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John Hearne
10-28-08, 13:58
I'm about to buy a sling for a SBS Remington 870. I'm leaning towards a Vicker's Tactical sling but don't know how to attach the sling to the stock. I'm not looking for a receiver plate but someway to put the sling on the back of the stock. Any ideas?

DJK
10-28-08, 15:46
This might work for you:

http://www.blueforcegear.com/product.cfm?type=cat&cat_id=5&prod_id=87

Danny Boy
10-28-08, 16:02
I have this one on my 870.

http://www.optactical.com/vitabuadform.html

Few bucks cheaper. Doesn't shift at all. Looks like it sits a little further down than the BFG version which may be good if you have the sling mount point on the under side of your stock like mine. Adapter sits past it and stops any rearward play.

Edit. On further inspection, I notice that BFG make a weapon specific 870 model, so may be better just to get that one if you're ordering the sling from there too.

Buck
10-28-08, 20:07
I run a VCAS on my duty 870 and I have the answer,,, but im busy at work... Give me a day or 2 and ill post some pics...

B

mark5pt56
10-28-08, 21:10
I just use the standard end cap swivel and fix the stock end to the "pistol grip" section of the standard stock. You can use some 550 cord or the AK stock adapter that BFG sells.

I had the GG&G receiver end plate and the end cap swivel plate I took them off because the rear one got in the way of grip, especially off side and run your support hand thumb into the end cap end plate once, and you'll see.

My opinion anyhow.

The DD end plate
http://www.blueforcegear.com/product.cfm?type=cat&cat_id=5&prod_id=71

This is an option as posted above
http://www.blueforcegear.com/product.cfm?type=cat&cat_id=5&prod_id=87

or they one I spoke of--but I had some stock and went to the shoe shop-two looped ends, no hardware
http://www.blueforcegear.com/product.cfm?type=cat&cat_id=5&prod_id=75
http://www.blueforcegear.com/product.cfm?type=cat&cat_id=5&prod_id=74

SRG
11-03-08, 22:48
Hey, Buck, I have a sheriff over here with the padded VCAS and an 870. I'd be anxious to see what you have come up with. He's a southpaw and I'm working on something that may improve the sling positioning.

Redmanfms
11-05-08, 19:16
Once I get a proper buttstock for my Police Magnum (mine currently wears a Remington top-folder) I'm going to have the stock milled out and a sling bar added ala the M1 Carbine (except the bar will be fixed). For it to work with a lefty configuration you can reverse the side of the taper cut (or add an equal cut to both and have the bar in the middle).

Maybe I should file a patent...... :p

toddackerman
11-06-08, 19:56
I'm about to buy a sling for a SBS Remington 870. I'm leaning towards a Vicker's Tactical sling but don't know how to attach the sling to the stock. I'm not looking for a receiver plate but someway to put the sling on the back of the stock. Any ideas?

John...However you mount it to the rear of the stock you want to make sure it is at the top of the stock so the gun doesn't flip upside down.

I'd really look at mounting the rear of the sling at the receiver using a H-Hook adaptor, or if you can find one, a QD receiver adaptor. The Vickers sling really performs well with the receiver mount at the rear and the forward mount off your Mag tube slot....given you have a Vang Mag tube extension.

Call Grant at G&R Tactical to discuss the various configurations you can get as far as the Vickers sling mounts. Theyare varied.

Delta1067
03-12-09, 18:28
I have the Blue Force Gear Victory Series 2 point on my M4 and love it. However, if I mount it on my 11-87, the gun kind of hangs upside down. I have a bottom sling loop on the magazine extension and the factory bottom sling stud on the stock.

Would I be better off attaching the sling to the receiver with something like the Daniel Defense Burnsed Loop? Or, should I consider a 1 point sling attached at the receiever? Would you recommend a different sling for my shotgun, other than the Victory Series?

toddackerman
03-12-09, 18:41
I have the Blue Force Gear Victory Series 2 point on my M4 and love it. However, if I mount it on my 11-87, the gun kind of hangs upside down. I have a bottom sling loop on the magazine extension and the factory bottom sling stud on the stock.

