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My Dad and I are planning an Elk hunt in Montana. It sounds like we could be in some pretty steep country and I was wondering what some of you folks prefer in a rifle sling. I'm looking for something that will give me both hands free to help with climbing and generally navigating in steeper landscapes. Brad **************************The two enemies of the people are criminals and government, so let us tie the second down with the chains of the Constitution so the second will not become the legalized version of the first. | ||
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My one and only sling for all of my rifles is a 1" Murray Quick Set with Tallon connections. When I need hands free cary I just go over my back with the rifle and across the chest with the sling. ________________________________________________ Maker of The Frankenstud Sling Keeper Proudly made in the USA Acepting all forms of payment | |||
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I have a few different slings, and about the only thing they have in common is they are all synthetic and have QD swivels. If you are doing a lot of walking with a heavier rifle I do like the Quake Claw slings, but most of my hunting I prefer to have the gun in my hands so I just use a 1" sling that I can take off the gun and carry in my pocket but I can put it on if I need to use both hands. for every hour in front of the computer you should have 3 hours outside | |||
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Also, the reason I like the Quake sling is that not only do the pads spread out the load a bit but the rubber is pretty "sticky" and it isn't always sliding off your shoulder when your hands are busy. for every hour in front of the computer you should have 3 hours outside | |||
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I like the Vero Velleni padded sling, like the Quake sling Mark mentioned, they 'grip' a bit and don't slide around a lot, and their cushioned constructions makes the rifle not seem as heavy to me on a long walk with the rifle over my shoulder. It works well when slinging the rifle over your back, holds there solidly without shifting as well, have put it there when climbing around and such many times. I have a bunch of the 'deluxe rifle slings' all in black--I'm a little boring on the colors I guess... Vero Vellini catalog | |||
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While I like the look of leather slings (And Dick Murray's are top notch), I detest them for actual hunting in any sort of mountain terrain. they are heavier than they need to be, don't stay on the shoulder well, and are susceptible to breakage if soaked in rain. I have just as much contempt for any sling with a huge pad on it. They look like a huge maxi-pad stuck on the sling to me, and are absolutely worthless of using as a shooting aid. I used to make my own slings from nylon webbing bought at REI, any more I only use Uncle Mike's Mountain slings. They are light, strong and have a "grip strip" sewn in so they never slip off your shoulder. They are also very flexible, and work great of a hasty sling. | |||
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Right on!  Good posting. Vero Vellini slings are what I use, after trying a lot of others. | |||
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another vote for Murray. Those who pound their swords into plowshares will be plowing for those of us who don't | |||
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Several of my rifles are a little barrel heavy and for them I only use the Quake Claw. It is the only one that I can use without worring about the rifle slipping. I think the ideal sling would be the one they used to advertise on the outdoor channel. Some kind of thermoplastic rubber. Would stretch and seperate for backback type carry. I can't remember the name but he made bow slings too. God Bless, Louis | |||
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Might want to take a look at Cabela's "safari sling". I have a couple of them and they definitely allow you to use your hands. Makes it nice if you are going to use a walking stick. I bought one of those seat belt pads at a local auto store to give the strap a little extra cushion and it works well for a padded rest if you are shooting off of a rock or something similar. The sling is pretty versital and allows you to carry the gun in several positions. It also allows for a quickdraw if necessary. | |||
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Timber Butte Outdoors has a great "backpack" sling, The Outlaw. Here is a link: Link-Click Here Bob    There is room for all of God's creatures....right next to the mashed potatoes. http://texaspredatorposse.ipbhost.com/   | |||
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i've got a "uncle mike's" neopreem on my primary rifle. what i like about it is the "room for 4 " shell sleeves. ( similar to 1 side of Bob in tx) you get alittle bounce out of the neopreem. when i'm on a horse, its in a scabbard and the sling is off,stuffed in a saddle bag. | |||
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Another vote for the Vero Vellini. | |||
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I don't know how many of you consider this but my choice in rifle slings has to accomodate the use of a day pack or back pack. Virtually all of my hunting with the exception of a few Antelope stalks here and there require that I have a pack, its just the nature of hunting in the mountainous west and covering a lot of miles and being prepared for whatever you may encounter in a long day. Just something to think about if you are headed to Montana on an elk hunt. | |||
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I own dozens of slings and most of them are useless for rugged terrain hunting. The best I've ever found you won't find in any catalog stores, you'll have to order direct from the manufacturer. They are made by Slogan Outdoors. Occasionally, you will see them advertising on cable. Their Ultraflex sling is made from thermoplastic rubber. I own 4 of them and they are extremely versatile and can be worn in many carrying and shooting scenario's. They are in MI and here is their contact info: 248-348-1215. www.specialtyoutdoorproducts.net/ I find this sling to be the best I've ever tried, from the Rocky Mountains to Africa's bush country. LDK Gray Ghost Hunting Safaris http://grayghostsafaris.com Phone: 615-860-4333 Email: hunts@grayghostsafaris.com NRA Benefactor DSC Professional Member SCI Member RMEF Life Member NWTF Guardian Life Sponsor NAHC Life Member Rowland Ward - SCI Scorer Took the wife the Eastern Cape for her first hunt: http://forums.accuratereloadin...6321043/m/6881000262 Hunting in the Stormberg, Winterberg and Hankey Mountains of the Eastern Cape 2018 http://forums.accuratereloadin...6321043/m/4801073142 Hunting the Eastern Cape, RSA May 22nd - June 15th 2007 http://forums.accuratereloadin...