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Posted: 10/14/2004 3:02:02 PM EDT
I just take my rifle out of the case at the range, and it goes back into the case after I'm done.
Do I need a sling? Does it dampen the barrel harmonics or something? 
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Posted: 10/14/2004 3:09:45 PM EDT
[#1]
No, you don't need one for your applications.
If you need to walk around and occasionally use your hands whil carrying a rifle, you need a sling. 
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Posted: 10/14/2004 4:15:28 PM EDT
[#2]
A rifle without a sling is like a pistol without a holster.
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Posted: 10/14/2004 7:06:33 PM EDT
[#3]
He might not have a holster, either
 metroples, just kidding with you. But a sling is a must have, IMHO, as is a holster for your pistol, if you plan to use your long gun for anything else other than a range toy. |
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Posted: 10/14/2004 7:11:35 PM EDT
[#4]
 Thanks everyone! I don't have a pistol  but I see what you mean about the sling... My AR-15 is pretty much a range toy though... The range officers turn into a nervous wreck if you so much as take the rifle off the bench!!
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Posted: 10/14/2004 7:16:04 PM EDT
[#5]
even on the range a sling can be used. if done properly it can help steady the rifle when not shooting off a rest
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Posted: 10/15/2004 5:34:11 PM EDT
[#6]
I have the CQB Solutions MOUT sling for two of my rifles, and the quick detach feature is really nice. When my rifle is next to my bed, I take the sling off so it won't get tangled up on stuff If I have to reach for it quickly. It's also really nice to be able to take the sling off when the gun is in the safe where it gets tangled up with my other guns. At the range, I use the sling to free up my hands to carry my gear back to the truck. I also use the sling so that I can pretend like I'm some kind of commando in the mirror when no one is looking.
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Posted: 10/20/2004 1:17:30 PM EDT
[#7]
How do you carry your rifle if you need to carry a wounded buddy? Sling.
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Posted: 10/20/2004 1:45:18 PM EDT
[#8]
At our local range, guns are in the cases until you're at your bench. They look at me funny when I sling the case on my back.
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Posted: 10/20/2004 2:53:20 PM EDT
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I hate that for you man! There are "shooting ranges" and there are "training facilities" If you own an AR for defensive purposes, I wish you the best in your search for the latter. [email protected] www.blueforcegear.com One point? Two Point? Three Point? SOC-C Sling does them all! |
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Posted: 10/20/2004 3:24:47 PM EDT
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If you do not know how to use a sling you are at a disadvantage. You need to go to the Rifle Small Arms Firing School at Camp Perry.
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Posted: 10/20/2004 3:38:32 PM EDT
[#11]
hell ya!!!!!
EVERY rifle needs a sling! |
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Posted: 10/20/2004 3:40:21 PM EDT
[#12]
Take an all day training class without a sling.
Practice a transition drill from rifle to pistol without a sling. Try to use your hands for something else without a sling. Hike in the woods for a while without a sling. Imagine actually *having* to use your rifle one day... and imagine not having a sling. No, for the benchrest range and back, they are a nuisance. For any more serious needs, they are indispensible. |
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Posted: 10/24/2004 7:06:42 PM EDT
[#13]
You'll appreciate a sling if you ever try to shoot accurately and reload from a galloping horse, bare back, at night, in the rain, in heavy rush hour traffic...
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Posted: 10/24/2004 9:16:51 PM EDT
[#14]
All of those things are a good reason but the best reason is to employ the sling for accuracy while shooting from various supported and unsupported positions. |
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Posted: 10/24/2004 10:06:25 PM EDT
[#15]
I single point. For me, its just about speed and weapon retention. |
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Posted: 10/24/2004 10:23:27 PM EDT
[#16]
If ballistic masterbation on a square range is the only goal you have for you and your rifle, no you dont need a sling.
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Posted: 10/24/2004 10:54:01 PM EDT
[#17]
Down the road you might want to take a training class and or go to some 3 gun matches. Get a sling and try it out. Don't attach it to the barrel though. There are different types of slings, do some research on them first.
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Posted: 10/24/2004 11:01:56 PM EDT
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If you have a safe queen, then no I guess you don't.
I personally practice and carry my M4 around out in the boonies, so a sling is needed. |
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Posted: 10/24/2004 11:15:12 PM EDT
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IF or should i say when, SHTF you will be glad you have a sling. I have 2 slings for my ar15 one is the standard run of the mill sling and other is a blackhawk 3point tactical sling. usually i use the blackhawk so i can carry my weapon (esspecially at ETH FARM) and sling it behind me if I dont need it at that time. I aways have both slings with the weapon, although the standard sling isnt on the weapon with the blackhawk sling. if shtf the standard sling can be used for a variety of things besides a sling. if worst comes to worst you will always have it. plus it looks cooler having all that stuff on your ar
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Posted: 10/25/2004 6:29:28 AM EDT
[#20]
You'll need one eventually. You might as well get a good one now and avoid the rush.
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Posted: 10/26/2004 1:08:38 PM EDT
[#21]
That is the best answer ever. And it's true.
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Posted: 10/26/2004 3:14:28 PM EDT
[#22]
Do any of you wrap your arm in the sling to help steady the rifle? My friend (marine) showed me this for shooting prone, and it works like a champ.
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Posted: 10/27/2004 10:48:08 AM EDT
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The most common and most versatile accessorie on your rifle and you dont have one? Empty sling loops are like empty mounting rails. Not a pretty sight.
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