Would I be better off attaching the sling to the receiver with something like the Daniel Defense Burnsed Loop? Or, should I consider a 1 point sling attached at the receiever? Would you recommend a different sling for my shotgun, other than the Victory Series?

There is only 1 way to have the gun lay across your body without being upside down. The connections have to be on the inside of the gun, or atleast above the center axis point so the gun "Hangs" from top to bottom and not upside down.

A. Your front portion needs to be in a "VANG Type" mag tube side sling loop that you can place on the inside or outside (right or left on the gun) You want it on the left if you're a "Rightie".

B. The rear needs to be on the inside via a Burnsed loop, or O Ring for an H
K type hook at the receiver on the inside. OR....there are nylon adaptors that go ont the end of the Butt that positions the sling loop at the top inside portion of the gun. Both work.

Stud, or swivels on the bottom will not work!

Buck
03-13-09, 11:01
Wow... I completely lost track of this thread.... Sorry for the delay in responding....

Here is what I have found that seems to work the best...

Start with a Speedfeed stock without the internal magazine... I personally like the one with the pistol grip in youth length (13 inch LOP)...

http://arizonag.iserver.net/Products/SpeedFeed/speedfeed4tacticalss/spdfd_iv.jpg

Next purchased a uncle mike's (or equivalent) 1 1/4" non QD swivel with a machine screw base...Remove the recoil pad and drill a hole in the top of the stock (12 o'clock position) directly above the factory hole (6 o'clock position)... Install the non QD swivel here and lock tight the machine screw nut in place... This swivel will rotate 360 degrees and will work for both right and wrong handers...

The result is the same modification that the Commonwealth forces have done to all of their SMGs since WW2, to include the Thompson, MK5 Sten, Owens and the like...

http://bcoy1cpb.pacdat.net/Sten_MkV_right_side.JPG

I have tried several different systems over the years and this one in the cleanest and really does work the best....

B

P.S. Whilst you are in there, you may want to replace the pot metal washer that came with your stock and is prone to becoming a soup bowl, with a few quality steel washers from your local hardware store... I find using a split metal locking washer sandwiched between two quality steel washers makes for a rock solid stock that will not become loose under recoil...

RWK
03-13-09, 12:42
Whilst you are in there, you may want to replace the pot metal washer that came with your stock and is prone to becoming a soup bowl, with a few quality steel washers from your local hardware store... I find using a split metal locking washer sandwiched between two quality steel washers makes for a rock solid stock that will not become loose under recoil...

Yes! Emphasis on quality, i.e. non-Chinese, steel washers. Save the fuel and don't bother going to Lowe's or Home Depot. You might also consider replacing the bolt that came with your stock whilst you're at it.

John Hearne
03-13-09, 15:31
Is anyone having issues using a high ready position and a Vickers sling on a shotgun? I ended up purchasing the generic adapter for fixed stocks. I'm finding that the sling occassionally bunches and interferes with mounting the rifle from a high ready postion. Any ideas?

"Buck" on your setup, is the swivel far enough back that interference with the cheek is a non-issue?

flyfishdave
03-13-09, 18:19
John,

I also have some options for you to consider....working on photos right now of 870 sling options for you along with photos of a short-stock (<13") modification for the 870.

I'll get some posted tonight!

Dave.

Buck
03-13-09, 19:18
Is anyone having issues using a high ready position and a Vickers sling on a shotgun? I ended up purchasing the generic adapter for fixed stocks. I'm finding that the sling occassionally bunches and interferes with mounting the rifle from a high ready postion. Any ideas?

"Buck" on your setup, is the swivel far enough back that interference with the cheek is a non-issue?

Positioning the swivel here will fix the bunching issue, the swivel will be able to rotate 360, and the interference with the sling between the stock and your cheek also becomes an non-issue... It really is the best solution I have found...

