What type of sling does the army use

General » General Discussion. Site Notices. Meyers' New "Pocket Rocket". So, What sling does the Army use on M4's? An issued one. Unless you buy your own thats better. Quoted: An issued one. Standard issue slings are the best IMHO. Everybody comes to Iraq and immediatley buys the damn Mamba or some other high speed sling. Pain in the ass if you ask me. This pull tab is a quick adjustment device. When the tab is pulled to the front, it instantly tightens the sling. This tightened sling now sits tight against the body and allows the operator to move, climb, or carry things with both hands in use.

On the opposite spectrum, if you pull the tab to the rear, it instantly loosens the sling. This allows you to use the sling with complete mobility as if it was a single point. When run loose, you can maximize your mobility and move the weapon around with ease. Another big difference is the amount of hardware Blue Force Gear produces to allow the user to attach the sling to their weapon.

This includes various hooks, QD attachment points, U-Loops, and more. This makes it easy to attach the sling to multiple weapons or at multiple points on your gun. Why not go big when it comes to modularity? Pouches Belt Pouches. Pocket Holster. Medical Items Medical Gear. Medical Supplies. Military NSN Pouches. Law Enforcement. Helium Whisper. Vickers Sling. Military Items.

Standard Issue Vickers Sling. The Vickers Sling attaches directly to fixed loop firearm attachment systems. Additional hardware can be purchased and added to the front and backend of the sling for more firearm attachment methods. There are two options available, Nylon or Metal. There is also an option to upgrade to metal, machined aluminum hardware for extra strength. For the padded version - see the Padded Vickers Sling page.

Reversible Muzzel Up - traditional bolt action rifles and shotguns carry for Military Applications. Additionally, there is a sample video for attaching a Vickers Sling to weapons with fixed loops; video shows buttstock attachment to front attachment examples on a shotgun.

For special colors and patterns - such as Safety Orange, Kryptek Typhon to name a few — take a look at the Custom Sling Builder for the most up to date availability of colors, patterns, and hardware. Vickers Slings. Other Slings. Sling Hardware.