what sling and why

squeak003 · May 16, 2009, 06:33 PM

what sling do u use on your hunting shot gun and why did u choose it?

oneounceload · May 16, 2009, 06:53 PM

What type of hunting are you talking about? I do not have a sling on any hunting shotguns, nor do i see a need to have one

inSight-NEO · May 16, 2009, 07:05 PM

It funny how I spent a small fortune (and quite a bit of worry) on various sling mounts and slings. Of course, I bought my various mounts and slings in regards to 1-point as well as 2-point carry. Yet, in the end, I hardly use any of them.

I never keep a sling on my HD shotgun, well...when at home or at the range (unless required to do so by range officials). But, this does not really relate to the topic of "hunting" shotguns so I wont go into the specifics regarding this decision.

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I do not have a sling on any hunting shotguns, nor do i see a need to have one.

However, having a sling is nice and certainly useful at times such as when needing to secure a long gun for crossing rough terrain (in my case, traversing such terrain on an ATV), when carrying multiple weapons,...basically anytime you anticipate encountering the need to remain hands free and it would either be unsafe or impractical to lay the weapon down (based on location).

Pahoo · May 16, 2009, 07:18 PM

Years ago, in Greece and Italy, I observed men riding bicycles and motor scooters with shotguns that had slings. Back then, Americans didn't sling many rifles let alone a shotgun. I use a sling on my slug gun when hunting deer but not on upland shooting. I feel they would only get in the way on upland shooting. I know of waterfowl hunters that use slings. Why use them?? I suppose for the same reason you sling a rifle, they are handy. I just use a nylon, well padded camo sling. Nothing fancy ...

Be Safe !!!

RoscoeC · May 16, 2009, 08:17 PM

I have tried all sorts of stuff, but I prefer a plain 1" or 1 1/4" leather strap.

Like this one:
http://www.kitterytradingpost.com/pr...51/prodid/8448

I do like a sling on my hunting shotguns and rifles. I usually carry a backpack and a slung weapon is easier to manage when hiking. I like to have my hands free, especially in rough terrain.

squeak003 · May 16, 2009, 09:46 PM

i mainly hunt for deer. there are times i walk almost a mile to one of my blinds through the woods and there are times i ride a 4 wheeler to other blinds

rantingredneck · May 16, 2009, 09:49 PM

I use a simple light weight nylon 1" sling that's easy to adjust with one hand. All my hunting shotguns have slings. I've never had a problem with them getting in my way and when you cover a lot of ground on foot in a day they really help.

zippy13 · May 16, 2009, 10:09 PM

For an infrequent hands-free carry, I keep my slingless gun in a cloth case and use the case's sling.

James R. Burke · May 21, 2009, 06:56 PM

I am pretty much like Oneounceload. No sling on any shotgun. Not saying you should not get one, but for the type hunting myself, and wife do it would not work. We hunt mainly grouse they come up fast, and close. You need to be on them and get on the trigger fast.

Doyle · May 21, 2009, 07:48 PM

Generic model from Wallyworld. It works, doesn't cost a lot, and I won't cry if it gets wet or muddy.

oneounceload · May 21, 2009, 07:56 PM

I'll clarify, as I am an upland hunter, so considering turkey, waterfowl and deer folks was not in my thoughts - sorry. My shotguns are all target or upland oriented; a sling would be a hindrance, not an asset...

rantingredneck · May 22, 2009, 07:30 AM

I do a little of both, but my birding is mostly dove these days. Quail many years ago, but not much of it. When dove hunting it doesn't bother me, but isn't really required either once I get to the field. Depending on where I'm hunting though, I may have to park some distance from where I'm going to set up. Then carrying shotgun, shells, stool, water, etc..... A sling can help.

Most of my hunting with shotguns is deer with turkey following second. Lots of walking to get where you're going. Lots of walking setting up and doing man-drives for deer. A sling really comes in handy there, especially when I'm the one shoulder deep in the briar thicket

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rjheff · May 22, 2009, 07:53 AM

I was thinking of adding a sling to my model 97. Then someone said, well, what about that exposed hammer that could get snagged on anything. I abandoned the sling thought regarding the 97. I do use them for my turkey and rifled barrel Mossy though.

wea5el · May 24, 2009, 12:43 PM

I'm similar to all the above upland hunters and prefer no sling. However, trying to carry a injured bird dog and a shotgun from a field or the mountains can be challenging.

I now always carry 'The Outdoor Connection Brown Bag Sling'. It fits in the game vest pocket and can be slipped on and off in an instance. I added a small carabiner and it doubles as an emergency leash for the dog. I even practice releasing Conibear Traps using the sling to compress the springs in the event the dog gets trapped while hunting the bottom lands. I try to minimize items in the vest but adapt them for multi-uses.