B

flyfishdave
03-14-09, 01:15
Sling mounting options for the 870 (that I’ve tried)

Option 1: Using swivels with factory stud secured to bottom of stock.

http://images49.fotki.com/v1459/photos/0/1301170/7329939/20090313_LA5B1587-vi.jpg

http://images47.fotki.com/v1473/photos/0/1301170/7329939/20090313_LA5B1588-vi.jpg

I tried this option with a BFG Vickers sling using a swivel – did not work for me at all. With the shotgun slung and draping, the firearm did not rest comfortably with the side of the receiver against my chest as the attachment point of the sling pulled the stock and the weight of the receiver pulled and rotated the stock. This was more pronounced with the standard stock, which made acquiring a quick firing grip an act of contortion at the wrist. The pistol gripped Speedfeed IVs prevented this rotation somewhat, but was uncomfortable as the hardware was quite bulky.

Note, the Speedfeed IVs is a reduced 13” LOP stock. The pistol grip was modified by me to remove the 2x4 feel of the stock grip, and re-stippled. The stock shown below the IVs is a 14” take-off stock (looks like a speedfeed as well) from an 870P.



Option 2: Receiver (rear) attachment point – can’t find the photo I just took.

Burnsed 870 sling loop (http://www.danieldefense.com/?page=shop/browse&category=slingmounts_remington870slingmounts)

While this may be the only viable solution for a single point sling (which I never liked), using this loop for the rear attachment for the Vicker’s sling did not work well for me either. I found the sling too close to receiver when it came to performing any manipulation around the trigger, side saddle and loading port. Also, when slung, I found the stock moved too much. Nevertheless, many people find this works for them, and is a popular point of attachment for slings on an AR.



Option 3: Buttstock adapter

http://images47.fotki.com/v1464/photos/0/1301170/7329939/20090313_LA5B1589-vi.jpg

The one pictured above came with a Wilderness 3-point Giles Sling. Because it is secured (to prevent rotation and movement) using the swivel stud, these are made to fit items, as each stock brand/model/LOP may place the stud at a different distance from the pad, as well as having different dimensions. The stock pictured is a Speedfeed IVs with a 13” LOP that came with a Remington 870 pmax. When I ordered the sling a while back, they only had the adapter that fit the standard 14” LOP stock. I actually had to send my stock in for them to prototype an adapter to fit the 13” LOP stocks.

Specter Gear makes a buttstock shell holder (http://www.spectergear.com/shotgun_bsh.htm) that also includes a sling loop. If you don’t need the shell holders, you can actually remove that portion, and use just the nylon straps and sling loop. Because it is not secured with the stock’s swivel stud, there is some bulk associated with the setup as you need both the fore and aft straps to ensure the loop doesn’t move around too much.

For me, the take home lesson was that a sling secured to the side of the stock worked the best. Kept the stock close to the torso, limited excess movement and rested comfortably. The only issue I could think of was the inability to quickly remove the sling at the rear attachment point w/o the use of fastex buckles, and the custom nature of these adapters when using different stocks. As for the sling, I quickly gave up on the 3-point, but kept this adapter for securing the Vicker’s sling.



Option 4: Custom QD swivel stud and flush cup (current setup)

http://images45.fotki.com/v1480/photos/0/1301170/7329939/20090313_LA5B1591-vi.jpg

http://images27.fotki.com/v982/photos/0/1301170/7329939/20090313_LA5B1592-vi.jpg

I’ll get into the details on a how-to in another separate post, but this solution came about out of necessity, as my plans for a reduced LOP 12.5” standard stock required something truly custom. Having QD swivels secured in various adaptors and cups on my rifles, I figured why not on a shotty? Surely it would make for quick removal, be secure, swivel to accommodate various positions and look sleek and clean.

Well, just finished this project up this weekend and it works! While I would have liked the cup more along the center-line of the side of the stock, the tunnel used for the bolt that secures the stock to the receiver limited placement options. This is the same heavy duty flush cup used by McMillan in their custom stocks, made in the USA by Grovtec. Add to that a HD QD swivel, and the sling is going nowhere.

