The Operator's Guide to the 2 Point Quick Adjust Sling

[@nalykazule1582]

Your skill in 2 point slings has increased! (12) Your skill in 2 point slings has increased! (13)

[@R3V0LV0R]

I love wit like this. You sir are a legend.

[@anondeilvers91]

It be like that though

[@sevenliterbronco]

I've made this style sling nearly 15 years ago. You attach an ALICE pack tension strap to a standard G.I. M16/M4 sling. Still have it, still works great.

[@DonyaLane]

@LionelRichiesCrackpipe , LOL

[@floydteter4323]

I believe I have found a true, value added use for a three-point sling. Compelled by a range master to use one, I promptly accepted the offered three point sling and whipped said range master with it until we all agreed that a two point sling would be OK. Seriously, great video on use of 2 point quick adjust slings. Nice to see an accurate and clear review on the fundamentals of a subject we all tend to overthink.

[@philips.5563]

The sling-toss thing is great, but be aware of your charging handle if you are using an AK. The pain of a charging handle making love to your spine is like nothing else.

[@halolvr101]

Song in Silence Just reading this made me cringe.

[@nates9536]

The screams of a thousand vertibre all crying out at once

[@stillenacht8518]

Yah. Best done with a plate carrier. If you are practicing and don’t want to be the goober in his living room in his silkies and a plate carrier, take the bolt carrier out. She’ll be missing the dust cover and everything but no biggie.

[@kickinrocks6055]

Pain is gain.

[@Marines_Memelevolent]

Stille Nacht uh, who wouldn’t want to be in boxers and a plate carrier at all times?

[@FirstMetalHamster]

20 Minute discussion and showcase of a certain type of rifle sling, this is exactly the content I'm looking for! Keep being awesome. When not wearing a ballistic west I also prefer a 2 point sling. Else a 1 pointer.

[@grenmoyo3968]

Han Yolo i prefer the ballistic east :p

[@FirstMetalHamster]

Badam tiss.

[@rogerbussiii]

It took me forever to find a video discussing a sling with tension for accuracy. I run mine through my hand and it works. I'm far more stable and my arm doesn't get tired. Why is this no longer discussed? My whole KZbin feed is nothing but gun channels.. I've never seen this and its extremely beneficial.

[@InrangeTv]

Awesome!

[@Sn4k3f1st]

I love the fact that the backdrop looks like a greenscreen of the most stereotypical arizona landscape, but its somehow real.

[@arieheath7773]

This is nothing, you should see their exploded meth lab filming location. Nothing more Arizona than that.

[@Khanclansith]

Drove into town one time and the small shack on the side of a hill next to the highway blew up, found out later "Never make Chili and Meth in the same kitchen" as the fire department put it in it's report. Didn't mind the transfer orders out of Arizona at that point.

[@tomkavulic7178]

I think it's because that's literally all that's down there.

[@shearprzeslica87]

As an Arizonian, I suggest including air conditioning in your plans unless you migrate to the northern part of the state in the summer!

[@joshsamuelson1793]

That is AZ. From Southern AZ to well north on the 10/19. It has a brief green season though after the monsoons. If you want to live in AZ I would suggest Sierra Vista. Its 10 degrees cooler than the rest of the state due to elevation. Granted its still hot but triple digit hell doesn't happen as often. lol

[@Bladsmith]

Now this is what I backed you for. Great stuff.

[@BelialsGenuflect]

But do these slings take glock mags?

[@InrangeTv]

Yes.

[@brianmoran3450]

Ha !

[@mychalpreston6654]

Best comment lol

[@mysss29]

With the proper application of just a few knots, anything is possible.

[@SlimRhyno]

I truly appreciate that you do objective tests, warts and all, on camera for our education. After all... "The dumb person makes mistakes. The smart person learns from them."

[@arlendavis]

It is nice to see that they have made the Blue Force Gear Vickers 2-Point Padded Combat Sling much easier to adjust, and with no "tail".

[@jweathers131]

mud test the sling totally serious test to see if it is possible for the mechanism to jam if used dynamically as demonstrationed here

[@traviswolf]

Thanks guys, great tutorial. All of my experience has been with GI web slings - I picked up a Viking Tactical 2-point to participate in a 5k next weekend and I needed a crash course!

[@donewithmodernlife]

Great video guys, best how-to I've ever seen for a 2-point. After years of trying everything under the sun I found the 2-point works best for me as well. I use the Magpul MS series as I like having the option for single-point but honestly rarely use it.

