So I’ve had a TAB Gear sling for a couple years now and it has been everything I’ve needed in a field sling for my bolt action .308. When shopping for a good two point sling all I had to compare the TAB to was the TIS Quick Cuff sling or a 1907 leather sling. I didn’t even consider the USGI web sling. All three of which I have extensive experience with while in the Marine Corps. I easily made my decision to go with the TAB Gear sling. It’s durable, made in USA, and can quickly transition into the sling supported position. The design is ingenious in its simplicity.
I have only found two negative aspects of the TAB Gear sling. While being used in sling supported positions, it adjusts from sitting, kneeling, or standing slower than a USGI web sling. I usually keep the sling fitted for sling supported kneeling, as this is the position I most frequently use.
The sling also came with a thick rear section intended to be used as a hasty rear support. I never found myself ever using this part of the sling so I eventually removed it and the connecting fastex buckle attached to it.
A month ago I acquired a TIS Slip Cuff QD sling. It is different than the Quick Cuff sling I was issued with my Mk-11 in the Marines. Instead of having an independent cuff the cuff is integrated, similar to the TAB Gear sling or Mountain Shooter sling.
There are three main things that make this sling different than the TAB Gear.
1. The integrated arm loop is double webbed, making the loop a little more comfortable and easier to get into. I am able to cinch the arm loop tighter on my arm than the TAB.
2. The integrated loop encompasses a fastex buckle, allowing the user to quickly snap out of the sling supported position if needed. This has shown to be convenient when getting out of supported positions and seems practical if used in a hostile environment. I would feel more comfortable cinching my arm down in a sling if I knew I could instantly snap out of it while operating in Iraq or Afghanistan.
3. The rear of the sling is able to cinch down, similar to a V-tac two point sling. I was at first skeptical at how well this feature would work but it has proven so far to work without a hitch. This is the coolest feature of the sling in my opinion and the biggest innovation. With the rifle slung cross body, I am able to better negotiate over or through obstacles, operate a sidearm, or even slide down a fast rope.
The only negative aspect of the TIS Slip Cuff QD sling is that it is a little slower to cinch tight around the arm for sling supported than the TAB Gear sling. It is also slower to adjust length while shooting sling supported compared to a USGI web sling.
If you own a TAB Gear sling already I don’t think that you should throw it away. It’s a great sling.
If you are in the market for a new sling I would definitely consider the TIS Slip Cuff QD. After comparing the two for the past month I would have to give the edge to TIS. My primary bolt action rig is now wearing a TIS Slip Cuff QD sling.
I have only found two negative aspects of the TAB Gear sling. While being used in sling supported positions, it adjusts from sitting, kneeling, or standing slower than a USGI web sling. I usually keep the sling fitted for sling supported kneeling, as this is the position I most frequently use.
The sling also came with a thick rear section intended to be used as a hasty rear support. I never found myself ever using this part of the sling so I eventually removed it and the connecting fastex buckle attached to it.
A month ago I acquired a TIS Slip Cuff QD sling. It is different than the Quick Cuff sling I was issued with my Mk-11 in the Marines. Instead of having an independent cuff the cuff is integrated, similar to the TAB Gear sling or Mountain Shooter sling.
There are three main things that make this sling different than the TAB Gear.
1. The integrated arm loop is double webbed, making the loop a little more comfortable and easier to get into. I am able to cinch the arm loop tighter on my arm than the TAB.
2. The integrated loop encompasses a fastex buckle, allowing the user to quickly snap out of the sling supported position if needed. This has shown to be convenient when getting out of supported positions and seems practical if used in a hostile environment. I would feel more comfortable cinching my arm down in a sling if I knew I could instantly snap out of it while operating in Iraq or Afghanistan.
3. The rear of the sling is able to cinch down, similar to a V-tac two point sling. I was at first skeptical at how well this feature would work but it has proven so far to work without a hitch. This is the coolest feature of the sling in my opinion and the biggest innovation. With the rifle slung cross body, I am able to better negotiate over or through obstacles, operate a sidearm, or even slide down a fast rope.
The only negative aspect of the TIS Slip Cuff QD sling is that it is a little slower to cinch tight around the arm for sling supported than the TAB Gear sling. It is also slower to adjust length while shooting sling supported compared to a USGI web sling.
If you own a TAB Gear sling already I don’t think that you should throw it away. It’s a great sling.
If you are in the market for a new sling I would definitely consider the TIS Slip Cuff QD. After comparing the two for the past month I would have to give the edge to TIS. My primary bolt action rig is now wearing a TIS Slip Cuff QD sling.