In terms of comfort, there is no issue or interference when mounting or with the shotgun mounted. Like the side-mounted sling on the buttstock adapter, the shotgun sits securely and rests comfortably on the chest.

With the Fastex buckle up front and the QD swivel at the rear, the sling can be removed easily…

…HOWEVER….WARNING…BIG WARNING…

http://images46.fotki.com/v1453/photos/0/1301170/7329939/20090313_LA5B1598-vi.jpg

Using a shotgun in this manner MAY cause a failure to chamber a shell, prevent the closing of the action and ultimately rendering the shotgun useless if the fastex buckle happens to rest along the magazine tube and block the forward movement of the fore end, as seen in the picture above.

I guess the take home message here is that if you do have a similar setup and have the sling removed, you must secure that buckle (probably around the extension, to prevent it from swinging back into the path of the fore end. I have tried removing all slack in the webbing that attaches the buckle to the sling loop, but still can move the buckle to the rear and block the action from closing completely. For now, I don’t plan on removing the sling when in use. Just thought I’d share this finding with you.


http://images12.fotki.com/v210/photos/0/1301170/7329939/20090313_LA5B1600-vi.jpg

The Form 1 approval took much longer than my previous approvals, but sure was worth it.

Dave.

geezerbutler
03-17-09, 09:58
That's a sweet rear mount system FFD. I recently put this rear swivel on my 870 SBS. It comes with a slotted screw that goes right through the center. A guy gave me several of them at a shop I go by occasionally. I think your side mount method is more flexible though. I need to pick up and extra stock and give it a try.


http://lh5.ggpht.com/_JAPdm6GhhJM/Sb-2K7KeXEI/AAAAAAAAAz4/PfQ4CT7CEhQ/s800/IMG_6016.JPG

jercdevil
03-18-09, 09:32
Sling mounting options for the 870 (that I’ve tried)

Option 1: Using swivels with factory stud secured to bottom of stock.

http://images49.fotki.com/v1459/photos/0/1301170/7329939/20090313_LA5B1587-vi.jpg

http://images47.fotki.com/v1473/photos/0/1301170/7329939/20090313_LA5B1588-vi.jpg

I tried this option with a BFG Vickers sling using a swivel – did not work for me at all. With the shotgun slung and draping, the firearm did not rest comfortably with the side of the receiver against my chest as the attachment point of the sling pulled the stock and the weight of the receiver pulled and rotated the stock. This was more pronounced with the standard stock, which made acquiring a quick firing grip an act of contortion at the wrist. The pistol gripped Speedfeed IVs prevented this rotation somewhat, but was uncomfortable as the hardware was quite bulky.

Note, the Speedfeed IVs is a reduced 13” LOP stock. The pistol grip was modified by me to remove the 2x4 feel of the stock grip, and re-stippled. The stock shown below the IVs is a 14” take-off stock (looks like a speedfeed as well) from an 870P.



Option 2: Receiver (rear) attachment point – can’t find the photo I just took.

Burnsed 870 sling loop (http://www.danieldefense.com/?page=shop/browse&category=slingmounts_remington870slingmounts)

While this may be the only viable solution for a single point sling (which I never liked), using this loop for the rear attachment for the Vicker’s sling did not work well for me either. I found the sling too close to receiver when it came to performing any manipulation around the trigger, side saddle and loading port. Also, when slung, I found the stock moved too much. Nevertheless, many people find this works for them, and is a popular point of attachment for slings on an AR.



Option 3: Buttstock adapter

http://images47.fotki.com/v1464/photos/0/1301170/7329939/20090313_LA5B1589-vi.jpg

The one pictured above came with a Wilderness 3-point Giles Sling. Because it is secured (to prevent rotation and movement) using the swivel stud, these are made to fit items, as each stock brand/model/LOP may place the stud at a different distance from the pad, as well as having different dimensions. The stock pictured is a Speedfeed IVs with a 13” LOP that came with a Remington 870 pmax. When I ordered the sling a while back, they only had the adapter that fit the standard 14” LOP stock. I actually had to send my stock in for them to prototype an adapter to fit the 13” LOP stocks.

