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The three components work as one to provide the user a sling that can be attached to a rifle or shotgun without swivel studs. If a more traditional look is desired, the sling strap can be adjusted and tied in place with leather lace. Otherwise, Chicago screws can be used for ease of adjustment and security. The standard setup also allows the sling to be mounted with the strap pad forward, but for African-style carry, the sling pad can be mounted toward the buttstock for muzzle-down orientation. The sling strap, minus the forward attachment and laced rear pocket, is sized to be used with 1-inch sling swivels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\"Rifle<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The three components work as one to provide the user a sling that can be attached to a rifle or shotgun without swivel studs. If a more traditional look is desired, the sling strap can be adjusted and tied in place with leather lace. Otherwise, Chicago screws can be used for ease of adjustment and security. The standard setup also allows the sling to be mounted with the strap pad forward, but for African-style carry, the sling pad can be mounted toward the buttstock for muzzle-down orientation. The sling strap, minus the forward attachment and laced rear pocket, is sized to be used with 1-inch sling swivels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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All Together for the Leather Rifle Sling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Rifle<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The three components work as one to provide the user a sling that can be attached to a rifle or shotgun without swivel studs. If a more traditional look is desired, the sling strap can be adjusted and tied in place with leather lace. Otherwise, Chicago screws can be used for ease of adjustment and security. The standard setup also allows the sling to be mounted with the strap pad forward, but for African-style carry, the sling pad can be mounted toward the buttstock for muzzle-down orientation. The sling strap, minus the forward attachment and laced rear pocket, is sized to be used with 1-inch sling swivels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Run the rear strap through the oblong punched holes in the rear pocket to one side. Lace the rear pocket with leather or paracord from the narrow end to the butt end of the stock. Make sure the pocket is firmly secured against the stock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All Together for the Leather Rifle Sling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Rifle<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The three components work as one to provide the user a sling that can be attached to a rifle or shotgun without swivel studs. If a more traditional look is desired, the sling strap can be adjusted and tied in place with leather lace. Otherwise, Chicago screws can be used for ease of adjustment and security. The standard setup also allows the sling to be mounted with the strap pad forward, but for African-style carry, the sling pad can be mounted toward the buttstock for muzzle-down orientation. The sling strap, minus the forward attachment and laced rear pocket, is sized to be used with 1-inch sling swivels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 8:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Run the rear strap through the oblong punched holes in the rear pocket to one side. Lace the rear pocket with leather or paracord from the narrow end to the butt end of the stock. Make sure the pocket is firmly secured against the stock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All Together for the Leather Rifle Sling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Rifle<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The three components work as one to provide the user a sling that can be attached to a rifle or shotgun without swivel studs. If a more traditional look is desired, the sling strap can be adjusted and tied in place with leather lace. Otherwise, Chicago screws can be used for ease of adjustment and security. The standard setup also allows the sling to be mounted with the strap pad forward, but for African-style carry, the sling pad can be mounted toward the buttstock for muzzle-down orientation. The sling strap, minus the forward attachment and laced rear pocket, is sized to be used with 1-inch sling swivels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Use a wool dauber to apply leather dye. Allow it to dry, then finish with your choice of leather protective sealant such as Tan-Kote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 8:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Run the rear strap through the oblong punched holes in the rear pocket to one side. Lace the rear pocket with leather or paracord from the narrow end to the butt end of the stock. Make sure the pocket is firmly secured against the stock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All Together for the Leather Rifle Sling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Rifle<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The three components work as one to provide the user a sling that can be attached to a rifle or shotgun without swivel studs. If a more traditional look is desired, the sling strap can be adjusted and tied in place with leather lace. Otherwise, Chicago screws can be used for ease of adjustment and security. The standard setup also allows the sling to be mounted with the strap pad forward, but for African-style carry, the sling pad can be mounted toward the buttstock for muzzle-down orientation. The sling strap, minus the forward attachment and laced rear pocket, is sized to be used with 1-inch sling swivels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 7:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Use a wool dauber to apply leather dye. Allow it to dry, then finish with your choice of leather protective sealant such as Tan-Kote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 8:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Run the rear strap through the oblong punched holes in the rear pocket to one side. Lace the rear pocket with leather or paracord from the narrow end to the butt end of the stock. Make sure the pocket is firmly secured against the stock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All Together for the Leather Rifle Sling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Rifle<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The three components work as one to provide the user a sling that can be attached to a rifle or shotgun without swivel studs. If a more traditional look is desired, the sling strap can be adjusted and tied in place with leather lace. Otherwise, Chicago screws can be used for ease of adjustment and security. The standard setup also allows the sling to be mounted with the strap pad forward, but for African-style carry, the sling pad can be mounted toward the buttstock for muzzle-down orientation. The sling strap, minus the forward attachment and laced rear pocket, is sized to be used with 1-inch sling swivels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Use a 3\/16-inch punch and 1-inch oblong punch on the rear strap. Finish the rear strap with the edger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 7:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Use a wool dauber to apply leather dye. Allow it to dry, then finish with your choice of leather protective sealant such as Tan-Kote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 8:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Run the rear strap through the oblong punched holes in the rear pocket to one side. Lace the rear pocket with leather or paracord from the narrow end to the butt end of the stock. Make sure the pocket is firmly secured against the stock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All Together for the Leather Rifle Sling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Rifle<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The three components work as one to provide the user a sling that can be attached to a rifle or shotgun without swivel studs. If a more traditional look is desired, the sling strap can be