[@Joker-ig8im]

I just received the BlueForce 2 point adjustable sling that I ordered a week ago for my first rifle and this video popped up in my KZbin feed. It's like Divine Intervention. Thank you so much for the video guys. It's 3am and you guys have me wearing a t-shirt, boxers and an AR15. Liked and subbed.

[@totalnewb123]

Watching Karl in this video reminded me to get some good knee and elbow pads. I e had knee surgery in the past and never thought that I would need them after getting into shooting. Thanks for the unspoken reminder.

[@cornkobmansanto17]

This is why you are the best and became one of two channels I give to. You taught me I have been wearing my sling wrong my entire life.

[@Hostilenemy]

Instructions unclear. Got myself autoerotique asphyxiated.

[@InrangeTv]

Sounds like a good day! ~K

[@kickinrocks6055]

Dont you mean "semi"autoerotique asphyxiated?

[@busaman5261]

@@InrangeTv 😂😂😂😂😂

[@charlieandhudsonspal1312]

No snapping your wire during the lesson

[@charlieandhudsonspal1312]

No snapping your wire during the lesson

[@daroth7127]

i dont have any guns, but i tried this sling out in an airsoft game and its now my favorite sling, i reccomend it to everyone.

[@TheAlmostbob]

As a lefty (by eye dominance/vision requirement) Im glad you show it from both hands. Very useful!

[@williamblake1668]

Being a "southpaw" Thank you, so much! Showing it both ways.

[@johnsonwang7253]

Can I just say that I really appreciate the material you guys both put out. I've had a Magpul MS4 for a full year now but never thought to employ it in any of the manners you guys demonstrated.

[@chironchangnoi]

I keep watching this video, and sharing it with others. I can't say enough about how great it is. Thank you Ian and Karl!

[@davidgearardo1788]

I have to say this was the best sling video I have seen. I'm going with an adjustable 2 point.

[@steeltalon2356]

Nice video. Perfect demonstration of how easy the quick adjust sling is to pick up and use efficiently. I have an old first gen. Viking tactical sling and I do like the design. It's easier and quicker to adjust than the sider style on the magpul slings. However the magpul slings have really nice high quality webbing material that I perfer over the thin nylon the first gen Viking sling had.

[@crewchief5144]

I recently grabbed a T.A.B. GEAR 2-point with HK hooks on discount. NO idea how to use it over all the regular 2-point and 3-point tac slings I've used before. I was running a Mk12 with Ironman mentality (no sling), but this video made it worth attempting again. Actually very useful. Thanks, third page of search results!

[@Craterfist]

Watching the sling vids back to back, it really seems like a two-point quick adjust sling gives you most of the benefits of a three-point sling with far less of a chance for something to get tangled.

[@JP-cu6su]

As someone who owns the VTACS sling and loves it, I'd highly recommend Gear Dynamics slings. Great, durable, low-profile slings that dont have the long hanging piece that the VTACS has. It comes in any colour or camo pattern you could want. I use it on my service rifle and it has never let me down

[@Tobascodagama]

I never get tired of all the forward assist trolling.

[@orionfixr7713]

Thanks guys. That was the easiest to understand demo. video of sling use I've ever seen. I got a lot of practicing ahead of me.

[@aries_9130]

I lost it at the part when Karl made fun of forward assists :D. Great information guys, thank you.

[@brandon3883]

Man, you haven't watched enough IRTV vids if _this_ time [Karl] making fun of a forward assist makes you laugh... XD

[@fullmetaflak]

"Bangety Bangety Bangety" -Karl

[@UmamiJarate]

Put this on a t-shirt yo!

[@tsufordman]

And now for "Ian's Guide to the 2 Point Plain Jane Surplus Sling"

[@Rltvader1]

It's a sling, you carry the rifle on your shoulder with it Lol, that would be the whole video

[@joshy7759]

@@Rltvader1 I'd still watch it.

[@AtlasJotun]

Ha! But he already laid it out in this video at 2:05 when he said: "...a two-point sling is strap, hook, hook; goes on the rifle." As Josh Y already said, I'd still watch it ;D

[@Omnonymous]

I find that keeping my quick adjust 2 point all the way right for walking around and doing non gun work, (admin stuff). And strong side hasty sling. I run it as loose as it will go for situations requiring more dynamic movement, shoulder bump (Transfer stock from strong to weak keeping hands in place, "push forward, bump to the left") instead of the weaving and waving my arms through my sling to switch shoulders. I like 3 point. It makes a lot of sense for guys who spend all day geared up engaged in a wide variety of tasks. For me, a One Tigris quick adjust 2 point, has been working nicely.

[@eisenkrieg553]

Karl's workout regimen is definitely paying off.

[@brutongaster8184]

Wow I really learned something from this video. I had never heard of a sling as a stabilization aid.