Specter Gear makes a buttstock shell holder (http://www.spectergear.com/shotgun_bsh.htm) that also includes a sling loop. If you don’t need the shell holders, you can actually remove that portion, and use just the nylon straps and sling loop. Because it is not secured with the stock’s swivel stud, there is some bulk associated with the setup as you need both the fore and aft straps to ensure the loop doesn’t move around too much.

For me, the take home lesson was that a sling secured to the side of the stock worked the best. Kept the stock close to the torso, limited excess movement and rested comfortably. The only issue I could think of was the inability to quickly remove the sling at the rear attachment point w/o the use of fastex buckles, and the custom nature of these adapters when using different stocks. As for the sling, I quickly gave up on the 3-point, but kept this adapter for securing the Vicker’s sling.



Option 4: Custom QD swivel stud and flush cup (current setup)

http://images45.fotki.com/v1480/photos/0/1301170/7329939/20090313_LA5B1591-vi.jpg

http://images27.fotki.com/v982/photos/0/1301170/7329939/20090313_LA5B1592-vi.jpg

I’ll get into the details on a how-to in another separate post, but this solution came about out of necessity, as my plans for a reduced LOP 12.5” standard stock required something truly custom. Having QD swivels secured in various adaptors and cups on my rifles, I figured why not on a shotty? Surely it would make for quick removal, be secure, swivel to accommodate various positions and look sleek and clean.

Well, just finished this project up this weekend and it works! While I would have liked the cup more along the center-line of the side of the stock, the tunnel used for the bolt that secures the stock to the receiver limited placement options. This is the same heavy duty flush cup used by McMillan in their custom stocks, made in the USA by Grovtec. Add to that a HD QD swivel, and the sling is going nowhere.

In terms of comfort, there is no issue or interference when mounting or with the shotgun mounted. Like the side-mounted sling on the buttstock adapter, the shotgun sits securely and rests comfortably on the chest.

With the Fastex buckle up front and the QD swivel at the rear, the sling can be removed easily…

…HOWEVER….WARNING…BIG WARNING…

http://images46.fotki.com/v1453/photos/0/1301170/7329939/20090313_LA5B1598-vi.jpg

Using a shotgun in this manner MAY cause a failure to chamber a shell, prevent the closing of the action and ultimately rendering the shotgun useless if the fastex buckle happens to rest along the magazine tube and block the forward movement of the fore end, as seen in the picture above.

I guess the take home message here is that if you do have a similar setup and have the sling removed, you must secure that buckle (probably around the extension, to prevent it from swinging back into the path of the fore end. I have tried removing all slack in the webbing that attaches the buckle to the sling loop, but still can move the buckle to the rear and block the action from closing completely. For now, I don’t plan on removing the sling when in use. Just thought I’d share this finding with you.


http://images12.fotki.com/v210/photos/0/1301170/7329939/20090313_LA5B1600-vi.jpg

The Form 1 approval took much longer than my previous approvals, but sure was worth it.

Dave.


Who makes the clear shotgun shells? Where can you get them?

John Hearne
03-18-09, 09:59
Those are the factory dummies from Remington. They give them away as part of the Armorer's course. IIRC, they are available for purchase as well.

patrol120
03-31-09, 13:27
Any chance youve done a write up on the rear swivel installation? I have been unable to find the GroveTec swivel, but did find a comparable item from Uncle Mikes, wonder if that would be adequate?

flyfishdave
03-31-09, 13:40
Brownells has the dummy shells available for order - great for function testing and working on loading and select-slug drills. As always, keep loaded ammo away and don't muzzle anything you are not prepared to destroy.

