Two-point sling choice, help me decide

[Cesiumsponge]

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. (http://www.blueforcegear.com/product.cfm?type=cat&cat_id=5&prod_id=79)
Image here (http://www.blueforcegear.com/prodImg/VICKERS%20-%20BLUE%20GUN%20-%20800.jpg)
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

My other choice is the U-ERT brand, which seems to be a newcomer (to my knowledge), but with some very sleek features.
It can be found here (http://www.urbanertslings.com/twopotasesl.html)
Video of sling demo in 1 and 2pt left/right mode here (http://www.ifilm.com/profile/URBAN_ERT_SLINGS/video/2823641)
Image here (http://us.st11.yimg.com/us.st.yimg.com/I/yhst-89887447921587_1942_0)

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.

[Robb Jensen]

The Vickers CAG 2pt sling is the finest 2pt you will find.

[NCPatrolAR]

Another vote for the VCAS. I run them on ARs and 870s with no problems. I am steadily adding the VCAS to all of my long guns.

[MASP7]

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!

[k9dpd]

Vickers sling is the way to go, I have enough on order to finish out all my long guns

[KevinB]

Vickers sling.
I have both VTAC(Viking) and VCAS(Vickers) and the BFG Vickers is a lot better.



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[03humpalot]

Another vote for the VCAS. I had the VTAC a couple of years ago but got tired of the "tail" on the adjustment mechanism getting caught on stuff.

http://img99.imageshack.us/img99/9349/dscn0417mediumoa6.jpg

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Camera is currently TU or i would get some better pics for ya.

[fivepointoh]

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...nuff said.... :p

[Lumpy196]

Ive got the VCAS on all my ARs.

[fivepointoh]

I'm gettin ready to buy another to try out on my AK....just need to get a QD mount for my ACE stock and then one for the rail.

[combatvet]

I'd try the Rocky Mountain Sling Company. There's is a single/double point hybrid.

https://www.rockymountaintactical.net/

[Cesiumsponge]

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.