[@brutongaster8184]

Actually everything in this video was new to me. I love it!

[@thomasschoon8407]

🤔🙄😲😲😲😳😳😳🥺🥺🥺

[@dcwillis87]

Awesome content as always. The only sling training I've ever gotten was those silly marksmanship slings in j.R.O.T.C. air rifle team. Thank you guys, awesome as always on both channels.

[@deepbludreams]

Using your sling to aid in marksmen ship is a valuable skill, if you ever get into precision rifle matches later in life, you will use everything you learned, while slinging up is not real useful for ARs and light weight rifles like this, as soon as you start heaving 12-16 pound bolt guns into your shoulder, you will be thankful of sling techniques

[@pkt1213]

I've been using the VTAC sling for the past 10 years on multiple deployments and it is my favorite. Easy to adjust whether you are using no kit, armor, other stuff you are wearing. You do have to replace them every year or two of daily use and adjustment because the nylon expands (?) as it wears and won't feed smoothly. I'll have to try the adjustment for prone and off hand though.

[@andoriannationalist3738]

@InRangeTV “check your chamber.. check it again.. rack, rack, rack..and you know you’re clear”. Sooo I racked my PSA AK three times at least pointed away from everyone and at the floor of my apt.. I then attempted to dry fire.. and there’s a new hole in my kitchen floor. What went wrong? * I KNOW I racked the gun at least three times with no mag in it. No bullet came out any of the three times.

[@runninggames771]

@@andoriannationalist3738 youre joking right

[@jamiesloan5902]

I've been wanting a way to sling my rifle while stalk hunting, but be ready to fire, if need be. These methods are GREAT. Appreciate it, guys. I don't have a quick adjustable sling yet. Mine is adjustable, but kinda slow. Time to go shopping on Amazon. I also have mine fixed too close to my muzzle. It's time to change that!

[@omd-1064]

honestly loved this video! youve really opened my eyes to 2 point slings. my biggest gripe with them was their lack of offhand shooting capability, but now that i know this technique ill be sure to pick one up! this is what i signed up to patreon for!

[@macmurfy2jka]

Well now I’m convinced. Stuck with fixed two points for the longest time. Now i need an adjustable.

[@keepyourbilsteins]

Nice! Old video but I had missed it somehow. Late father (expert pistol and rifle) taught me 3 position sling use with my .22 40 years ago. I still use those methods. This looks much more fast and handy. Will hit up the boys at Brownell's and get me a modern, fast 2 point. Strapped to my .22 rimfire AR! 🤣🤣🤣

[@centblinde1450]

Excellent! Thank you Karl. I learned a fair chunk of stuff, something I am happy to say often when I watch your videos!

[@roybiv7018]

"What are you going to do if it jams?" "It doesn't jam" Made me laugh.

[@drewt6779]

I set mine up to where i can sinch the gun to my body. When I unlock the tensioner all the way it is perfect lenght to get more support with a tight triangle. Love this sling.

[@starbuck1776]

The backpack carry is perfect for climbing up a tree stand. Thus even my bolt gun has an adjustable 2 point sling on it

[@Tuton25]

Huh, that’s an awesome idea! Now I gotta figure out how to add it to my Mossberg...

[@arealmurican8512]

Hey Karl, I noticed you were sporting a Bianchi um84 type holster...that's my favorite holster! I'm glad I'm not the only one haha

[@dedu7279]

The Swedish Military has an interestingly simple system for their slings with their standard issue weapon (Ak 5C) where you can decide yourself if you want 1-point or 2-point style of sling and switch between them quick and easy. Usually from what I have seen is that soldiers on guard duty use a 1-point configuration where as soldiers in a, let's say, "combat" environment tend to use it in a 2-point configuration.

[@tangero3462]

*grabs sling and rifle to paint along with Bob Ross*

[@BertieW0oster]

I can definitely see the advantages to this type of sling thanks to this video, but what happened at 12:25 is why I'm still hesitant to give up my very simple 2 point strap sling, in favor of a quick adjust sling. Nobody can afford that type of snag in a gunfight.

[@cristianespinal9917]

Great video. I recently got a BFG Vickers sling and I love it. I'm getting an adjustable 2-point for each long-gun now. I'll probably get another Vickers for my other favorite rifle and cheaper Magpuls for my lower mileage rifles and shotguns.

[@johnbeauvais3159]

That last technique works particularly well with a PPS-43

[@wilmafingerdoo4120]

Is that the same shooting mat that Ian bleed on?

[@InrangeTv]

Yep. ~K

[@Waty8413]

You gave me the necessary info without bullshit. Thank you.

