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Attaching swivel sling to Magpul MOE Stock

Discussion in 'Rifle Country' started by frgood, Aug 7, 2015.

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  1. frgood

    frgood Member

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    While I have seen several discussions, I have not seen a direct answer.
    The 'why' is unimportant. What I am looking for is an answer to the hole on the Magpul MOE Stock (pic below at red arrow). I have heard that it is for paracord.

    My question is is there something that fits that hole where I could mount a sling swivel mount in the same orientation as a bolt action stock? Typically that sling is mounted for over the shoulder carry when hunting. If not, I will consider drilling and inserting a swivel mount.

    Any thoughts?

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  2. Inebriated

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    You could maybe drill a pilot hole just ahead of the toe, into the angled flat, and install something like this. You'd have to use your best judgement as to whether or not you have enough material for it to bite.

    Alternatively, an M4 plastic fantastic stock is $20, and you could probably find one free if you looked around, and it has the sling mount right where you like.
     
  3. frgood

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    I agree. I'm thinking the post is the only way to go. I just wanted to check since cutting into the stock is a bit of a last resort.

    The fixed stock is an idea, however I'm going to stick with an adjustable to maintain some sort of 'tactical' look. This is going onto the Mossberg 464 SPX 30-30 which I intend to let my kids use for our hog hunts.

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    ^That's for stocks with the pocket for the QD cup, and in any case, OP wants it at the bottom, rather than the side.
     
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    How about a pair of small grenade rings and an Uncle Mikes sling swivel? Cheap and available everywhere. The other thought is a small D-ring, check the hardware store. Third suggestion, why not paracord? Two short lengths tied in square knots with a finishing knot properly oriented for your swivel.
     
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    I think this'll do ya:

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  8. MistWolf

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    Hooking a sling here is the most uncomfortable, impractical location you can use. I know because I've done it

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  9. frgood

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    I want to thank all for the responses. This is why this is such an excellent forum. I think I will bore a sling swivel mount into the stock. The stock is not wide enough for a QD mount.

    I will post a pic after I set this up this weekend.
     
  10. Chuck R.

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    I just ran a piece of strap with a QD buckle into the last slot, just fwd of the butt.

    That:
    1. Allowed a QD setup
    2. Put the sling flat, that matched my Colt LE6920 side of FSB sling mount.

    My BFG Vickers sling came with the extra nylon piece.

    You can sort of see it in this pic:
    NSN-Vickers-Sling-Weapon-600x400.jpg

    Chuck
     
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    You might be able to get a simple 1.5 inch key ring through that hole then use a sling with a spring clip on the end.
     
  12. Averageman

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    That's the way it is done.
     
  13. Bartholomew Roberts

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    They also make swivel mounts that clamp over the buffer tube and place the swivel at the rear of the receiver (similar to this: http://troyind.com/products/pgrsa-fde)
     
  14. frgood

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    I appreciate all the responses. I would like to clarify that I am looking to carry the Mossberg 464 SPX, with mentioned Magpul adjustable stock in the American or African carry position. This typically means the sling must attach at 90 degrees to the vertical alignmen of the stock.

    The front sling mount is attached to the magazine tube and barrel.
    This is a Mossberg 464 SPX (not mine) with original ATI stock. Note the Swivel mount
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    In regards to carry...
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  15. dogmush

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    Why not use the paracord the hole is supposedly designed for?

    Loop some cord through the sling, then through the hole, and tie it off. Maybe a double loop for strength. That would have the sling in the orientation you want, be cheap and easy, and not involve cutting or drilling the stock.

    Failing that, a milspec M4 stock has the swivel you want, stock.
    http://www.bravocompanyusa.com/Mil-Spec-M4-Stock-p/stock only m4 black - gen2.htm


    Paracord loop like so:
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  16. frgood

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    Thank you for answering my original question. I was not sure if that hole was for paracord.

    I sincerely appreciate your confirmation. That really helps a lot[emoji4] [emoji3]
     
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    Would an H&K hook fit through the hole? Might work with paracord.
     
  19. batex

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    Use the Paracord. Doesn't matter what the hole was meant for. improvise and overcome. You will not break the Paracord.
     
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    Bend up a piece of #10 gage steel wire....
     
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