=810104007#810104007 16 Days in Zimbabwe: Leopard, plains game, fowl and more: http://forums.accuratereloadin...=212108409#212108409 Natal: Rhino, Croc, Nyala, Bushbuck and more http://forums.accuratereloadin...6321043/m/6341092311 Recent hunt in the Eastern Cape, August 2010: Pics added http://forums.accuratereloadin...261039941#9261039941 10 days in the Stormberg Mountains http://forums.accuratereloadin...6321043/m/7781081322 Back in the Stormberg Mountains with friends: May-June 2017 http://forums.accuratereloadin...6321043/m/6001078232 "Peace is that brief glorious moment in history when everybody stands around reloading" - Thomas Jefferson Every morning the Zebra wakes up knowing it must outrun the fastest Lion if it wants to stay alive. Every morning the Lion wakes up knowing it must outrun the slowest Zebra or it will starve. It makes no difference if you are a Zebra or a Lion; when the Sun comes up in Africa, you must wake up running...... "If you're being chased by a Lion, you don't have to be faster than the Lion, you just have to be faster than the person next to you." | |||
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I like the Safari Ching sling made by Galco. They are not cheap but they are well-made from high-quality leather. My only complaint is the keeper is stapled instead of stitched but that is easily remedied. They have a nice wide strap so it doesn't bite into the shoulder and the elbow loop makes a convenient place for your thumb in the carry position. | |||
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I want to add, my sling stays in my pack and I never hunt without my pack. The only time it goes on a rifle is when I have to use both hands to carry things. I quit carrying a rifle slung while hunting years ago when a quick encounter with a nice buck cost me the extra second or two and no shot. I now hunt holding my rifle in my hands. Now a sling for me is just a pack tool. ________________________________________________ Maker of The Frankenstud Sling Keeper Proudly made in the USA Acepting all forms of payment | |||
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Mr. Keith, The sling you speek of is exactly the one I now use and love. Found it 6-7yrs ago for sale by a guy at the Illinois deer & turkey classic. I bought three of the rifle slings and one of the bow slings. You are correct in saying they work superbly at keeping you rifle sicure when travaling through difficult terrane. IMHO best sling design $$ can buy no doubt about it. You simply can not break or dammage them and they never need adjusting once set for anyhting like shooting or carring your rifle. The material they are made of also "grabs" on to your outer clothing and wont slide off your shoulder as will 99% of all other rifle slings which is a true giant of a PITA. Sling design just don't come sinpler to use or better made. Thanks for the link where to get them as I will order 2 more for my sons to use. | |||
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Anybody try the Quake Claw with Slingstix? I just saw that on their website, might kill two birdies with one stone? Red | |||
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ARTJR338WM, I couldn't agree more. Check out their Magnum sling for big rifles. I have around 20 slings from many materials and none of them are even in the same class. Good hunting this year, David Gray Ghost Hunting Safaris http://grayghostsafaris.com Phone: 615-860-4333 Email: hunts@grayghostsafaris.com NRA Benefactor DSC Professional Member SCI Member RMEF Life Member NWTF Guardian Life Sponsor NAHC Life Member Rowland Ward - SCI Scorer Took the wife the Eastern Cape for her first hunt: http://forums.accuratereloadin...6321043/m/6881000262 Hunting in the Stormberg, Winterberg and Hankey Mountains of the Eastern Cape 2018 http://forums.accuratereloadin...6321043/m/4801073142 Hunting the Eastern Cape, RSA May 22nd - June 15th 2007 http://forums.accuratereloadin...=810104007#810104007 16 Days in Zimbabwe: Leopard, plains game, fowl and more: http://forums.accuratereloadin...=212108409#212108409 Natal: Rhino, Croc, Nyala, Bushbuck and more http://forums.accuratereloadin...6321043/m/6341092311 Recent hunt in the Eastern Cape, August 2010: Pics added http://forums.accuratereloadin...261039941#9261039941 10 days in the Stormberg Mountains http://forums.accuratereloadin...6321043/m/7781081322 Back in the Stormberg Mountains with friends: May-June 2017 http://forums.accuratereloadin...6321043/m/6001078232 "Peace is that brief glorious moment in history when everybody stands around reloading" - Thomas Jefferson Every morning the Zebra wakes up knowing it must outrun the fastest Lion if it wants to stay alive. Every morning the Lion wakes up knowing it must outrun the slowest Zebra or it will starve. It makes no difference if you are a Zebra or a Lion; when the Sun comes up in Africa, you must wake up running...... "If you're being chased by a Lion, you don't have to be faster than the Lion, you just have to be faster than the person next to you." | |||
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Murray's Quick Set is good. My favorite is probably the the one offered by Trader Keith's. It is strong, light, functional and looks good, to my eyes. It is made of leather and tan cotton/canvas and has a couple of silicone strips running the length of it. It is worth looking at. | |||
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Best bet would be to find one sling you like, put it on your guns, and then as often as possible go out and walk around in the field with the gun slung over your shoulder and practice that while getting ready for the hunt. I am one of those folks that just simply does not use a sling period. I have tried several different styles over the years, but all of them end up getting in my way during a hunt, and they get relegated to the gun closet. Even the rocks don't last forever. | |||
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Browning X sling.Can use it backpack style or as a shooting aid. | |||
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I hump around the mountains of Montana every year hunting elk, mostly in steep, nasty country. The Quake "Claw" sling is my chioce after trying just about everything I could find. That said, I just ordered a gun carrier from Kifaru which might be better, I'll let you know. http://www.kifaru.net/ | |||
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All of my slings are Browning Slings. | |||
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