slings

[tblack]

How do I make a sling for my Hawken rifle without drilling holes for mounts?

 

[BrownBear]

This is a dandy. If you don't want to buy, I think there's enough info in the photo to help you make your own.

 

[ebiggs1]

If your gun is a TC, I don't like or recommend the ram rod thimble sling swivels. They are pretty weak and can, and do, let go! :nono:

 

[Vaino]

On all my Hawken type rifles, the toeplate is made from 1/8" thick steel and a stud that accepts a modern sling swivel is riveted to the toeplate. The forward "hanger" is held by a slot filed in the backside of under rib...in the vertical position, the "hanger" rests on the RR pipe so as to not interfere w/ reinserting the RR. If an "older" style rear sling attachment is wanted, a different style of "sling swivel" can be made.....Fred

 

[Rifleman1776]

The one BB references is pretty popular. (at least with the sellers :wink: ) When I first started this game I used one similar and didn't like it. Very akward and put the rifle out of use when hunting. And, when else would you want to carry it if not using? When I built my Brown Bess I didn't even install the sling swivels. Uh-Oh!! :shocked2: TG is going to get on me for not being 'authentic'.

 

[tblack]

Thanks for the information but I don't want to put swivels on the rod thimbles nor drill a hole in the stock. I saw them at TOTW but they are on back order and I need it now. Also does the tie on the barrel block sight view?

 

[BrownBear]

The one BB references is pretty popular. (at least with the sellers :wink: ) When I first started this game I used one similar and didn't like it. Very akward and put the rifle out of use when hunting. And, when else would you want to carry it if not using? When I built my Brown Bess I didn't even install the sling swivels. Uh-Oh!! :shocked2: TG is going to get on me for not being 'authentic'.

I keep it rolled in my bag. Put it on when I need two hands, take it off when I'm looking for a shot. In our steep terrain it's a boon for uphill and down, as well as when I'm dragging out a deer.

I've tried all sorts of other arrangements for leaving the sling in place full time. The problem with any that loop over the barrel, it interferes with the low sights I prefer. Best compromise I've found is with a clamp-on front swivel stud intended for use with tubular magazined lever rifles, attached to a ramrod pipe. The sling is a hybrid with the bottom end a loop from a slip-on shotgun sling. It goes over the butt and synches tight right behind the trigger guard.

Best thing for the folks that care, you can unclamp that front stud and return the rifle to "historic" configuration.

 

[buttonbuck]

good to know I was considering drilling a hole in my renegade stock for a sling swivel, now I won't.

 

[Stumpkiller]

You can lace that type sling on through the ramrod if your sights are low - just don't yank it around. I use one on my PA longrifle as well as my T/C, but I never put it on until I'm dragging a deer out. I carry the rifle at "ready arms" when I'm hunting . . . without the sling.

 

tblack,
I have 3 available, like what Stumpy pictured. PM me if you want info.
Mark

 

[S.Kenton]

I use a " slip on lace sling" It's not hard to make.. and they work nice.Mine has no adverse effect on my sights or sight picture. The only thing bad I can say about mine is that the sling portion seems a little short for my GPR. I am going to make it a bit longer as soon as I get more leather.. I made one just like this. http://www.cabelas.com/black-powde...ferralID=4d074eb1-123c-11e1-9866-001b2166becc

 

[aeatwood]

And sometimes you can ignore the holes:

 

[tblack]

Great looking gun, love the wood. Good looking sling too.

 

[tblack]

Yes, I would like more info.

 

[jbtusa]

I have one of these slings too. I love it and there's no drilling. It's universal so you can use it on any gun.

 

PT sent to you yesterday.
Mark