[@therealgaryg]

Ian, I can't tell you how ecstatic I was a few years ago when I discovered all your FORGOTTEN WEAPONS vids, with you handling, shooting, and disassembling guns that I had previously seen only in tiny black and white photos, with just a paragraph or two of text.... I absolutely love your content, and learn from you even when I rewatch the vids! That being said, I must respectfully disagree with your statement at 2:26, that the US GI sling was used for National Match shooting and not for actual combat. It may not have been COMMONLY used for that purpose, but I have read firsthand accounts of experienced competition riflemen that "slung up" to engage Japanese troops in the distance. Two of them were written by Marines who witnessed such a thing, and one was from a soldier who wrote of doing it himself (I don't recall the titles off the top of my head, but might be able to figure out at least one of them without too much difficulty, if you want). I found it interesting that all three instances I have found were in the Pacific islands, where you might expect that the jungle environment would preclude the use of such long range shooting skills, and I have not read of such a thing in the European or African fighting...... I love, love, LOVE your WWSD series, but in the interest of fairness I think you two need to get to work on some WWKD vids now!

[@Quality_Guru]

Excellent content. Has to be one of the best that I have seen on this topic. Thanks for sharing.

[@user-pj2hp4ig4o]

Great video guys, well done! I learned a lot from this coming from surplus slings to a Vickers. Just used the muzzle down on a hike today in fact

[@Rupan-rx]

The booger eater waits for the joe with his weapon slung before starting an ambush. They like shooting at the sheep first. - paraphrasing my first 1sg hahaha

[@swanee22]

You're a good teacher. Nice explanations.

[@flyboymike111357]

Looking good in that brush hat Ian. You should wear them pinned up more often, not only does it present a sharper appeal, the reason it became popular is to allow you to throw things over your shoulder and/or handle firearms more practically.

[@brucenovotny5924]

Guys, thank you so much. Very informative. I now can finally practice with my carbine and Viking Tactics sling. Probably the best video out there. great job.!!!!

[@sanctionedmariopie]

Another thing about the "muzzle down" sling position: You could have the length of the sling to where the stock hangs right below the armpit. When you need your rifle, all you need is to bring it up much like drawing a handgun.

[@swiss_luri8151]

One thing you can also do is tighten the sling (you don't have to this will make it snugger tho), rotate the rifle clockwise, and drop it to your left (as a right-handed shooter). This works very well if the rear attachment point is close to or at the receiver. It will put the rifle out of the way nicely and quickly, while also securing it quite snugly to your body. It is also very fast and easy to redeploy the rifle from this position.

[@roadkillraker]

Great video. Love these detailed segments focused on practical skills and essential equipment. I send thee one million virtual doll hairs to support the project.

[@DonyaLane]

I've been watching all the sling vids, and this one excellent!

[@Strawman333]

I would definitely practice these methods with an "empty" 30rd mag (ar15 platform) inserted into your rifle. I'd want to simulate with full dimensions of the rifle especially with the added length of a 30rd magazine. Great tutorial👌

[@Kurtfromnz]

Best 2 point sling video on you tube. Keep up the good work

[@kenhelmers2603]

Luv the "Operator's Guide" videos!! More please :) Thanks guys!!

[@Dave514]

Definitely interested in seeing a forward assist vid! Lots of different opinions on whether or not they're even necessary.

[@nickcorsello8445]

Those are M-Lok right?

[@InrangeTv]

Yes, these rifles are M-lok. ~K

[@boofingdragon]

I use a 7 point sling. It's next level brah

[@Psiberzerker]

I prefer the adjustment release on the front point, where I can access it, at any length. Personal preference, this is not writ, nor the best way to do it. Just where I like that control to be located. (Also a slider on the loose tongue.) I actually made mine from a 3 point system, and added a friction lock to the front sling swivel to make it usable. I agree with you on 3 point slings, and add one more complaint: One too many potential points of failure. However, there's usually enough strap there to make something useful out of it, in a pinch. In Ian's (FAMAS) video, he presented the scenario where you Had to use a 3 point? Yeah, use it as a 2 point system.

[@TheTinkering1]

Awesome sling use tutorial! I'd love to see more content like this, particularly some stuff geared for those of us in the audience that aren't already experienced shooters. Maybe something on proper use of iron sights, or general marksmanship fundamentals?

[@waynegordon6385]

Great Tutorial. I will apply this to my training. Great Job👍

[@masaharumorimoto4761]

Excellent video!!! I have been hoping you two would revisit slings, fantastic stuff!!

