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MI, USA
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Posted: 12/21/2020 8:33:10 PM EST
Metal or plastic hardware? I would assume the metal is stronger but stronger isn't always better - might scratch up the rifle? Or I've heard it can make the sling too hard to adjust quickly?
Also the common advice is to go 2 point over 1 point, is this universally accepted? What is the point of a 1-point sling, no pun intended? 
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Posted: 12/21/2020 2:08:17 PM EST
Plastic hardware has been working fine for me for years.
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Posted: 12/21/2020 2:20:58 PM EST
Quote History Originally Posted By SurtrsFire: Plastic hardware has been working fine for me for years. |
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Posted: 12/21/2020 2:23:07 PM EST
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Posted: 12/21/2020 2:33:28 PM EST
Originally Posted By SurtrsFire: Plastic hardware has been working fine for me for years. This I have both, both work great. 1 point slings are great... to have your gun hit you in the balls when doing a transition. |
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Posted: 12/21/2020 7:35:01 PM EST
I have Vickers slings with metal and plastic hardware.
No practical difference that I can tell. |
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Posted: 12/21/2020 7:45:57 PM EST
I like the plastic hardware.
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Posted: 12/21/2020 7:47:14 PM EST
My first sling was a single point. I consider that a mistake. If you want the option to use it as a single point, get one that can be configured as both single and two point.
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Posted: 12/21/2020 7:56:50 PM EST
Quote History Originally Posted By Harv24: 1 point slings are great... to have your gun hit you in the balls when doing a transition. |
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Posted: 12/21/2020 8:01:12 PM EST
I've transitioned all but one sling to Vickers Slings (a Magpul MS4) . They're simple, light, and work. I have a Vickers 1-point sling on a short barrel AR9 and it works well with that (5" barrel with a linear comp). Everything else has a 2-point, 10.5" builds to 18" builds. The polymer used for the Vickers triglides is very robust, haven't had any issues.
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Posted: 12/21/2020 8:33:10 PM EST
[Last Edit: 12/21/2020 8:33:10 PM EST by Lancelot]
Topic Moved
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Posted: 12/21/2020 11:39:59 PM EST
Quote History Originally Posted By Harv24: 1 point slings are great... to have your gun hit you in the balls when doing a transition. Haha. So true. I like the plastic hardware. Plenty strong unless you plan on dangling from a helicopter door or something. I stress tested a lightweight sling with plastic hardware. Had a 275lbs dude standing on it, completely suspended. Everything held. |
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AZ, USA
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Posted: 12/21/2020 11:44:18 PM EST
Originally Posted By povertybruh: What is the point of a 1-point sling, no pun intended? 
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TX, USA
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Posted: 12/22/2020 4:23:25 PM EST
[Last Edit: 12/22/2020 4:39:27 PM EST by mudholestomper]
Don’t think it’s been mentioned but plastic hardware is also quieter and doesn’t beat up your rifle.
I like Flatline Fiber slings. The guy who owns it (Chad) is good people and, imho, they are doing the Vickers sling better Blue Force Gear is. https://flatlinefiberco.com |
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Posted: 12/22/2020 5:07:10 PM EST
Plastic hardware is working fine on my VCAS that's eight years old. The plastic hardware makes less noise if it should hit something, too.
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MN, USA
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Posted: 12/22/2020 9:24:52 PM EST
Single point slings are great, if you are going to just stand in one place. If you plan on moving, not so much.
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Posted: 1/22/2021 9:34:00 AM EST
Quote History Originally Posted By @mudholestomper: Don’t think it’s been mentioned but plastic hardware is also quieter and doesn’t beat up your rifle. I like Flatline Fiber slings. The guy who owns it (Chad) is good people and, imho, they are doing the Vickers sling better Blue Force Gear is. https://flatlinefiberco.com Which version are you running? What do you thinks better than the vickers? $30 cheaper for the padded version and they come in MCB makes me think I want one |
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Posted: 1/22/2021 10:36:45 AM EST
Quote History Originally Posted By Smid: Which version are you running? What do you thinks better than the vickers? $30 cheaper for the padded version and they come in MCB makes me think I want one Ah well nevermind, just ordered it anyway. $50 for the padded after coupon code and supporting small business+ American made. Looks promising but even if it’s a turd, I’ve wasted more on less |
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Posted: 1/26/2021 9:00:22 PM EST
[Last Edit: 1/26/2021 9:01:44 PM EST by demoMouse]
Originally Posted By povertybruh: Metal or plastic hardware? I would assume the metal is stronger but stronger isn't always better - might scratch up the rifle? Or I've heard it can make the sling too hard to adjust quickly? Also the common advice is to go 2 point over 1 point, is this universally accepted? What is the point of a 1-point sling, no pun intended? |
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