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WTF?

it is AT LEAST designed around the criteria that it should first and foremost scratch the HELL of of the rifle, with metal-on-metal contact.

It will definitely leave a mark. Not sure where you are having trouble, but see if these pics clarify.

From Buddy Hinton:

Best,

TC

 

Thanks, but it is it connects to the stock metal loop on the A3 that is missing in every pic known to man, and HTF and WTF the little sliding hook is for.

 

The rear of the sling has a flat piece of spring steel that will open up and slip over the loop on the A3 stock just as it attaches to the A2 stock (it will remove some finish it that's what you're worried about. The sliding hook connects to either a slim or wide forearm as shown in the bottom picture. See below:

HTH,

TC

 

The problem I've been having with the sling on an A3 stock is that it keeps looping in front of my face when I come up on target. When I expect to see my sights, all I see is my sling. The only solution I have found is to keep the sling as tight as I can to help pull it down, but then the sling becomes uncomfortable to use. I've been using a Blackhawk sling that doesn't loop in front of my face, but it's much harder to switch the sling between a fixed stock and an A3 stock since it doesn't have the clip.

 

I have decided to keep the thing in a bag for posterity and ordered a Vickers padded setup. When I saw how the metal would scratch, that was enough for me. I still wish that someone would supply ONE picture of the entire sling as mounted.

 

The 3 point sling is good for one thing, completing a NIB 91 (with factory accessories). The instructions are as clear as mud.

 

Stick with the leather sling... looks good and is pretty durable (CHEAP TOO!)

3 point slings weren't engineered too well imo.

 

This.
I use a leather german sling on my own.

 

This one is cake compared to the SL8 sling.

 

There's a 3-part series of G36 instructional videos on youtube that included the 3-point sling. A quick search for "g36 instruction video" there turned them up. I haven't watched them in a couple of years though, so can't remember how illuminating they were on the mysteries of that particular piece of equipment.

 

The HKPRO MP5 class actually has a section dedicated to using the 3 point sling correctly. It is NOT the most intuitive thing out there. But when used correctly, works amazingly well.

 

Yes, that metal double loop certainly will screw the finish if used in conjunction with the mag well sling clip. Then again, the MP5 was not designed with civilians (or for keeping for years on end in a safe) in mind! Don't use the R3/3 if you want to keep your MP5or clone in pristine condition. Otherwise just shoot the weapon and enjoy it.
By the way, I believe that photo on page one shows incorrect positioning of the double loop, albeit not on an MP5 magwell clip! As far as I know, it's the cross bar of the double loop that is supposed to mate with the magwell (or in the case of the photo handguard) clip.

 

By the way, I believe that photo on page one shows incorrect positioning of the double loop, albeit not on an MP5 magwell clip! As far as I know, it's the cross bar of the double loop that is supposed to mate with the magwell (or in the case of the photo handguard) clip.

This pic?

I never noticed this, but it would make sense because the cross bar is at an angle and does not go straight across. Thanks for pointing this out.

Best,

TC

 

I'll check the videos, thanks, but I ordered another Vickers sling for the times I might take it to the range and leave the finish scraping little b*****d off it and keep it for collection purposes. It would be nice if someone made a copy with polymer parts just to futz around with.

 

I'll check the videos, thanks, but I ordered another Vickers sling for the times I might take it to the range and leave the finish scraping little b*****d off it and keep it for collection purposes. It would be nice if someone made a copy with polymer SARS ware just to futz around with.

FWIW, I've been toying with using the Vickers sling with a CAR adapter on my 93a3. So it is the most utilitarian setup I have found to date for a 9x's series A3 variant. And I second PSG1's sentiments on the true role for the 3-point sling...tucked away neatly for collector value.

 

The one with the yellow circle.

 

TC, sorry. Just read your last para which I didn't notice earlier.
Regards.
Keith.

 

lol And I thought I was the only one. I just said f it and tied it like a shoelace.

 

If someone would lay the weapon and 3 point out and take a pic of the ENTIRE weapon and sling it would go a long way toward alleviating confusion, rather than relying on crappy Geman I illustrations made by a toddler.

 

This was quite a job,...hope this makes it a little easier.
Link: http://www.hkpro.com/forum/hk-long-gun-talk/149945-hk-3-point-sling.html#post1117514

 

This video series from Brownells/PoliceStore.com is very helpful in explaining the differences between sling types.

 

got a link? I tried looking on their websites but couldn't find anything. Open source searches came up empty as well.

 

I use one of these with the HK adapter hook. Works really well.

Blue Force Gear Single Point Padded Bungee Sling - Black

 

I never been a fan of 3pts on anything to be honest, this one just looks extra complicated, I think i have some of the regular leather ones laying around. Ill send you one for nothing if you want it.

 

Aside from being confusing, the other major problem is, it's too thin. For the weight that it has, it needs to be at least 1.5" wide and maybe wider. It's so narrow that it cuts into the shoulder.