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Posted: 12/8/2016 1:38:17 PM EDT
long time single point sling guy, had them on my AR's and AK's...just got back into the AR platform and alot has changed... I decided on a mid length gas system dissipator upper. my rifle has the MOE full length HG, what are my options for a tactical quick adjust two point sling set-up? I would like a reasonably priced two point sling... where should I attach and how? thanks for the help.
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Magpul makes a QD and "paraclip" 1pt-2pt sling, giving you both options. But it is going to be what is on your preference list. Is the ability to go both 1pt and 2pt a high priority? Or just 1pt or 2pt only? Do you want to buy add-on items top attach to the rail or use the front sling swivel pictured on the sight/gas block? Do you want to attach to the stock or do you have/want to add a rear lower receiver mount?
I run the Magpul MS4 (dual QD points, with 1pt-to-2pt ability) with a sling mount on the rail and a rear receiver mount. As I do not have an A2 front sight post, I had to use an add-on point (though when I ordered the upper, BCM included it with my order for free). My lower has the rear mount and I use that point as my main attachment point, because that is what I feel works best for me. That is the key, what works for you to accomplish the objective? |
| wow alot of choices... I have always run the sling plate at the rear of the receiver for my single point slings... after doing some reading and watching videos I think I am looking at just the 2 point sling option... I might try the rear attachment on either the stock or the rear of the receiver to see what fits better... as for the front attachment I am leaning towards a side mount maybe back a bit from the FSB... I really don't care for this MOE front HG so I might upgrade to a "drop in" rail or keymod... this is all still new ground for me... I am used to a KISS platform and have never run lights or lasers.. but hey..that might change too! |
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Honestly, with my first AR15 (a Bushmaster MOE) I wasn't very fond of the weird handguards either. As for MLOK or Keymod (KM), either will work if you decide to not use a quad/picatinny rail. You stated that you've never ran a light on the rifle. There have been MAJOR improvements in weapon lights, and I highly recommend any duty type (ie: including a home defense firearm) to have at least a light. Lasers are overkill in my opinion (due to my usage parameters).
I planned a rifle out for a whole year (select a part for these reasons, see if there is something better for a specific goal), so I know what you mean on choices. You can always try one method, if it works keep it and try another, or if it doesn't you sell the stuff that doesn't. |
| Honestly... you've already got the most secure, sturdy, way to mount your sling. The sling loops. QD is ok (I do NOT use them on my HD/SD rifles), but they add another link to an otherwise simple set up. I'd (and do) just use the front mil spec sling loop, and the rear slot in the stock. Use a Magpul MS1 and you're GTG. Simple, sturdy, nothing to break/snap off/come loose. |
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Honestly... you've already got the most secure, sturdy, way to mount your sling. The sling loops. QD is ok (I do NOT use them on my HD/SD rifles), but they add another link to an otherwise simple set up. I'd (and do) just use the front mil spec sling loop, and the rear slot in the stock. Use a Magpul MS1 and you're GTG. Simple, sturdy, nothing to break/snap off/come loose. I agree with this. In addition, you might want to at least look at the Redi-Mag 1.2 convertible sling. It will quickly attach/detach from the sling loops and stock slot, can easily convert from 2 pt to 1 pt and has a quick adjust for length. Watch the video...it works as well as they depict. I love mine. I run 2 pt, cinch it up tight when not in use, but can loosen and be ready to shoot in about 1 second. |
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