I have a Blue Force Gear VCAS sling and its the best sling I’ve ever used. I like that the QD sling swivel is sewn in, but I can’t find anymore like that.
Is having a sewn in sling swivel that important? I like the peace of mind that it offers (as someone who has had one come undone and watched his muzzle slam into the deck in front of someone important)
Edit: After searching, I’ve found Grant sells them and I ordered one from him. I think BFG discontinued them. I’m still curious as to whether or not having a sewn in QD point has any benefits (or cons) over non sewn slings.
I don’t like the sewn in version…it cost more and as already mentioned lacks versatility. Properly set up it should not unthread. I also like being able to add a BFG 2 to 1 adapter…which really makes the Vickers sling the best of both worlds.
On another note, converting one to a sewn in type is as simple as sewing it in yourself or having it done at your local alterations or shoe repair shop.
I have both the sewn in version and the other version and like them both. I don’t know if I prefer one over the other. I would guess it’s personal preference.
I thought it was LaRue that was the first to order them with QD sew-in.
Anyways you guys have to get with the program and make some with the QD sew-in and the Mount n-slot 2pt to 1 pt adapter with 1.5" webbing and comfy padding.
FYI, LaRue had the QD swivels sewn on to the VTAC sling, not the VCAS. (Grant and I were typing simultaneously I see).
I use the sewn versions and like them a lot. Most of our rifles and shotguns at work have the non-sewn versions. Both are good slings, I just prefer the G&R version.
I really like them, no plastic buckles to deal with, just the parts you need. I have a few now and all of my guns have stocks with QD sockets, Noveske end plates, and some form of a socket up front. The gun can be slick in 10 seconds or have a sling in the same time.
Possibly, I got mine in 2007, IRC Magpul were selling them on their website too but I believe they were on LT old old website too.
Well, I’m running it on my HD SBR on a Noveske QD plate and I still love it. I also got a Husky padded, very similar design, wish they build it with QD sew-in too. Time will tell if it survive as long as my VCAS.
I agree. I love the padded VCAS with the sewn-in QD’s. It keeps the sling sleek and free of loose ends, etc. Outstanding quality and easy to use. All my AR’s are being transitioned to this sling.
I agree, this is the only sling I’ve ever tried that I am completely satisfied with. The MS2 has its flaws, and I like that there are no “leftovers” to get in the way next to each sling swivel. Its all very sleek and clean.
This is the answer that works for me also. I bought the “G&R” version and was very happy with it… Until Mount and Slot came out with their 2 to 1 tri-glide and I wanted to run it.
I have the VCAS sling that has one QD swivel sewn in. The other end is standard like any other sling.
As I always plan on using a QD attachment in the front, this is a non-issue for me. as for the rear, I originally planned on not using an QD, which is why I got this model. However, I now use a QD on both ends. I just bought a second QD sling swivel and I’m good to go.
I got mine in 2008… still the sling on my go-to rifle (different rifle now, only common parts are the sling and rear BUIS). I now have four more.
If the non-sewn in didn’t require bulky plastic (on the front part) to work ideally, I’d have just gone that route.
I think BFG closed out the majority of their sewn-in QD models on black firday, even the Cobra Buckles versions, so I’m not sure if they’re keeping the design moving forward, but BFG isn’t known for unresponsiveness when it comes to customer wants - which is why they have so many flavors of VCAS slings, and all are well liked by their owners.
DSG Arms has them in stock if anyone is looking for any.
Also converting the sling of your choice to a sewn in QD style is as simple as doing it yourself or taking it to the local shoe repair store as they have the extra strong thread and machines to stitch it…cost you $5-10 at most.
I just picked up the VCAS sling (not padded) with the QD attachments sewn in on both ends. I have an LMT 2000 Defender with QD mounts all over the place. This sling is excactly what I was looking for. Very simple and functional!
I picked it up directly from Blue Force Gear only a couple of weeks ago but I see they are not listed anymore? As already noted, they can currently be found at G and R Tactical and DSG Arms.
Mr. G&R can you insert a link to that sling, for the life of me I cannot find it on your site. This will be my first sling. Or should I wait until the new wider model hits the shelves ?
