ExpressYourself
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I am not sure this is posted in the best location but I will give this a try. I need some recommendations from forum members that have direct knowledge related to my specific problem.
I am heading to Alaska next month and will be taking along a .375 (with barrel band sling mount). Since I use this rifle in Africa (without a sling) I just thought I would pop on a sling from one of my other rifles to utilize for carrying my rifle.
The problem I have run into is the sling is far to short to work on a rifle with barrel band sling attachment. Can anyone recommend a brand and model of sling that will alleviate this issue. I am not looking for a fancy sling just a sling that will go through front barrel band swivel and rear stock sling swivel with the appropriate length for over the shoulder carry. I prefer nylon since I'll be getting rained on for 10 days but I guess canvas would be ok as well.
Thanks in advance for any recommendations that may come through.
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tkv000
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Depends on your rifle, but this one fits my Brno with barrel band:
http://www.levysleathers.com/product;cat,160;item,769;Padded-SN14
Very comfortable and not made in China (just a personal thing)
What kind of rifle?
Opps, link didn't work, but check out there slings from the main page
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DarylS
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Check out the military-type slings - try cabalas or other shops like that. They are VERY adjustable, about normal pricing for a sling these days, and make of good leather.
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Depends on your rifle, but this one fits my Brno with barrel band:
http://www.levysleathers.com/product;cat,160;item,769;Padded-SN14
Very comfortable and not made in China (just a personal thing)
What kind of rifle?
Opps, link didn't work, but check out there slings from the main page
Thanks for the tip. I will check their main page. The rifle is nothing fancy...my go to rifle. Winchester Classic Super Express (.375 H&H) with talley rings and bases and a Zeiss Diavari V 1.5-6 X42. It shoots well so we get along very well. The swivel attachments are approximately 30.5" apart (barrel attachment to stock swivel attachment).
I also have a .416 in the same configuration but the .375 should be more than adequate for this trip. Thanks again for the photos and link.
Shawn
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Check out the military-type slings - try cabalas or other shops like that. They are VERY adjustable, about normal pricing for a sling these days, and make of good leather.
I will look at the military slings at Cabelas. Thanks. I was looking over their website prior to my post. It's always difficult when you can't pick-up something to look at the quality so I appreciate your recommendation.
Shawn
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Der_Jaeger
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For a classic rifle, I really like the bridle leather Boyt Harness sling. For an all-day carry rifle, I've grown very fond of the neoprene type Vero Vellini slings. They are extremely comfortable!
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Ripp
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while not very "classy looking"...I have a barrel band on my .416's...and have used the stretchy Butler Creek slings..because of the material they are made of --don't really have to worry about weather much..and they really do ride nicely on the shoulder...have used them for years on all my rifles...have tried others but keep going back to these...
Ripp
http://www.butler-creek.com/products/comfort_stretch_slings.html
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ExpressYourself
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For a classic rifle, I really like the bridle leather Boyt Harness sling. For an all-day carry rifle, I've grown very fond of the neoprene type Vero Vellini slings. They are extremely comfortable!
I had never tried the neoprene type of slings and I do not personally know anyone who has one. Nice to know that they work well! It is tough to beat the look of nice bridle leather. Where I am heading for this particular trip it is going to get soaked daily. I may need to stay away from the leather products as much as I like the look of leather. 
Shawn
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while not very "classy looking"...I have a barrel band on my .416's...and have used the stretchy Butler Creek slings..because of the material they are made of --don't really have to worry about weather much..and they really do ride nicely on the shoulder...have used them for years on all my rifles...have tried others but keep going back to these...
Ripp
http://www.butler-creek.com/products/comfort_stretch_slings.html
Thanks for the link Ripp. Sounds like a good vote of confidence for neoprene.
Shawn
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ExpressYourself
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Just wanted to thanks those of you who provided links and also your experience, opinions and recommendations on my query. I was reluctant to post it since it is rather minor in the grand scheme of things...but I do value experienced opinion and do appreciate your replies. Thanks again.
Shawn
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Der_Jaeger
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I had never tried the neoprene type of slings and I do not personally know anyone who has one. Nice to know that they work well!
Shawn
They work very well, indeed. I believe it's the same type of sling Ripp mentioned. It's a stretchy type of sling and I think the name is Vero Vellini. The rifles rides very comfortably, the sling doesn't slip off the shoulder, it's impervious to weather, and the stretchiness absorbs all of the bumps and banging around when climbing hills and other obstacles. I recommend them highly. I bought mine at Cabelas.
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mickey
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I guess I am in the minority but I don't care for the neoprene slings. I have a Vellini and a couple of others I can't remember and have tried to like them because they are comfortable when standing. But the darn things bounce around when you walk. They have so much give, or spring, that they are constantly moving up and down. I find this very irritating.
I like the 1 1/2", or better yet, 2" Canvas slings. You can get them from Jeff's Outdoors and Cabelas. Just make sure to order the length you want as they only adjust about 4". They are cotton and nylon so should be fine when wet and, even if they only last a couple of weeks, are the cheapest part of your hunt. I have had one I bought in Belgium well over 20 years and it just gets better looking every time I use it.
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The reason I suggested the military-type sling, is the front loop becomes an arm loop for stability in offhand, sitting and prone shooting. It's almost like having an Ancheutz-type target sling as with provided sliders, they'll do a similar job as the belt-loop tightener on the match rifle sling, but then, also carry your rifle at the correct height for you while walking. I am in full agreement with Finn Agaard's 'Rifle' article on slings.
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I would go with a TexasHuntco.
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I guess I am in the minority but I don't care for the neoprene slings.
Agree. I reckon neoprene is useless for slings - for all types of guns.
Far too Springy.
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Ripp
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I guess I am in the minority but I don't care for the neoprene slings.
Agree. I reckon neoprene is useless for slings - for all types of guns.
Far too Springy.
What the hell, you guys hunt in high heels or what??? 
Ripp
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mickey
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I guess I am in the minority but I don't care for the neoprene slings.
Agree. I reckon neoprene is useless for slings - for all types of guns.
Far too Springy.
What the hell, you guys hunt in high heels or what???
Ripp
I guess if you are old and move very slowly the rifle wouldn't bounce much. Or if you're weak and carry a small rifle you wouldn't notice the bounce much.
Maybe you are just used to your suspenders snapping all the time. 
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I guess I am in the minority but I don't care for the neoprene slings.
Agree. I reckon neoprene is useless for slings - for all types of guns.
Far too Springy.
What the hell, you guys hunt in high heels or what???
Ripp
Ripp, you're absolutely right. I'm convinced that both Mickey and 500nitro wear high heels to make their legs look longer and sexier while hunting. 
Seriously though, I too have used a Butler Creek neoprene sling these last few years, and have found it to be very comfortable when used for hour after hour. I do understand the "springy" thing that Mickey mentions, but after a while I didn't notice it much any more.
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Der_Jaeger
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It's that little bit of "springiness" that makes it so comfortable and able to absorb the shocks you would get with a leather or canvas sling. It also doesn't dig into your shoulder. Let the hunting situation and climate dictate which to use. Buy one of each.
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Ripp
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Agree---in the spring and fall hunts I hike mile after mile--with NO shoulder discomfort...agree there is some springy feeling ..but I really don't notice it--whether I am using a very heavy rifle or one of my ultra-light customs...
Actually, at the beginning of this thread--I suggested what I did because of the weather more so than the comfort--however with these you get both...IMHO....
Ripp
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