I’ve been looking for a 2 point sling for a while and I’ve kind of narrowed it down to two choices. If there are some similar choices I missed, please don’t hesitate to mention them.
The first is the Blue Force Vickers sling. Image here
I have another Blue Force sling and it’s very durable. The webbing is stiff for my tastes, but not doubt it’ll outlast anything I throw at it short of a fireball. I bought the other BF about two years ago so maybe it’s changed since then.
Pro:
-dedicated cinch strap never dangles or changes length. I’m not sure if any other sling has this feature.
-quality fasteners from my previous experience
-brainchild of Larry Vickers
-interchangable attachment points on either end
Con:
-webbing is a tad stiff (maybe not anymore)
-webbing might be a bit thin for heavier arms or prolongued carry
-no bungies on the webbing
Pro:
-elastic bungie band (still has ballistic nylon webbing in parallel in case of failure)
-convertable to 1-pt if I ever needed that
-2" wide webbing would distribute load better on heavier weapons or prolongued carry
-interchangable attachment points on either end
Con:
-cinch strap will dangle when cinched down
-no previous experience (subjective con) and not familiar with the name.
I’m really leaning towards the U-ERT overall but I really don’t like that cinch strap dangling. Both are around the same $50 price range, depending on attachment point options. Of course, if I’m neglecting some other slings that have these features, I’d be glad to take a look at them. I don’t know all the sling manufactuers out there so I probably missed a few.
The Vickers VCAS is excellent. I have a couple and I’m very satisfied with them.
The webbing “breaks in” after some use, and it gets much easier to adjust.
In my opinion it seems to be wide enough and thick enough to support heavier weapons. In fact, I think BFG’s webbing is the best out there right now. Also, this is usually only an issue when not wearing armor or other gear that absorbs the weight.
My only criticism is that the sling lacks a lot of adjustability and that I have to unsling, of at least unloop, to transition to my non-dominant side.
I have heard good things about U-ERT slings, and I’ve handled them, but haven’t used them.
They do look interesting, and definitely worth checking out further.
One you didn’t mention was the Viking Tactics sling.
There are several incarnations of this sling. The design is sound, but some have better materials than others.
Some of the Blackhawk versions had very thin, cheap webbing and while usable, I’d avoid them.
The Larue version looks good, but I haven’t used it. It seems almost overdone as far as being wide and padded. http://stores.homestead.com/Laruetactical/Detail.bok?no=86
I have made a couple of Viking knock-offs that were improvements over the original, at least for me. 1 1/2" webbing on the rear, 1" for the front, same ALICE pack adjuster, and no loop on the loose end and a better adjuster pull.
Anyway, the VTAC has excellent adjustment range, but has the loose end that dangles. Not a big deal really.
I would say that any of the three 2-point slings here would work for you. It just depends on what you want in a sling.
Hey- Buy the U-ERT and let us know what you think of it!
Sound like a resounding yes to the Vickers. I’ll have to buy one of those, and still consider another one as well. I have two firearms to outfit right now and variety is the spice of life.
