008 Posts: 330 Originally Posted by Pappy348 Originally Posted by BobinNH Brownell Latigo Good for carry and I can sling up with it to shoot if needed. We have a winner! I like Whelen-types as well, but don't see them much any more. Brownell Latigo for me too

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11557695 11/05/16 Joined: Jul 2005 Posts: 1,416 Eastern part of W. Texas! Bbear Campfire Regular Bbear Campfire Regular Joined: Jul 2005 Posts: 1,416 Eastern part of W. Texas! On my 264 is an old Boyt Harness Leather 2" sling. My 6.5x55 has the Boyt Harness 1" sling. The rest are either Outdoor Connection 1" nylon slings or a Butler Creek non-slip 2" sling. Support your local Friends of NRA - supporting Youth Shooting Sports for more than 20 years. Neither guns nor Liberals have a brain. Whatever you do, Pay it Forward. - Kids are the future of the hunting and shooting world.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11558165 11/06/16 Joined: Jul 2003 Posts: 499 N.E. Georgia Crowkiller Campfire Member Crowkiller Campfire Member Joined: Jul 2003 Posts: 499 N.E. Georgia I use a mountain sling, or a homemade nylon sling similar to the Pronghorn sling, but much lighter. TANSTAAFL

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle SD65 #11558286 11/06/16 Joined: Sep 2009 Posts: 3,409 West Virginia O OldRooster Campfire Tracker OldRooster Campfire Tracker O Joined: Sep 2009 Posts: 3,409 West Virginia Originally Posted by SD65 OR, 6.5 Swede! SD 👍👍😎

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11559328 11/06/16 Joined: Feb 2010 Posts: 16,076 G gregintenn Campfire Ranger gregintenn Campfire Ranger G Joined: Feb 2010 Posts: 16,076 On the odd occasion I carry a rifle with a sling, I use an old m1 carbine sling. My lever rifles all go slingless.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11559642 11/06/16 Joined: Feb 2010 Posts: 17,927 1 16bore Campfire Ranger 16bore Campfire Ranger 1 Joined: Feb 2010 Posts: 17,927 Old Butler Creek Comfort Techs. Have 4 in reserve and haven't found anything I like better to date..

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11561408 11/07/16 Joined: Apr 2008 Posts: 243 Overgaard, AZ S StrayHorse Campfire Member StrayHorse Campfire Member S Joined: Apr 2008 Posts: 243 Overgaard, AZ Brownell Latigo

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11562136 11/07/16 Joined: Jan 2005 Posts: 22,884 D DakotaDeer Campfire Ranger DakotaDeer Campfire Ranger D Joined: Jan 2005 Posts: 22,884 UMike's/Butler Creek Mountain Slings for us.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11575776 11/11/16 Joined: Apr 2011 Posts: 1,468 Kansas southwind Campfire Regular southwind Campfire Regular Joined: Apr 2011 Posts: 1,468 Kansas I have and like Montana's, I like good old 1907 slings, but my favorite has become this canvas and leather sling from Trader Keith's made by Galco. Locks up tight in the Hasty position, comfortable to carry.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11576614 11/11/16 Joined: Jun 2005 Posts: 2,198 Phoenix MikeS Campfire Regular MikeS Campfire Regular Joined: Jun 2005 Posts: 2,198 Phoenix Latigo 95% of the time. Uncle Mikes Mountain Sling only if I'm certain I won't be slinging up and want to save some weight. Too close for irons, switching to scope...

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11576656 11/11/16 Joined: Mar 2005 Posts: 4,999 C carbon12 Campfire Tracker carbon12 Campfire Tracker C Joined: Mar 2005 Posts: 4,999 For rifles that lack sling swivels, this one. Home made, patterned after one I saw on a Kentucky style muzzle loader.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle natman #11578134 11/11/16 Joined: Jul 2005 Posts: 12,522 Radcliff, Kentucky R ratsmacker Campfire Outfitter ratsmacker Campfire Outfitter R Joined: Jul 2005 Posts: 12,522 Radcliff, Kentucky Originally Posted by natman For all those complaining about slippery nylon slings (and rightly so), smear a couple of flat lines a foot or so long of RTV silicone seal into the side that contacts your shoulder. Once it dries it will provide just the right amount of traction without hindering the use of the sling for shooting. The result is a light, strong sling that won't stretch when wet. I used Shoe Goo on GI nylon slings, they're light, quiet, and cheap. Nothing much to look at, but they're sure helpful when you have to drag a deer very far. You can roll a turd in peanuts, dip it in chocolate, and it still ain't no damn Baby Ruth.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle Blacktailer #11612779 11/26/16 Joined: Dec 2015 Posts: 8,069 Kansas skeen Campfire Outfitter skeen Campfire Outfitter Joined: Dec 2015 Posts: 8,069 Kansas Originally Posted by Blacktailer Originally Posted by R_H_Clark These will keep a rifle on my shoulder better than anything I have ever used before including slings with rubber and neoprene pads. http://www.specialtyoutdoorproducts.com/ This company told me that they started making this sling because they had CS problems from this company. http://www.thetruthaboutguns.com/20...w-slogan-outdoors-ultraflex-rifle-sling/ I'll be using a Butler Creek mountain sling simply to save a little weight. I don't climb mountains on extended backpacking hunting trips but I see no reason to use a heavier sling. I bought a couple of the Specialty Outdoor Products slings a couple of years ago when he had a booth at the Sacramento Sportsmans show. One went on my varmint rifle which weighs about 9 1/2 lbs that I carry everyday on my hikes and the other went on a lighter hunting rifle. They don't EVER slip and have just enough give to be comfortable while not being bouncy. Also putting it over both shoulders allows both hands to be used if you need to climb or when riding the ATV. Plus they are wide enough to be comfortable without being bulky. I've tried a lot of others and still own them but like these best. +3 on the Specialty Outdoors "Ultimate rifle Sling." The best part is they do not slip off your shoulder. I have them on 5 different guns and may never buy anything else. Also like the fact that it's a small business based in Michigan and you get a hand-written thank you with each order. Small detail, but, nice.

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11614518 11/27/16 Joined: May 2009 Posts: 590 L longbarrel Campfire Regular longbarrel Campfire Regular L Joined: May 2009 Posts: 590 I have used the Uncle Mike's 1.25" nylon with rubberized coating inside, 101 g with steel super swivels. Just got an Outdoor Connection Raptor Brute with wide shoulder pad area, rubberized inside, integral plastic swivels, 102g. NRA Benefactor Life Member NAHC Life Member

Re: Rifle Slings whats on your Rifle ScottyO #11666510 12/17/16 Joined: Oct 2007 Posts: 14 Colorado U USMC New Member USMC New Member U Joined: Oct 2007 Posts: 14 Colorado www.turnersling.com