The stock shortening andd swivel mod write-up should be done soon. Don't use the Uncle Mike's flush cup. It's not threaded but grooved and depends entirely on the bond strengh of the epoxy for retention. Grovtech sells the cups but I think there was a minimum quantity required. I just called McMillan and ordered the cups. I believe they are also the OEM manufacturer of many of the heavy-duty quick-detach sling swivels.


I belive these are the Grovtech catalog numbers:

720251 – cups
11902125H – 1 1/4” QD/PB swivel



The key with the flush cup installation is using a suitable stock. The Speefeed solid-stock was perfect for this application, being at least twice as thick as the other stocks. Nothing is hollow here except for the bolt tunnel and a portion of the buttpad area. Most other stocks are comparatively thin and hollow through out, requiring alot of filler material. This is the closest thing to getting a solid wood stock on a shotgun, without the disadvantages.

Dave.

patrol120
03-31-09, 14:02
Brownells has the dummy shells available for order - great for function testing and working on loading and select-slug drills. As always, keep loaded ammo away and don't muzzle anything you are not prepared to destroy.

The stock shortening andd swivel mod write-up should be done soon. Don't use the Uncle Mike's flush cup. It's not threaded but grooved and depends entirely on the bond strengh of the epoxy for retention. Grovtech sells the cups but I think there was a minimum quantity required. I just called McMillan and ordered the cups. I believe they are also the OEM manufacturer of many of the heavy-duty quick-detach sling swivels.


I belive these are the Grovtech catalog numbers:

720251 – cups
11902125H – 1 1/4” QD/PB swivel



The key with the flush cup installation is using a suitable stock. The Speefeed solid-stock was perfect for this application, being at least twice as thick as the other stocks. Nothing is hollow here except for the bolt tunnel and a portion of the buttpad area. Most other stocks are comparatively thin and hollow through out, requiring alot of filler material. This is the closest thing to getting a solid wood stock on a shotgun, without the disadvantages.

Dave.

Im confused. According to McMillan, they use and sell Michaels of Oregon swivels and cups, and according to the GrovTec site, their cups are grooved, not threaded.

Dan Goodwin
03-31-09, 14:09
FlyFishDave,

Any contact between your jaw and your custom swivel/cup with that stock? I've got a very short Hogue Bantam I may try this on for my 14-in. 870. I've got a pretty big head and jaw...

Lumpy196
03-31-09, 14:20
Marking for later reading...

flyfishdave
03-31-09, 19:40
Im confused. According to McMillan, they use and sell Michaels of Oregon swivels and cups, and according to the GrovTec site, their cups are grooved, not threaded.

The cups listed on the Grovtec website/2009 catalog are the non-threaded type, meant for use with epoxy. The ones that McMillan uses and Grovtec sells (not listed) are as heavy duty as you can get. They are threaded and require the use of a big hex key to screw in.

The cups listed on the McM are incorrectly described - those are definitely the threaded Grovtecs. Tracy at McM told me they used to use a Michaels product but have switched to these. Just give McM a call and they can verify that you'll be getting the same HD cups used in their stocks. You'll actually need a large diameter drill or end mill to get the stock prepped to accept this flush cup.



Dan,

I too have a large noggin, wear an XXL baseball cap (one size fits all does not fit my head) and was worried about the sling position on the stock, rubbing against my face/jaw/chin. Ideally, I would have liked the flush cup centered, but given the cup's size, I was worried that I would perforate the hollow section used for the stock bolt. Given the dimensions of my stock cut, I went as close as possible to the center. In the end, it all worked out great, being no different than using the sling adaptor from Specter or The Wilderness. You can always place a dab of some water-soluble kiddy paint on the stock where you intend to mount the flush cup - then mount and shoulder the shotty as you would normally do and see if you get a blob of paint on your cheek.

Hope this helps.

