Best way to keep sling studs from turning in a synthetic stock

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27 February 2021, 15:32

JBrown

Best way to keep sling studs from turning in a synthetic stock

I am wondering about the best method to keep sling studs timed in a synthetic stock.

Wood stocks seem to have enough give that you can usually screw the stud in, and turn it to the correct position and the bit of crush will keep it in place. With synthetic stocks it seems that you don’t have the same leeway. Once it is tight, you can’t turn it to the desired position.

So I’m wondering if you guys use locktight, epoxy or some other method to keep them in place.

Jason

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27 February 2021, 18:02

Bobster

That'll work. Another method is to grind a scallop on the stud head, then locate and install a lock screw to engage it. Damn sure won't turn then.

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Originally posted by farbedo:
Blue loctite.

Jeremy

27 February 2021, 19:51

jpl

I've switched all my stuff over to these:

From here:

https://grovtec.com/products/h...stainless-steel-base

I really like not having the stud sticking out when I don't have the sling on.

28 February 2021, 00:05

Bobster

Ive had a couple guns brought in over the years where the stud unscrewed completely letting the rifle fall off the shooters shoulder. In one case the rifle fell 15 ft from a steel ladder stand and the Swarovski scope impacted a foot tread, heavily denting the objective bell. Interestingly enough the scope was still sighted in and functioned normally. Sent it back to Swarovski and they re-built it for free.

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Originally posted by nopride2:
I never worry about it.

Dave

28 February 2021, 04:46

p dog shooter

quote:
Ive had a couple guns brought in over the years where the stud unscrewed completely letting the rifle fall off the shooters shoulder.

I have had a couple studs come loose of the years

I use loctite or epoxy on the treads.