Rifle sling question

[Slater]

Many (most?) synthetic slings on the market today are made from some flavor of nylon. Others are made from polypropylene. What (if any) advantages does this material have over nylon?

 

[Bazoo]

I’m interested myself. I have a cotton webbing sling I made. I like natural materials.

 

[Skylerbone]

Poly is stronger than nylon but the advantage in a sling is that nylon has less friction and conforms better. Honestly though, neither is a bad choice if they do what’s required.

Leather and cotton still have a place, again where appropriate.

 

[herrwalther]

I would have to look but I think only one of my slings is made from polypropylene. It is a padded hunting sling I got off the shelf at Wal-Mart when I needed something going on a last minute hunting trip. My primary concern is how well it would repel water. Most nylon blends will soak up water, but they dry quickly. This padding doesn't feel like it would dry well.

 

[Bartojc]

I’ve never thought about it much. I have one leather sling I move between all my bolt hunting rifles. I have one Magpul MS1 that I rotate between two ARs. I’ve had the leather sling about 30 years and used it to carry a rifle dozens of miles over the years. Leather will absorb water, do not throw it in a case with your rifle after being out in the rain.

I’d guess something synthetic would shed moisture better. I can’t imagine it would weather any better than leather.


Jeff

 

[Hugger-4641]

Nylon will last longer and tolerate heat better than poly, especially if exposed to sunlight or strong uv for extended periods.

 

[jmr40]

The "rubber" type slings have a little give to them and typically are wider across the shoulder area. That helps somewhat with a heavier rifle. They also tend to be heavier themselves which in my mind makes any rifle heaver to carry around. There are places to lose weight and the sling is one of them. Also, a heaver sling will sway back and forth enough to make offhand shooting more difficult if you're not supported. As the sling moves from side to side so will the rifle.

I prefer a simple, narrow nylon strap with a grippy surface to prevent it from sliding off my shoulder. OR... a leather Montana sling. If you get the narrow Montana sling it isn't particularly heavy and adds a touch of class. And if you treat it properly will last a lifetime. I have leather boots that are 15 years old. No reason a leather sling won't last even longer.

This is the only nylon sling I've found that I like. It has a grippy area to keep it on my shoulder. I have 2-3 of these.

Mountain Sling With Swivel Black : BUTLER CREEK MOUNTAIN SLING WITH SWIVEL | Brownells

Montana Sling. My preferred type. It isn't much heavier than nylon, and a lot lighter than the rubberized ones.

Brown 1 1/4 Inch Sling Sewn – Montana Slings (montana-slings.myshopify.com)

Stuff like this I avoid.

Quake Claw Flush Cup Sling Swivels Nylon Sand Camo (midwayusa.com)

Allen Big Game Rifle Sling Swivels Suede Leather Brown (midwayusa.com)

 

[Hugger-4641]

I have a couple of those Butler Creek slings, I like them as well. I do have poly slings on a couple of my 22lr.

 

[Skylerbone]

My basic M1907 style has been in use since I got my first rifle at 14. 35 years old and still used every hunting season in addition to range time.

 

[jonc]

Check out the galco safari ching sling. Learn to use it as a shooting aid. I don't like nylon as they slip too easily. Good luck

 

[.45Coltguy]

I have a couple of those Butler Creek slings, I like them as well. I do have poly slings on a couple of my 22lr.

Yep, have a few of the Butler Creek Comfort Stretch slings. Seem to work fine.

 

[CoalCrackerAl]

I like leather the most. My Mosin has a canvas sling. I like it too. 80 year old sling and it's still in good shape.

 

[armedwalleye]

I have several Browning nylon slings with a sliding adjustment. They seem to work well for me in both functions; first as a carry aid and second as a shooting aid

 

[OneFreeTexan]

You mean they make slings out of something besides leather? I like leather and use it pretty much as a shooting aid..

 

[berettaprofessor]

My favorite is this one, I like the one hand adjustment thumb loop: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B000H92L2Y/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1