COTEP rifle slings.

RockIsland1911A · #1 08-12-2011, 06:55 PM

Well, been throwing around the idea of making rifle slings. Just seeing if there would be any takers on this?
My plan is to make an adjustable sling that will measure fom 35 to 40 inch in length, using uncle mikes sling stud ends(dont know what else to call them). The adjustment will be made with holes, and chicago screws, instead of a buckle style system. Possible options would be a cartridge holder, colors of course, basket weave or simular tooling, COTEP or possibly something else tooled onto it. The shoulder part will be padded. Thinking they will be in the $75 to $90 range.
Any thoughts , comments, ideas and prospective buyers , drop a post...
Thanks,
John

wxl · #2 08-13-2011, 07:49 AM

Sounds good, I am partial to Cobra style leather slings w/ Chicago screws. Bought 2 more this year and probably need oneor two more. Like them fairly clean, some tooling OK (border or basket weave, no animals, etc) but no cartridge holders.

Grizzman · #3 08-13-2011, 10:00 AM

I'm interested.

I received my 2nd M1907 sling yesterday (this one from Turner for an M1917), and like the ease of adjustment I get from the hook and hole arrangement. I think the loop above the bicep method is too cumbersome for general range shooting, so I typically use it as I would a standard one piece sling. It's currently set at 33".

RockIsland1911A · #4 08-13-2011, 12:19 PM

I have one i am putting together right now,(which, if it turns out like i think it will, will be up for sale) that has Talon Quick Relase Sling Swivels, adjustable from about 35" to 40", that measurement is from sling stud to sling stud. Accent basket weave on the 1 inch straps, and havnt layed out whats to go on the shoulder pad. The basket weave on the strap are very sutle, but clean and neaat looking, not over crowding the look. Still deciding on a color. Im possibly thinking mahogany with fade to black on the edges.

, i like the concept of the hook and hole style, wonder where i could get the hardware to do something like that?

John

DrHenley · #5 08-14-2011, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by RockIsland1911A

, i like the concept of the hook and hole style, wonder where i could get the hardware to do something like that?

Brownells:

http://www.brownells.com/.aspx/pid=2...US_SLING_HOOKS

Thedragonslayer · #6 08-14-2011, 03:10 PM

Another good opportunity amongst the brethren!

Grouse · #7 08-14-2011, 03:18 PM

I like more traditional rifle slings that allow you to suck the rifle into the shoulder as it wraps around your bicep.

RockIsland1911A · #8 08-14-2011, 05:37 PM

Well here are the pictures so far, mind you they arnt as good quality that i normally use, cuz lighting was crappy and these only have second coat of dye no finish yet.
Hope you like it...

The color on the sling will really pop once i get the finish on it, if you cant tell i went with black on center accent pieces( traditional basket weave) and used mahogany on the rest, also i couldnt find any suitable padding , so i used a third piece of leather , between the 2 ourer shells to make it more rigid and comfy. It is heavy duty, without a doubt!!!
John