M1907-type sling as a shooting aid

I'm interested in learning to use a M1907-type loop sling as a shooting aid. This is the old military style sling used with the Garand (and other military rifles) which is made from two strips of leather, a metal "D" ring and two metal prongs used to adjust the length of the two loops.

Does anyone on here use one of these regularly as a shooting aid? Where did you get yours? I'd like to buy one, but I don't want to spend a lot of money. I know that Turner Saddlery in the US supposedly makes a really good version, but for the purposes of just learning to use one, I'm not willing to spend that much. I am considering buying one from Marstar in Vankleek Hill, Ontario, so I am particularly interested in hearing from anyone here that has used their version.

Well that peaked my interest Rob....I was taught to use the sling like this pic (which works great), the back of the sling stays attached to the stock;

http://loungecdn.luckygunner.com/lou...a/slings-2.jpg

So I looked up the how to do it with loops...I had not seen this way before..are you asking about something like this:

http://loungecdn.luckygunner.com/lou...a/slings-3.jpg

Looks like something worth trying....this guy explains how to set it up...

http://www.illinoishighpower.org/general_highpower_info/ISRA%20SR%20Sling.pdf

That sling is not exactly the same as the one I have been learning about. The one I am talking about stays attached at the rear, and the loop is formed with the front loop of leather, but generally, it's a similar set up as the second picture. You form a loop around your bicep. There is also a quicker way to "loop up" that doesn't require tightening the keepers around your bicep, but it's a bit less stable.

I'll try to post a link to the version I am talking about later tonight.

I use one them on my heavy rifles - M305 (M14) and the Rem 700 rifles. Once you learn to use them correctly they are a huge help in keeping the rifle steady. The loop has to be cranked down tight on your bicep. There are several videos on youtube showing how to use them. I use several from Marstar. They are good. The keepers may be a little loose, just cut the thread out and re-stitch them with dental floss or fishing line. I also have a Turner I picked up in the US. They are bombproof. Treat your slings with a leather conditioner and some leather oil or paste. Take care of them a they will outlast you.

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Originally Posted by MikePal

Well that peaked my interest Rob....I was taught to use the sling like this pic (which works great), the back of the sling stays attached to the stock;

http://loungecdn.luckygunner.com/lou...a/slings-2.jpg

So I looked up the how to do it with loops...I had not seen this way before..are you asking about something like this:

http://loungecdn.luckygunner.com/lou...a/slings-3.jpg

Looks like something worth trying....this guy explains how to set it up...

http://www.illinoishighpower.org/general_highpower_info/ISRA%20SR%20Sling.pdf

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That use of the sling is known known the hasty sling. Use that if you do not have time to get the loop sling set up. It works well. Practice with the hasty sling and get it measured out and set up on your rifle.

M1907 sling use and set up.

http://www.scribd.com/mobile/doc/3685711

http://www.turnersling.com/faq_how_use.html

I hope this helps!

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Originally Posted by arclight

I use one them on my heavy rifles - M305 (M14) and the Rem 700 rifles. Once you learn to use them correctly they are a huge help in keeping the rifle steady. The loop has to be cranked down tight on your bicep. There are several videos on youtube showing how to use them. I use several from Marstar. They are good. The keepers may be a little loose, just cut the thread out and re-stitch them with dental floss or fishing line. I also have a Turner I picked up in the US. They are bombproof. Treat your slings with a leather conditioner and some leather oil or paste. Take care of them a they will outlast you.

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The only ones in stock at Marstar are the following:
https://www.marstar.ca/dynamic/produ...roductid=74761
https://www.marstar.ca/dynamic/produ...roductid=74780

Any good?

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Originally Posted by rf2

The only ones in stock at Marstar are the following:
https://www.marstar.ca/dynamic/produ...roductid=74761
https://www.marstar.ca/dynamic/produ...roductid=74780

Any good?

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The dark one is sold out. The tan ones are in stock. I have 2 from Marstar. They work well. Like I said if the keepers are loose, carefully cut out the stitching and re-stitch them with dental floss or fishing line to make them tighter. They will be quite stiff out of the bag. Use a leather oil or paste on them to soften them up.

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Originally Posted by rf2

The only ones in stock at Marstar are the following:
https://www.marstar.ca/dynamic/produ...roductid=74761
https://www.marstar.ca/dynamic/produ...roductid=74780

Any good?

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Darn right,they're good. I have two that older than dirt and are still in excellent condition. I use the leather dressing for my ball gloves to keep it them in shape.

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Originally Posted by trimmer21

Darn right,they're good. I have two that older than dirt and are still in excellent condition. I use the leather dressing for my ball gloves to keep it them in shape.

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Are yours specifically from Marstar? I've read reviews online about various versions that look the same but that could be from different overseas suppliers, and the reviews vary widely.

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Originally Posted by rf2

Are yours specifically from Marstar? I've read reviews online about various versions that look the same but that could be from different overseas suppliers, and the reviews vary widely.

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IIRC,they came from Can Tire probably 15 years ago. They're identical to the Marstar units that are in your post.

Get a Marstar sling and try it out. You will like it. Even if you do not use it as a loop sling, they are very fast to adjust for different rifles.