[@robertfox1401]

When I learned to do that last throw over the shoulder I learned to cradle the gun with my support hand and draw the pistol at the same time. then you would be able to engage with the pistol and just toss the rifle over your head with your support hand, only one arm needed. it works the same way.

[@wrathofkbizz]

Watched and followed along at home. Very helpful.

[@mikaelrabb1876]

Fantastic, You shold be a personal trainer/instructer for security personal and everybody that need Weapons training. Great show/ karl

[@friedrice9535]

I tried 3 point slings, but they never seem to work as advertised. I learned to shoot in the Corps, and I love to use a hasty sling while shooting. I'm considering a 1 point for my new AR15 "pistol". I'd like to try the cuff sling for my DMR rifle, if I can find one

[@baudelliocharles1318]

This video was cool and I learned a few things thank you inrange

[@InrangeTv]

You're welcome!

[@Chayonray]

Outstanding! Currently have a MagPul sling, so am going to try these manipulations with it first before considering the Vikings Tactical and others you mention Karl.

[@danielbear8234]

I have a Black Hawk sling one of my AR 15 CARS and after using a Spectar I've found it much better than the other. However after using a Blue Force Tactical two point the simplicity and quality gets my highest points for price, quality, and practicality. I do think your presentation was very good but you should really give the Vickers Blue Force padded slings a try. Regards, D J.

[@paullee7453]

Great video. Ian mentioned that he recently put together a dedicated belt system for ease of removal after matches? Can you guys do a similar video of what equipment was used and how you configured the belt system for Ian? I think the content for this video should include not just setup and equipment used, but potential manual of arms for how best to use the belt system. Thank you.

[@gebeme11]

Yes!

[@bobghengis]

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[@fin_jan]

4:58 How many of you were expecting Ian to choke himself out? How many of you were disappointed when he tapped first? ... and then again at 12:43 ... and again at 17:15 I peed myself laughing!

[@scotthockenberry3085]

There is a lot of good information here. Thank you

[@Mihogan]

Man, this is such a great video. Thank you for sharing - subscribed!

[@mattstephens6137]

This video is explained well, very helpful, and informative. Also, you guys work great together. Please keep the rifle tips comin'!! Thank you both! Subbed!!

[@benaguilar1787]

Great content, I love it. I prefer the Vickers sling from Blue Force Gear, but the usage is essentially the same.

[@Stoptheliars]

Ferro concepts slingster is my favorite and I’ve had the Vickers, magpul ms3, Haley strategic sling, all adjustable but the slingster has the easiest slider.

[@-I-I-I-I-I-]

Could you guys tell a little about those short sling attachment straps you use on the shoulder stocks? Are they home made, or...?

[@triplesped]

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[@lostdogaccount]

Great topic & video. As a lefty, I've encountered problems with the sling swivel mounted directly forward of the ejection port (like it is on Ian's rifle in the video). When shooting in awkward positions or from the right side (weak side for a lefty), the sling can get close enough to the ejection port to cause a failure to eject. Rare, but enough to be aggravating and usually happened when I was in a position that made it especially difficult to clear the malfunction.. I ended up moving the swivel to the forward end of the handguard. YMMV

[@hawk9mm]

Just a quick suggestion @Karl & Ian if you're listening (reading) I've been using these slings myself and like them quite a lot, that said the cordage that they use I feel is just too loose and I have to feel for it because it's just rope. I found that replacing the rope pully with this: ferroconcepts.com/collections/accessories/products/itw-zipline-orbit(or where ever you can find that exact one it's not the zipper one this is the larger version) makes quite a difference. The ring allows you to hook a finger in or grasp it normally and the material that it is made out of is a bit like rubber so it seems to stay in place rather then hang down and flop around while you're trying to move so grabbing it is repeatable. I just did a test with the ITW ring and I could just tell right off just adjusting the length of the sling like I normally would there was a significant amount of easy with which I could find without looking and grab the adjuster and pull on it. Long winded sorry, basically it helps quite a lot.

[@johnwow4u]

Great. I learned new things today. Thanks!

[@KeyrattlerNA226]

Nice work! Thanks and be safe!

[@kevinunger433]

Excellent information. Thank you guys

[@firstreactor8983]

Excellent! Can't wait to try these techniques!

[@warped2875]

Nice demonstration!

[@joquin4618]

Excellent video guyz!!! Keep up the good work!

[@Jackedhobbit]

Really liked this video. More instructional would be cool.

[@shonuffisthemaster]

great video guys, i will definatly be adding this to my training rutene

[@SCQT]

Ian you stylish sob Thanks for the info fellas. I tend to make myself look like a real jackass when attempting to use my sling in any dynamic way. Got some practice to do.