Tactical one point sling

[kestak]

Greetings,

Just bought an AR-15 to my wife. I am more of a "hunting rifle type sling".

May someone points me on a good one point sling/ where to attach it and what it is needed to attach it?

She wants to carry the gun in front of her muzzle down.

Thank you

 

[highorder]

She wants to carry the gun in front of her muzzle down.

Then I would use a 2 point sling. I have a 5.11 2-point that I like.

I tried the single point sling for a while, attached behind the receiver. The gun was always banging into me. A 2 point allows you to carry with some retention, but still shoot with support.

ymmv.

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http://www.511tactical.com/browse/H...ries/Slings/D/30000/P/1:100:50000:50800:50812

 

[franconialocal]

+1 on 5.11 gear
I'll post the link

http://www.511tactical.com/Shop

They should have something that works for you!

 

[HorseSoldier]

Single points look cool on the range, but are pretty close to worthless if you ever have to do anything dynamic or hands-free.

A good adjustable two point sling like the Vickers models sold by Blue Force Gear or the Viking Tactics model are much better choices, in my opinion. You can loosen them up to the point where you can let the weapon hang muzzle down, and you can also cinch them up in an instant if you actually need to do something where you don't want an uncontrolled muzzle flopping all over the place. And you can even, in a pinch, use them to sling the weapon over your shoulder for extended carry or whatever. Pretty much the best option out there, in terms of functionality and versatility, and don't cost anything more than a quality single point.

 

[KBintheSLC]

May someone points me on a good one point sling/ where to attach it and what it is needed to attach it?

I have a good one point sling... wanna buy it? To be serious, I do have one and I don't care for it one bit. It has no practical use. The rifle swings and flops around too much when it is released. A two or three point sling is the only way to go IMHO.

 

[Cyborg13454]

Original SOE Gear makes great stuff and has one point, two point, and convertible 1/2 point slings. Their webside it www.originalsoegear.com
The only place I know of that has the slings in stock is www.tacticalresponsegear.com

 

[Jeff82]

My next sling will be a Vickers two point.

http://www.botachtactical.com/blfovisl.html

 

[briansmithwins]

A good adjustable two point sling like the Vickers models sold by Blue Force Gear.

+1

I have one. It works very nice and is very flexible.

My other favorite sling is the Israeli universal sling. Easy to install on just about anything.

With some things, simple is better. BSW

 

[Norinco982lover]

My next sling will either be a vickers quick adjust 2 points or a homemade sling...

I made a 3 point a week or two back that is very good for carrying muzzle down.

I made a 2 point sling but I don't know how to use it (for real tho...a link would be helpful).

 

[Destructo6]

The best 2-point sling that I've used is the Viking Tactics (Vtac) sling. It quick adjusts, so you can have it tight to your body for climbing, searching badguys, etc or you can loosen it for shooting in just a second.

5.11 makes a version of the Vtac, but, imo, it adds useless stuff to it.

The Blue Force Vickers is similar, but I much prefer the padded Vtac.

I've tried single point slings on M4s, UMPs, and my SIG556, but keep going back to the Vtac 2-point.

 

[TexasRifleman]

Pretty much THE writeup for tactical slings I think, by Zak.

http://demigodllc.com/articles/tactical-slings/

 

[Acera]

Don't count out the single points, they have some strong advantages. The sling seen in these pictures was purchased from SOG armory in Houston. This is the first of two needed to complete the tour. It did wear out. But as you can see in the second picture, it's a personal preference. The NCO has a different set up.

Go with what works for you.

http://www.sogarmory.com/Product.aspx?ProductId=102668&Catid=55&ParentId=-1





BTW that is not me (That platoon leader and I have the same last name ), I did purchase the actual sling in the pictures. It was part of the preparation for his deployment, and resupply from home.

 

[X-Rap]

Another poor country boy living in the handgun free zone, NYS. I have one of those too.
Is he back? Thank him for his service. Mine just left on sat. I may need some recomendations on resupply later.

 

[Acera]

Yes X-Rap, he is back. Got plenty of time at a "Gentleman's club" upon his return, lol. The family is extremely proud of his service, as is anyone who meets him. He is about to go to the Captains course, leaving the infantry behind for new challenges. Good news for your piece of mind is that they are not patrolling the city streets every day like he did. From what he has said the folks stay in the FOBs now, only going out rarely. Which is is not happy with, he got to know the neighborhood and it's people, which helped with the hearts and minds thing.

Hopefully your soldier will come back as safe and sound as he did. Feel free to ask any questions you may have, PM in necessary.

 

[KBintheSLC]

Acera,

Its nice to see a single point sling with evidence of real practical use. I have almost given up on mine. The part that gets me is when I have to let go of the rifle and switch to pistol while moving. The rifle just flops around, and bangs my knees. How did you overcome this issue? Another problem is that when I shoot the rifle, I have zero support/stabilization from the sling. It is equivalent to not having a sling at all. What are your thoughts based on your experience?

 

[Zak Smith]

Here's an overview of sling types and use, with advantages and drawbacks of different types


article | Tactical Slings

 

[Heck]

I love my Vtac

 

[HorseSoldier]

Its nice to see a single point sling with evidence of real practical use.

Pictures just demonstrate it's good for standing around -- start running/jumping/climbing and your knees and testicles will put in for a restraining order against you the moment you need both hands to do whatever you're doing. Likewise, try going hands on with some guy you're PUC'ing and the single point demonstrates another place where it just doesn't shine.

If you know for a fact you're going to always be able to keep one hand on your weapon under any and all circumstances, no matter how dynamic, it's a good option. But the adjustable two point can do everything a single point can do plus work in those situations where the single point is beating you up or dangerously uncontrolled and in the way.

 

[Acera]

KBintheSLC asked,

What are your thoughts based on your experience?

I have zero combat experience with one. I cannot address any of the issues personally. From my conversations with the soldier in the pictures. They do not have a lot of time to really strap in with the sling for precision shooting. It seems to happen pretty quickly and getting rounds out is a priority. Not real sure they even teach proper sling usage anymore in the Army. (I know they did not when I was in during the first of our many visits over there.) Second, it worked for what he did, patrolling the streets of Baghdad. He liked it so much, he got a second one after wearing the first one out.

He has not mentioned of an instance where he had to go to his pistol under duress. We have talked about failures of the rifle, and he has had none. Growing up in a shooting family, he fully understands the importance of a properly maintained firearm, and from what he has said, his troopers and NCOs now know that also. Don't think he was in many drills over there, where he could practice dropping the rifle and switching to the pistol.

I think this thread highlights a lot of what is supposed to happen and does not, how combat is a little different from training or 3 gun shooting. May be indicative of bad habits and poor rifle discipline, but it worked for him and that is all that matters to me. Every single one of his soldiers came home to their families, so he did something right. It goes back to what works best for him, and you. I very seldom rely totally on what others say is the way to go, but look at all the options and make a selection based on my needs, and preference.

I would have cashed in the 401K for a 2, 3 or 100 point sling if he had asked for one. He did not.

Being in his particular situation, at that particular time, fighting in the streets and rooftops of that particular neighborhood, wearing that particular set of body armor, with his unique frame, armed with that particular rifle/pistol combination, carrying his unique battle load, and doing his particular job..............the single point worked well.

I don't think it is the end all, or the only choice, or even the best choice all the time. But don't slam others for using it, or thinking it works well for them.

I was able to talk to him today, and he is glad to be home. Still likes the sling, and wanted to know where this thread was. Hopefully he will register and post his opinion on here. (He might even do it to tell you that I am FOS )

 

[John Parker]

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