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Offline TX7Mag

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Need rifle sling for new rifle
« on: July 29, 2007, 04:00:56 PM »
I just picked up my new rifle and I am looking for a GREAT sling to compliment the gun.  I have looked at Gander Mountain Cabella's, BPS, Academy and they all seem to carry the same stuff.  So far, I am not impressed with Butler Creek's offerings so I have ruled them out.  I definitely DO not want a leather sling.

Does anyone have or have used the Ultraflex rifle sling?  To view the sling go to www.specialtyoutdoorproducts.net


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Re: Need rifle sling for new rifle
« Reply #1 on: July 29, 2007, 06:40:23 PM »
I like the Quake  "Claw". Very non slip, comfortable and durable.
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Re: Need rifle sling for new rifle
« Reply #2 on: July 30, 2007, 03:06:40 AM »
I agree with the "Claw".It's lightweight and comfortable,and wont slide around when you are walking with it.I believe they are around $20 or so and come in a variety of colors.

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Re: Need rifle sling for new rifle
« Reply #3 on: July 30, 2007, 03:26:01 AM »
What ever you end up with make sure it`s got "grip" on the shoulder area.  Top side of course. 
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Re: Need rifle sling for new rifle
« Reply #4 on: July 30, 2007, 11:48:45 PM »
My friend and I both have the ultra flex, they work.  I've never had any trouble with it falling off my shoulder.  Before I was always had to keep one hand on my sling while walking, not so with the ultra flex.  I think it is well worth the money.
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Re: Need rifle sling for new rifle
« Reply #5 on: July 31, 2007, 05:55:39 AM »
Do you guys remember that ad on the outdoor channel about 4 or 5 years ago about a rubber sling?  They had had that guy with the mustache, and you could apparently also use it on bows too.  It kinda looked like the ultraflex that you guys are talking about.

In any event, I bought two of those from that ad and I really like them.  Truthfully, it is essentially a thick elastic rubber band of sorts, but it works great.  With some slings, only the shoulder portion provides non-slippage (if at all).  With this sling, it provides non-slippage virtually everywhere it comes in contact with, and since it is flexible, as you are walking, or jump up and down for whatever reason, there is less shock to your body (and shoulders).  I highly recommend it.

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Re: Need rifle sling for new rifle
« Reply #6 on: July 31, 2007, 01:05:02 PM »
I believe they are the same (maybe the name has changed.)  I can't find the package mine came in, but I bought it from the "guy with the mustache" at the Buckmaster's Expo last year.  He had a booth set up, and several guns with the sling attached so you could try them out for yourself.  My sling has the same logo as the website that the original poster had the link for.  Anyway, it's a good sling, like I said before, worth the money.
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Re: Need rifle sling for new rifle
« Reply #7 on: July 31, 2007, 04:32:12 PM »
Thank you for the postings and opinions.

Yall are right on track with the description with "the guy with the mustache"  that is exactly how I remembered this sling being advertised.  Hopefully with that being said "the guy with the mustache" has not lost too much business due to the fact that no one is able to remember the name of the product itself.  Perhaps he needs to hire a marketing company. 

One of the partners on our lease has the sling and really likes it, but sad to say he couldn't remember the name of the sling either. 

This weekend is the Texas Trophy Hunters Extravaganza in Houston, TX and I am going there hoping that a distributor will be selling them.  If not, than I guess I will have to order them on line.

TX7Mag
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Re: Need rifle sling for new rifle
« Reply #8 on: August 02, 2007, 03:54:28 PM »
Where can I find the Quake "claw"?

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Re: Need rifle sling for new rifle
« Reply #9 on: August 02, 2007, 04:38:10 PM »
Turner is the ONLY leather sling.
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Re: Need rifle sling for new rifle
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Re: Need rifle sling for new rifle
« Reply #11 on: August 15, 2007, 03:23:36 AM »
May I politely interject with the idea of Brownells Latigo sling?  I have two and both a classic looking, fully functional, exactly as advertised pieces of leather that work as a carry strap and shooting sling.
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Re: Need rifle sling for new rifle
« Reply #12 on: August 15, 2007, 06:34:29 PM »
My Ultraflex slings arrived today (Wednesday).  The people at Specialty Outdoor Products were very professional.  I put the order in late Friday afternoon and was told that they would be shipped out on Monday.  Not bad since it only took 2 days to go from Michigan to Texas. 

I have two Latigo slings and they are the one of the best straps/shooting slings out there.  When I set out to buy another rifle I committed to go with a "weather proof" rifle.  Thus my reluctance to go with a Latigo. 

Here is what I ended up with:
Stainless action and barrel
Bushnell Elite 3200 scope
Ultraflex sling. 
BIG Umbrella  (Just kidding)

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Re: Need rifle sling for new rifle
« Reply #13 on: August 16, 2007, 01:14:59 AM »
Congrats on the purchase.  Have you attached that sling to your gun?  I find that sling (although essentially a piece of rubber) to be very comfortable, has great grip, causes less shock to my shoulder and back because it is flexible, and really allows you the opportunity to have a much more stable off-hand shot.

Tell me if you  agree, in whole or in part.

Zachary
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Re: Need rifle sling for new rifle
« Reply #14 on: August 16, 2007, 05:34:54 PM »
Zachary -

I put the sling on my rifle last night.  An YES it does a great job staying put on your shoulder.  I tried to make it slip off and unless I leaned over excessively it would just stay put.   

The same can be said for using it as a shooting sling..  It was very easy to adjust and once you get wrapped up in the sling it really does a good job holding the rifle steady. 

So far the only drawback is its looks.  It does look like a high tech piece of rubber, and on should not put this on their gun if they are looking for a pretty sling. 

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Re: Need rifle sling for new rifle
« Reply #15 on: August 17, 2007, 02:22:03 AM »
When I go hunting, we take a 4x4 because you  never know of the terrain or the weather.  The ranch 4x4 is an older truck, not very pretty, but it gets the job done better than any pretty sedan. 

I generally think of my rifles the same way.  In fact, when I bought my own first rifle back in about 1988 or 89, it was a Browning Stainless Synthetic (called a Stainless Stalker) in, guess what, 7mm Rem Mag, and I remember even the catalog similarly marketed this rifle (which was essentially one of the first stainless synthetic rifles available) as the "4 wheel drive of rifles."  Well, that got my attention, and as an 18 year old kid, it fit my then philosophy. Well, then again, to an extent, it still fits my philosophy.  I would say that about 90 to 95% of all my rifles are stainless synthetic.  Do I have some beautiful, pretty wood/blue rifles?  Yes.  Off the top of my head, a Tikka WH Deluxe in 7mm Rem Mag, and a Sako Deluxe in .308.  These guns, especially the Sako, are just too pretty to take out into the field.  However, with my stainless synthetic rifles, I don't worry about scratches, possible change of POI in extreme temperature changes, or greater possibility of the formation of rust.

Why do I say all of this?  Well, when you mentioned that the sling is not pretty, I started smiling because that is exactly what I though when I first saw it.  However, I must say that sling, other than looks, truly has all of the benefits that all hunters want.  Also, I don't have to worry about it getting ruined in the rain like I would with a pretty leather sling.

For those who have used both the rubber sling and a leather sling (even the "best" leather sling), there really is little comparison in terms of performance because the rubber sling blows away any leather sling....except for looks (big deal.).

Trust me, you  are going to be VERY happy with that sling.  I bought 2 of them a few years back or so, and I no longer use any of my leather slings.

Zachary
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