I picked up an FN SPR A2/A4 recently and as neat as it is, it's also pretty hefty. I think 12 lbs or so? Maybe more? So I'd like to find a good padded sling, ideally with fairly wide webbing. I've found a few options but looks like most slings with padding are fairly narrow. Does anyone make a solid padded sling with a 1.5" to 2" wide padded section?
Padded sling recommendations for a heavy rifle?
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I've got one of these and find it comfortable.
www.vikingtactics.com
VTAC WIDE (PADDED) HYBRID SLING - NYLON - VIKING TACTICS Inc
Viking Tactics Hybrid Sling: We have incorporated the most popular features and functionality from across our Viking Tactics Sling line to create the Viking
www.vikingtactics.com
Triad tactical has one. Never used it myself, but it looks pretty comfy.
https://triadtactical.com/triad-padded-rifle-sling/
https://triadtactical.com/triad-padded-rifle-sling/
I snagged one of these years ago and have never looked back:
www.tabgear.com
Simple Biathlon Sling
The solution to carrying a heavy rifle for long distances. The padded shoulder straps distribute the weapon's load to both shoulders, instead of one, resulting in less shooter fatigue after long periods of travel. Having the load centered on the back aids in maintaining better balance when using...
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A regular old Butler Creek neoprene sling is pretty good at taking the weight off you and softening up the ups and downs of packing a heavy rifle.
It's not worth a crap for position shooting though.
It's not worth a crap for position shooting though.
Hey thanks everyone! Getting some stuff pulled together for my first long range course. Keeping it simple to start and going with Triad. Not really setup for position shooting as far as I can tell but it's at least a start for moving the rifle around with me.
Quake claw doesn’t slip on the shoulder. Its what I use on hunting rifles. My gas guns all use the vtac slings though.
In 'Nam, we used the Issue M-60 Sling for the M-60 LMG. Don't let the "LMG" fool ya, the usual nickname for the '60 was "The Hog". The M-60 is listed as weighing 23+ lb., Loaded weight (100rd) was around 26lb.
I do know that lugging it around in the bush was a bit if a chore; and well worth the work when the occasion called for one.
Greg
I do know that lugging it around in the bush was a bit if a chore; and well worth the work when the occasion called for one.
Greg
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