A sling is one of the most practical additions to any long gun. It allows you to retain the firearm while using both hands, reduces fatigue on extended carries, and provides a stability point when shooting from unconventional positions. The mount is equally important — a sling that tears off a flimsy attachment point is useless. Single-point slings work for CQB and indoor use but do not retain the gun well during movement. Two-point slings are the most versatile for field, hunting, and defensive carry. We carry slings and swivel hardware designed for real use — for shotguns, ARs, and hunting rifles.
FAQ
What is the difference between a single-point and two-point sling?
A single-point sling attaches at one point — usually the rear of the receiver — allowing the gun to swing freely. It is fast to transition and keeps the gun close for CQB use, but the gun hangs in front of you and can be hard to retain during movement. A two-point sling attaches at two points — typically front and rear — and secures the gun across the body. It is more stable for carry and field use.
What sling attachment system should I use?
Quick-detach (QD) swivel attachments are the most common and practical. They allow the sling to be rapidly attached and detached without tools, and most quality slings and stocks include QD cups or loops. For hunting and field use, a push-button QD swivel setup is the most versatile. Fixed loop mounts are simpler and often lighter, but require threading the sling rather than quick-attaching.
How do I add sling mounts to a shotgun that doesn't have them?
Most shotguns have a sling swivel stud at the stock and near the magazine cap or forend. If yours does not, sling stud kits can be installed — on wood stocks, they screw in; on polymer stocks, most accept swivel studs that thread into pre-existing recesses. Magazine cap swivel mounts replace the standard cap. Clamp-on mounts attach to the magazine tube without modification.
Can I use the same sling on multiple guns?
Yes, if you use a QD-compatible sling and install matching QD swivel cups on each firearm. You can then detach the sling from one gun and attach it to another in seconds. This is a practical setup if you share a sling between your shotgun and rifle, or between multiple long guns of the same type.