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Posted: 10/17/2020 3:00:35 PM EDT
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I thought the same thing, bought cheap stuff off of Amazon and eBay, and have gone to purchasing quality stuff. The cheap stuff isn't always to spec and I had my sling swivels pull right out of the Chinese socket and my hit the ground. Buy once, cry one.
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Posted: 10/17/2020 3:04:27 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I thought the same thing, bought cheap stuff off of Amazon and eBay, and have gone to purchasing quality stuff. The cheap stuff isn't always to spec and I had my sling swivels pull right out of the Chinese socket and my hit the ground. Buy once, cry one. Kinda what I figure but every so often there is a well made Thing for too cheap a price to resist (the UTG "slim" fixed irons for example) |
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Posted: 10/17/2020 3:34:46 PM EDT
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Why so many slings? Wouldn't one or two slings suffice since you're using QD?
FWIW I just ordered 2 swivels and 1 m-lok mount directly from BCM and the prices were the same ($46 total). In a separate order the end plate was $17. Shipping was $6 for each order and tax about $3.50 each order. Not sure how much the shipping is compared to AIM. I've noticed some pretty insane shipping prices at some of these companies. |
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Posted: 10/17/2020 4:24:07 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Why so many slings? Wouldn't one or two slings suffice since you're using QD? FWIW I just ordered 2 swivels and 1 m-lok mount directly from BCM and the prices were the same ($46 total). In a separate order the end plate was $17. Shipping was $6 for each order and tax about $3.50 each order. Not sure how much the shipping is compared to AIM. I've noticed some pretty insane shipping prices at some of these companies. Because each rifle/AR pistol should have a sling, period. (and my futuristic blaster 22lr pistol is gonna get a lanyard). AIM has free shipping when you order over $50 in parts, and JoeBobOutfitters has it when you order over $90 in parts. One of the reasons I love doing business with both companies. |
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Posted: 10/17/2020 5:32:57 PM EDT
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So you trying to outfit 4 AR's for slinging and your bitchin' about the cost of first class hardware??
Maybe have just one less AR to outfit and you can afford to buy and gold plate the dang things..... What a first world problem to have...... |
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Posted: 10/17/2020 5:36:55 PM EDT
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I've tried Bcm, spike's, and utg qd swivels. Cant tell a difference quality-wise.
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Posted: 10/17/2020 6:51:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: So you trying to outfit 4 AR's for slinging and your bitchin' about the cost of first class hardware?? Maybe have just one less AR to outfit and you can afford to buy and gold plate the dang things..... What a first world problem to have......  #truth |
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Posted: 10/17/2020 7:58:15 PM EDT
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Wait for Damage Industries to have another big sale, their swivels and QD end plates are quality.
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Posted: 10/17/2020 10:02:27 PM EDT
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Yep, if it seems too good to be true, it is. I put an Amazon QD setup on my M4, signed it got used for PMI. 1SG gorillahands broke my swivels just picking the gun up. Very embarrassing.
I agree with the other fella, just get 2 or 3 slings, attach sockets to each gun(if needed) and be done with it. Unless you're planning to outfit a guerrilla army I don't see the problem. |
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Posted: 10/18/2020 11:36:10 AM EDT
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Cheap shit nets cheap results.
When your QD detaches from the socket unexpectedly and your rig hits the ground you'll get it. |
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Posted: 10/18/2020 11:54:53 AM EDT
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That's the cost of playing the game homie.
BCM, Impact Weapons Components, Magpul, etc., are all quality and worth the money spent. Just did the same thing with a bunch of AR's including dual QD Magpul MS4 slings and ALG ACT triggers that replaced crappy parts kits triggers. Best $75 I've ever spent. Don't buy Chinesium shit. |
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Posted: 10/18/2020 12:57:58 PM EDT
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The UTG Pro QD Socket is good. I have a few of them. Not much price difference between that and something like a BCM though.
I've also had good luck with the Damage Industries QD Swivels. |
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Posted: 10/18/2020 11:13:52 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Don't buy Chinesium shit. This! |
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Posted: 10/19/2020 4:37:24 PM EDT
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JIMHO, if you have a choice between a steel vs aluminum QD sling swivel socket, I'm thinking the steel is a better choice, since the QD swivel is also steel.
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Posted: 10/20/2020 12:00:39 AM EDT
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was looking at the same thing. If I go cheap I will be going the HK hooks instead.
Even been looking at making my own sling. Which I think is a sticky here |
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Posted: 10/20/2020 9:38:55 AM EDT
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This topic shows using GrovTech QD sling swivel bases/sockets. It's been years and no issues at all. I haven't found a less expensive or easier alternative. Hope this helps.
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Posted: 10/20/2020 10:37:51 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: was looking at the same thing. If I go cheap I will be going the HK hooks instead. Even been looking at making my own sling. Which I think is a sticky here Like I posted, I do make my own slings (well, I get my oldest daughter to, she's go nimble fingers) and I'm a cheap person when it comes to function over form. Suckin' it up and spending the $ (ZM is doing well for me....) for at least one of the slings I need/want to set up, investigating the HK or similar style hook idea as well.... |
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Posted: 10/20/2020 11:48:04 PM EDT
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Posted: 10/21/2020 7:27:47 AM EDT
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USGI silent slings are like $10.....
Paired with a set of Magpul QDs that's a pretty solid setup that won't break the bank. |
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Posted: 10/21/2020 1:03:54 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: USGI silent slings are like $10..... Paired with a set of Magpul QDs that's a pretty solid setup that won't break the bank. We won't get into what it cost me to raise the daughter but $8 for enough 550 cord to make several slings is a great deal for me. Only issues is attaching. Oh well, money is spent. |
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Posted: 10/22/2020 5:33:28 PM EDT
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I also recommend to get a couple of swings for all of the rifles. I have one Magpul MS4 for two rifles right now and plan to share it with a future purchase.
I would also pay for good sling mounts/hardware. |
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