Posted: 8/21/2009 6:00:38 PM EDT
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Hi Guys -
I'm in the market for a new 3point sling. My current 3point sling is a piece shit. Its hard to adjust, I can't shoot off-hand with it and its got really narrow webbing that is not terribly comfortable. The specter gear SOP slings with their TRB (transition release buckle) got good reviews. Does anyone have one? Any other slings out there that anyone would recommend? As a side question, is there any advantage to having the 3point sling mounted on the side of the forearm using side swivels versus using the bottom swivel mount under the barrel? Much thanks! Joe |
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Having used 3 points, I recommend an adjustable 2 point. It essentially does what a 3 point can do more simply IMHO. I have the blue force
gear Vickers sling and am very happy with it. There are other nice ones out there as well. I have heard good things about the Vtac 2 point. As far as mounting location, I have only attached slings on the sides of the rifle. The rifle lays more cleanly against the body vs having a tendency to roll away from your body. |
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I'm with Hyperformer here. I've used 3 points, and they are good, but the quick adjustable 2 points work better for me.
I have a Specter SOP and it's a good sling. It's well made, comfortable and the TRB works well. If a 3 point is what you want, the Specter SOP is a good choice. Side mounts will generally allow your rifle to hang more comfortably without wanting to roll over on you. The Specter comes with a front side mounting piece that wraps around the handguard behind the FSB and attaches to the standard bottom sling mount. |
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VTAC 2 point sling: link
Once you use the padded one with heavy duty detaches you will not go back. I am so confident you'll love it, buy one in black, and if you are unhappy within two uses I'll personally buy it from you. V OUT |
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The specter gear SOP slings with their TRB (transition release buckle) got good reviews. Does anyone have one? I use these. They work well. I'm sure the recommended 2-point slings also work well. Like a lot of things, there's a lot of personal preference involved. |
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VTAC 2 point sling: link Once you use the padded one with heavy duty detaches you will not go back. I am so confident you'll love it, buy one in black, and if you are unhappy within two uses I'll personally buy it from you. V OUT Actually, one of my 2 points started out as a padded model. I didn't care for the padding myself so I changed out the padded section for some 2 inch webbing. Different strokes. 
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| 3 point slings are equivalent to tapco bastardizing any weapon. They chincy, they get in the way, you have straps running all over your damn body. They aren't simple to use. Check out all the nice adjustable two points like the vickers. Larue makes the cadillac version of that sling. |
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You could try your hand at making your own and customize as you need. http://www.ar15.com/forums/topic.html?b=3&f=19&t=252462 I ordered a kit and extra parts to make my own last night from this place. http://www.strapworks.com/AR15_KIT_p/ar15h.htm Code AR15 for 10% discount at the checkout. |
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3 point slings are equivalent to tapco bastardizing any weapon. They chincy, they get in the way, you have straps running all over your damn body. They aren't simple to use. Check out all the nice adjustable two points like the vickers. Larue makes the cadillac version of that sling. 
Adjustable two points can be nice (I have a GearSector GS-2P), but I'd rather run the Specter SOP three point on my carbine. It's all a matter of preference, familiarity, and training. |
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Thanks guys!
I took a look at the VTAC sling. It looks pretty nice, but my stock doesn't have the extra top slot that they show on the installation instructions. I've only got a middle slot and a bottom fixed "swivel". Its good to know that a side mounted sling hangs better. I was debating getting a rail swivel but didn't know if that was going to make any difference or not. I don't mind having the extra strap that comes with a 3point, at least not now. The biggest factor I'm looking for is the ability to shoot offhand without a lot of screwing around (biggest priority) and comfort is second. Looks like I'll be cranking out the ol' wallet. Joe |