Magpul MS3 Sling Overview/Review


In general, I’m a single point kind of guy. That said––-single, 2 point, and 3 point slings all have their own pros and cons… The MS3 sling by Magpul combines the benefits of single and 2 point slings as well as adding a quick adjust tab into a single, well made, and affordable product. Here’s a few of the features the sling comes with:

-No more outsourced components. Magpul makes all the hardware themselves now and use a hybrid polymer and steel mechanism to clip on to attachment points.
-It’s composed of lightweight (6.2oz total weight), 1.25’’ nylon webbing. So far, it’s proven very durable and fray resistant.
-They ditched the old paracord that was on the MS2––-a big improvement in my opinion.
-The adjustment loop seems thicker and more robust than the old MS2.
-They also offer an integral QD mount version; but I haven’t tested that yet.
-The MSRP is only $49 and can be found for much less (I paid $35 shipped for mine).

Here’s a video showing some shooting with the sling in single point mode on an AR and 2 point configuration on an AK, followed by an attempt at explaining the features and how it works.

Magpul MS3 Sling Review HD Video Link

The MS3 is the fourth sling I have tried–and the best.

For me, the part of the sling between the gun adn the loop is too long, making the gun hang too low for my preference.

I love mine:

It is definitely a big improvement from the MS2, IMO.

I have mine in Damage Industries QD D-Ring swivels. The D-rings are a great compliment to the hook like engagement of the MS series slings.

The MS3 is really what the MS2 should have been. Mine replaced a VTAC Upgraded sling.