What's the difference between a slip cuff sling and the m24 sling?

[Lucky]

http://www.oneshottactical.com/merc...=CTGY&Store_Code=oneshot&Category_Code=SL-TIS

I don't quite understand how they are different, is it just that the cuff is detachable on the M24?

I'm looking for use on an M1a.

However I really like the look of this sling, which is so affordable I can buy a cheekpiece to match for a competitive price. Does it have the ability to function in a similar way, with a cuff involved? I gather the cuff on a sling makes it much more stable. I vaguely recall that some US sling had a sort of cuffing action, and was leather, so that's why I ask about the one below.


http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/LEG193-45502-1150.html
http://www.cheaperthandirt.com/LEG192-45501-1099.html?pcs=LEG192

 

[GunTech]

The tactical Intervention slings are excellent. The slip cuff is an updated 1907 pattern that does away with the eyelets. The Quick cuff has a separate piece that can be sewn into the shooting jacket.

You can order them direct from the maker at http://www.tacticalintervention.com/

Mike is a great guy and turns out a first class, American made product.

The 1907 knock offs that CTD sells are crap. If you want a leather 1907, buy a good one from Brownells (competitor plus) or Turner saddelry.

 

[Mute]

After using a TIS sling, I will have no other on my field rifles. AR15s are another story.

 

[Lucky]

So the quick-cuff is worth it then? Just between the TI slings, which do you choose for M1a use that's most appropriate for all situations, hunting, plinking, LR comp, shtf, etc? And I was in a class the other day where they were transitioning from a carbine to a pistol, can TI slings do this well?

 

[Mute]

The TIS sling, like any other sling can be used for portage and of course allow for transition from a long arm to a handgun. However, for carbines and smaller rifle platforms I'd probably go for something different, either a one or two point sling that's appropriate for the use that this type of rifle will likely be subjected to.

You need to define how you're going to use your rifle. For general field use such as hunting, plinking and competition, I'd go with a TIS or similar type traditional sling. If I need to use the rifle for fighting from CQB distances out to intermediate distances (e.g. 200, 300 yards), I'd go for the one or two point slings which are strapped to your torso and allow for one hand transition to a sidearm. That's just my personal preference. You need to try out the various styles of sling to see which one best suits your needs.

For the M1A, I'd personally believe the TIS is a better choice.

 

[Lucky]

Excellent, I'll be getting one, but do you have experience choosing between the two TI styles? It may be time to start bothering the manufacturer with these questions I suppose.

 

[Mute]

The Quick Cuff has the cuff separate from the sling. When you need to use your sling for shooting, you just attach it to the sling with a fastex buckle (assuming the you already have the cuff on your support arm). With the Slip Cuff, you have to slip your arm through the cuff. You'll have to decide which works better for you.

I personally like the Quick Cuff because it's faster to get into and out of.

 

[One Shot Tactical Supply]

Lucky

The quick cuff is the choice of most shooters over the slip cuff by about 10 to 1, I have found. As Guntech said Mike makes a great product and you don't have to worry about weather like you do with the leather slings.

I've never had a single compaint about them only constant praise.

For three gun matches or transitions however the Blue Force Gear Vickers sling would be the way to go.

For sniping, hunting, target matches etc. I would go TIS M25

For CQB, fast transitions I would go BFG Vickers.

 

[GunTech]

The TIS is a shooting sling. While being useful for portage, it's primary job is to help shoot accurately. If you want something to help you pack around the rifle, there are better choices.

It's unfortunate, but outside of special disciplines like target shooting and sniping, the shooting sling seems to be disappearing. I've taught a number of people how to use the sling, and they seem positively amazed at what a difference it can make in scenarios like hunting.

Here's a great site explaining how to use the sling:

http://carnival.saysuncle.com/001086.html

BTW, it's pretty clear that even manufacturers ofslings don't know what they are for. One of the big makers builds their M1907 sling backwards.