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2/18/2010 10:57:39 AM EDT
I now have a single point sling on my AR, but have found a 2 good deals on a 2 point and a 3 point sling. And was wanting to get a new one. But not sure the one I should I get though? And why? Looking at them it seems the 3 point would get in the way of the bolt catch operations and stuff? Any how what is AR15.com pep's preferences on them?

Thanks!
2/18/2010 11:01:20 AM EDT
[#1]
Most people prefer 2 point over 3

My old 3 was always too short when I went prone
2/18/2010 11:10:09 AM EDT
[#2]
2 point, padded Vickers should fit your needs very nicely.

2/18/2010 11:10:11 AM EDT
[#3]
2 point fits most people best. I had a 3 point and hated it.
The only sling I will buy for an AR now is a Vickers padded sling or a LaRue padded sling.
2/18/2010 11:10:51 AM EDT
[#4]
I was issued a 3 point my first time in iraq... that only lasted about 2 weeks till my two point to came in.  

Just felt weird and never fit right and made me nervous that when i would need it, i would be all tangled up in the sling.
2/18/2010 11:38:05 AM EDT
[#5]
Thanks for the help every one!
2/18/2010 12:38:15 PM EDT
[#6]
I would look at the Magpul MS2 that converts from 1 point to 2 point in seconds.
2/18/2010 12:46:44 PM EDT
[#7]
The only slings I like are the black silent slings, maybe with a top sling kit.

Or the real nice leather ones. Or the canvas web slings with the metal clip, for an M1/M1A
2/18/2010 12:49:06 PM EDT
[#8]
Vickers!!!
2/18/2010 12:55:38 PM EDT
[#9]
You may find this useful:



03designgroup | Tactical Slings For The Carbine






2/18/2010 12:56:10 PM EDT
[#10]
Quoted:
The only slings I like are the black silent slings, maybe with a top sling kit.


+1 or the 2 pt Gear Sector that's on my Stag.
2/18/2010 1:15:51 PM EDT
[#11]
The 3 point sling is worthless. A vickers combat 2 point sling will to the job a 3 point/2 point/ 1point sling does, obviously the advantage of a 2 point sling, and can be used the same way a 1 point sling is used to switch from one shoulder to another.
2/18/2010 1:38:58 PM EDT
[#12]
Quoted:
You may find this useful:


http://www.03designgroup.com/photo/tactical-slings-for-the-carbine/icon-tactical-slings.jpg
03designgroup | <a href="http://www.03designgroup.com/technotes/tactical-slings-for-the-carbine" target="_blank">Tactical Slings For The Carbine http://demigodllc.com/icon/extwh3.png</a>










Excellent write up as usual, also great work on the rig. I will have one before my next carbine class.
2/18/2010 3:47:49 PM EDT
[#13]
Another vote for a BFG VCAS.  After trying multiple 1 and 2 pt slings this is the one I use on all my rifles now.
2/18/2010 4:33:33 PM EDT
[#14]
spec ops master blaster

There is a nifty 2 point.

It has a bungee, quick adjust, quick release, and it has a wide shoulder section.
2/18/2010 10:18:57 PM EDT
[#15]
I've used a 3 point sling for over a year and really like it.  The one I use now is made by EV-tactical, which was given to me.  I only throw it on about once a week but I haven't had any problems.  I'm waiting on a Specter Gear 3 point sling but the design is the same.
2/20/2010 9:03:49 PM EDT
[#16]
Like I tell everyone. You will not be sorry with the BDSTACTICAL Dual Sling. Simple and effective. You can buy the fancy MS2's and Vickers, but this does the same thing only cheaper and better.  http://www.bdstacticalgear.com/pd_bds_tactical_dual_sling.cfm
2/21/2010 4:17:54 AM EDT
[#17]
Thanks for the kind words d90king



2/24/2010 7:18:39 PM EDT
[#18]
This is nice: http://www.specopsbrand.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductID=62#
2/26/2010 5:52:46 AM EDT
[#19]
I like the G.I. silent slings, and this one from Eagle Industries
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