Mega
04-20-09, 16:47
I just added a VTAC padded sling to my Mossy 590 Marine.
http://www.vikingtactics.com/prod_sling_VTAC-MK1-a.html#

The Mossy wears a Knoxx SpecOps stock, so the attachment is exactly the same as my carbine.
Works for me.

beau1911
04-28-09, 14:33
Any chance youve done a write up on the rear swivel installation? I have been unable to find the GroveTec swivel, but did find a comparable item from Uncle Mikes, wonder if that would be adequate?

+1 I would love to see a how-to for this.

hksig45
11-14-09, 00:51
Up from the depths hoping for a description of the side mounted QD cup installation.

bmyk
11-24-09, 21:26
Thanks, waiting for the writeup on how to install the QD.

spankaveli
11-25-09, 06:44
This might work for you:

http://www.blueforcegear.com/product.cfm?type=cat&cat_id=5&prod_id=87

That (or at least the same type) is what I use on my 870s and AKs. It works well.

User Name
12-24-09, 13:07
Hey, Buck, I have a sheriff over here with the padded VCAS and an 870. I'd be anxious to see what you have come up with. He's a southpaw and I'm working on something that may improve the sling positioning.

I know it has been a while but I was curious about these set ups for the guys that shoot off the "wrong" shoulder (left) such as myself. I have a 870 14" and am trying to figure out a sling that would work well for me. Any insight appreciated.

imua
01-17-10, 22:13
Hi I am using a VTAC 511 padded sling on my Remington 870 with extentions tupe and Choate folding stock. So far no problems. I like the ability to tighted the shotgun close to my body when I am climbing.

CGSteve
07-22-11, 00:01
I have a 590 but I have yet to find a suitable sling solution for it. Like many, I would love to use some type of adjustable two point sling in the same way that it is used (and works wonderfully) on carbines, but the inherent nature of where you can mount a sling loop on traditional stocked shotguns poses difficulties.

Thus far I've tried using a GG&G mount that fits between the receiver and the stock and another GG&G mount that fits under the magazine cap. With this setup I was unable to comfortably shoulder and bring the shotgun to ready without getting in the way of basically, myself.

I've also tried using the GG&G mount under the magazine cap and a traditional sling swivel mounted on a stud underneath the stock like a parade two point sling with the same results.

I've thought about buying a three point that wraps around the stock but I can already imagine I won't like it because the sling being on the stock would interfere with my cheekweld. That, and I don't think I'll like the 3 pnt sling for the same reasons I don't like them on carbines (or rifles, like I experienced with an M16A4 and issued 3 pnt). There seems like too much going on with them that could get in the way of stuff.

I think I'm going to see how I like a single point sling on it (since I already have the receiver mounted loop), and if that doesn't work well for me, I'm going to have to get creative like some of the above posters on drilling my own mounting points.

titsonritz
07-22-11, 05:05
Holy necro-thread Batman!!

jcemt
07-23-11, 18:12
That QD set up on the stock is a great idea. I'm running a speedfeed now. I think im going to try that.

GJM
07-24-11, 00:05
I like the two point sling from The Wilderness:

http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg251/GJMandes/P1000253.jpg

chris914
07-24-11, 05:30
Give me a bit and I will post up some quick pictures of my sbs. I installed the threaded Grovetech QD socket with a washer and "e" type clip then topped it all off with some epoxy while installing then finished it up to look more like the black pistol grip cap. It took a little bit of time but I am more than happy with the results. I the sling on it in the same position as on my M4.

Resq47
07-29-11, 22:57
Another option is to thread the tail end of the sling to approximate one of the stock adapter setups. Basically use a triglide to make a loop around the stock and run the working end through. That doesn't make a whole lot of sense but it works and is self-tightening in use. I'll try to take a couple pics to clear it up tomorrow. Worst case it's a useful stop gap to see if the positioning is good before doing sling cups or whatever. I have a cheap ramline youth LOP stock on mine and don't see much point in souping up that stock.

I would be all over a forward cup flushed into the receiver on the 870...

TX MOD 1911
08-01-11, 15:37
I run one on my 870 but I have an Mesa Tactical Urbino Stock and a Scattergun Tech shot tube so it was really easy to rig up.


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