Brown Bag Sling

May 16, 2009, 06:33 PM	#1
squeak003 Member Join Date: August 20, 2008 Location: michigan Posts: 98	what sling and why what sling do u use on your hunting shot gun and why did u choose it? __________________ Mosin Nagant M91, Mosberg 500 12g, ruger 10/22 with a few mods, saiga 20 with a red dot (soon to be converted) will be looking to add to my collection soon (most likely a sig p232)

May 16, 2009, 08:17 PM	#5
RoscoeC Senior Member Join Date: February 21, 2006 Location: DFW Metromess Posts: 562	I have tried all sorts of stuff, but I prefer a plain 1" or 1 1/4" leather strap. Like this one: http://www.kitterytradingpost.com/pr...51/prodid/8448 I do like a sling on my hunting shotguns and rifles. I usually carry a backpack and a slung weapon is easier to manage when hiking. I like to have my hands free, especially in rough terrain. __________________ “Life is either a daring adventure or nothing." --Helen Keller "Do not cry havoc when you should but hunt with modest warrant." --William Shakespeare Glock Certified Armorer NRA Life Member

May 16, 2009, 09:46 PM	#6
squeak003 Member Join Date: August 20, 2008 Location: michigan Posts: 98	i mainly hunt for deer. there are times i walk almost a mile to one of my blinds through the woods and there are times i ride a 4 wheeler to other blinds __________________ Mosin Nagant M91, Mosberg 500 12g, ruger 10/22 with a few mods, saiga 20 with a red dot (soon to be converted) will be looking to add to my collection soon (most likely a sig p232)

May 16, 2009, 09:49 PM	#7
rantingredneck Senior Member Join Date: January 12, 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,728	I use a simple light weight nylon 1" sling that's easy to adjust with one hand. All my hunting shotguns have slings. I've never had a problem with them getting in my way and when you cover a lot of ground on foot in a day they really help. __________________ NRA Member NC Hunter's Education Instructor PCCA Member (What's PCCA you ask? <- Check the link)

May 22, 2009, 07:30 AM	#12
rantingredneck Senior Member Join Date: January 12, 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 4,728	I do a little of both, but my birding is mostly dove these days. Quail many years ago, but not much of it. When dove hunting it doesn't bother me, but isn't really required either once I get to the field. Depending on where I'm hunting though, I may have to park some distance from where I'm going to set up. Then carrying shotgun, shells, stool, water, etc..... A sling can help. Most of my hunting with shotguns is deer with turkey following second. Lots of walking to get where you're going. Lots of walking setting up and doing man-drives for deer. A sling really comes in handy there, especially when I'm the one shoulder deep in the briar thicket . __________________ NRA Member NC Hunter's Education Instructor PCCA Member (What's PCCA you ask? <- Check the link)

May 16, 2009, 06:53 PM	#2
oneounceload Junior member Join Date: April 18, 2008 Location: N. Central Florida Posts: 8,518	What type of hunting are you talking about? I do not have a sling on any hunting shotguns, nor do i see a need to have one

May 16, 2009, 07:18 PM	#4
Pahoo Senior Member Join Date: February 16, 2006 Location: IOWA Posts: 8,783	Years ago, in Greece and Italy, I observed men riding bicycles and motor scooters with shotguns that had slings. Back then, Americans didn't sling many rifles let alone a shotgun. I use a sling on my slug gun when hunting deer but not on upland shooting. I feel they would only get in the way on upland shooting. I know of waterfowl hunters that use slings. Why use them?? I suppose for the same reason you sling a rifle, they are handy. I just use a nylon, well padded camo sling. Nothing fancy ... Be Safe !!!

May 16, 2009, 10:09 PM	#8
zippy13 Senior Member Join Date: August 23, 2008 Location: SoCal Posts: 6,442	For an infrequent hands-free carry, I keep my slingless gun in a cloth case and use the case's sling.

May 21, 2009, 06:56 PM	#9
James R. Burke Senior Member Join Date: January 3, 2009 Location: U.P. of Mich/Quinnesec Posts: 1,897	I am pretty much like Oneounceload. No sling on any shotgun. Not saying you should not get one, but for the type hunting myself, and wife do it would not work. We hunt mainly grouse they come up fast, and close. You need to be on them and get on the trigger fast.

May 21, 2009, 07:48 PM	#10
Doyle Senior Member Join Date: June 20, 2007 Location: Rainbow City, Alabama Posts: 7,167	Generic model from Wallyworld. It works, doesn't cost a lot, and I won't cry if it gets wet or muddy.

May 21, 2009, 07:56 PM	#11
oneounceload Junior member Join Date: April 18, 2008 Location: N. Central Florida Posts: 8,518	I'll clarify, as I am an upland hunter, so considering turkey, waterfowl and deer folks was not in my thoughts - sorry. My shotguns are all target or upland oriented; a sling would be a hindrance, not an asset...

May 22, 2009, 07:53 AM	#13
rjheff Junior Member Join Date: May 19, 2009 Location: SW Pa Posts: 8	I was thinking of adding a sling to my model 97. Then someone said, well, what about that exposed hammer that could get snagged on anything. I abandoned the sling thought regarding the 97. I do use them for my turkey and rifled barrel Mossy though.

May 24, 2009, 12:43 PM	#14
wea5el Junior Member Join Date: January 9, 2007 Posts: 2	I'm similar to all the above upland hunters and prefer no sling. However, trying to carry a injured bird dog and a shotgun from a field or the mountains can be challenging. I now always carry 'The Outdoor Connection Brown Bag Sling'. It fits in the game vest pocket and can be slipped on and off in an instance. I added a small carabiner and it doubles as an emergency leash for the dog. I even practice releasing Conibear Traps using the sling to compress the springs in the event the dog gets trapped while hunting the bottom lands. I try to minimize items in the vest but adapt them for multi-uses. Brown Bag Sling