Is it OK for sling to stay on arm in hi-power?

[CaptWSims]

I like to leave my sling on my shooting jacket when shooting off-hand...haven't seen anyone else doing this, and am wondering if there is any kind of a rule infringement when I shoot in first high power match.

My jacket has a loop that holds the sling in place on upper arm, and I never notice it until needed for prone or sitting. Then I just clip it to my AR15 and go...do have to adjust length when going from sitting to prone, though...like I'd have to anyway.

 

[owen502]

For match rifle you can have a detachable sling but must be attached to forearm and stock for standing.

http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/HPR/hpr-w05.pdf

See rule 5.12(a).

 

[ARboy]

ok, so i'm pretty sure that when shooting in the service rifle category you can't attach your sling to the little hook on your jacket. in fact, i believe it has to be completely removed from the jacket(don't quote me on that).

For offhand the sling has to be attached to the stock and the loop at the front of the handguard.

 

[Request Dust Off]

ok, so i'm pretty sure that when shooting in the service rifle category you can't attach your sling to the little hook on your jacket. in fact, i believe it has to be completely removed from the jacket(don't quote me on that).

For offhand the sling has to be attached to the stock and the loop at the front of the handguard.

I'm pretty sure you are right.

 

[CaptWSims]

The rules are clear that what I've been doing is not allowed...wondering if it would be a rule violation to have a sling attached to the rifle per the rules for off-hand, and another sling prepped for use in sitting/prone?

Means 1 sling would be "just for show" to meet the rules, and other would be actually used....

 

[CaptWSims]

This is strictly a matter of convenience...I can switch my sling from parade rest easily enough...perhaps not worth pursuing.

 

[owen502]

Are you shooting service or match rifle? I don't see why you couldn't just have an extra sling on a match rifle. It would be too much trouble for a service rifle as you can't have the quick disconnects.

 

[CaptWSims]

Shooting Service Rifle.

 

[dzelenka]

You can leave sling on arm, but must have another one on the gun. Can't use sling hook for service rifle. For match rifle, you don't have to have a sling on the rifle at all (most don't even have a rear sling swivel.

Dan

 

[CaptWSims]

Thanks! I'll get another sling ASAP.

 

[owen502]

Shooting Service Rifle.

Well in that case, you cant use the sling support strap anyway.

 

[Ritten]

Allow me to throw another loop in the mix......literally. What about the use of a T.I.S. quick clip sling? The cuff stays on the shooting jacket and just clips on and off the sling. (For shooting service rifle B.T.W.)

http://www.tacticalintervention.com/slingusage2.html

 

[owen502]

Service rifle is restricted to a specific sling as issued. Here are the rules on what a service rifle sling is.

See 3.13

http://www.nrahq.org/compete/RuleBooks/HPR/hpr-w03.pdf

 

[CaptWSims]

I just ordered a black Turner sling. That will take care of the issue for me....

 

[CaptWSims]

Turner sling arrived yesterday. Had to treat it with Mink Oil to loosen up and lube the fresh leather. Very high quality product. Reviewed pics online showing how to use the sling and then practiced. Not as quick and easy as my old setup, but at least it is legal and easy enough!

 

[dzelenka]

I never put anything on my slings. The tighter and stiffer the better, especially the keepers.