adjusted and tied in place with leather lace. Otherwise, Chicago screws can be used for ease of adjustment and security. The standard setup also allows the sling to be mounted with the strap pad forward, but for African-style carry, the sling pad can be mounted toward the buttstock for muzzle-down orientation. The sling strap, minus the forward attachment and laced rear pocket, is sized to be used with 1-inch sling swivels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 6:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Use a 3\/16-inch punch and 1-inch oblong punch on the rear strap. Finish the rear strap with the edger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 7:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Use a wool dauber to apply leather dye. Allow it to dry, then finish with your choice of leather protective sealant such as Tan-Kote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 8:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Run the rear strap through the oblong punched holes in the rear pocket to one side. Lace the rear pocket with leather or paracord from the narrow end to the butt end of the stock. Make sure the pocket is firmly secured against the stock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All Together for the Leather Rifle Sling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Rifle<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The three components work as one to provide the user a sling that can be attached to a rifle or shotgun without swivel studs. If a more traditional look is desired, the sling strap can be adjusted and tied in place with leather lace. Otherwise, Chicago screws can be used for ease of adjustment and security. The standard setup also allows the sling to be mounted with the strap pad forward, but for African-style carry, the sling pad can be mounted toward the buttstock for muzzle-down orientation. The sling strap, minus the forward attachment and laced rear pocket, is sized to be used with 1-inch sling swivels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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With a leather edger, bevel every side of the rear attachment on the finished side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 6:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Use a 3\/16-inch punch and 1-inch oblong punch on the rear strap. Finish the rear strap with the edger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 7:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Use a wool dauber to apply leather dye. Allow it to dry, then finish with your choice of leather protective sealant such as Tan-Kote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 8:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Run the rear strap through the oblong punched holes in the rear pocket to one side. Lace the rear pocket with leather or paracord from the narrow end to the butt end of the stock. Make sure the pocket is firmly secured against the stock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All Together for the Leather Rifle Sling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Rifle<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The three components work as one to provide the user a sling that can be attached to a rifle or shotgun without swivel studs. If a more traditional look is desired, the sling strap can be adjusted and tied in place with leather lace. Otherwise, Chicago screws can be used for ease of adjustment and security. The standard setup also allows the sling to be mounted with the strap pad forward, but for African-style carry, the sling pad can be mounted toward the buttstock for muzzle-down orientation. The sling strap, minus the forward attachment and laced rear pocket, is sized to be used with 1-inch sling swivels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 5:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

With a leather edger, bevel every side of the rear attachment on the finished side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 6:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Use a 3\/16-inch punch and 1-inch oblong punch on the rear strap. Finish the rear strap with the edger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 7:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Use a wool dauber to apply leather dye. Allow it to dry, then finish with your choice of leather protective sealant such as Tan-Kote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 8:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Run the rear strap through the oblong punched holes in the rear pocket to one side. Lace the rear pocket with leather or paracord from the narrow end to the butt end of the stock. Make sure the pocket is firmly secured against the stock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All Together for the Leather Rifle Sling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Rifle<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The three components work as one to provide the user a sling that can be attached to a rifle or shotgun without swivel studs. If a more traditional look is desired, the sling strap can be adjusted and tied in place with leather lace. Otherwise, Chicago screws can be used for ease of adjustment and security. The standard setup also allows the sling to be mounted with the strap pad forward, but for African-style carry, the sling pad can be mounted toward the buttstock for muzzle-down orientation. The sling strap, minus the forward attachment and laced rear pocket, is sized to be used with 1-inch sling swivels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Use a 3\/16-inch round punch and a rawhide mallet, working from the unfinished side, and punch the holes with a firm strike of the mallet. Since you already have the mallet out, use the oblong punch to create the hole where the sling strap will pass through on each side of the pocket. Leave at least a quarter-inch all around the hole to provide enough strength for the rear pouch to hold the weight of the firearm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 5:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

With a leather edger, bevel every side of the rear attachment on the finished side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 6:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Use a 3\/16-inch punch and 1-inch oblong punch on the rear strap. Finish the rear strap with the edger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 7:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Use a wool dauber to apply leather dye. Allow it to dry, then finish with your choice of leather protective sealant such as Tan-Kote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 8:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Run the rear strap through the oblong punched holes in the rear pocket to one side. Lace the rear pocket with leather or paracord from the narrow end to the butt end of the stock. Make sure the pocket is firmly secured against the stock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All Together for the Leather Rifle Sling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\"Rifle<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The three components work as one to provide the user a sling that can be attached to a rifle or shotgun without swivel studs. If a more traditional look is desired, the sling strap can be adjusted and tied in place with leather lace. Otherwise, Chicago screws can be used for ease of adjustment and security. The standard setup also allows the sling to be mounted with the strap pad forward, but for African-style carry, the sling pad can be mounted toward the buttstock for muzzle-down orientation. The sling strap, minus the forward attachment and laced rear pocket, is sized to be used with 1-inch sling swivels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Since this sling will be laced on with paracord<\/a>, the next step is to punch lacing holes. The lacing holes will vary based on preference, but for this particular sling, there will be six spread out every 0.75 inches. Before punching the holes in the leather, use a pen and mark them on your paper template to ensure proper placement. After checking to see if the holes line up correctly, trace them onto the inside of your leather stock wrap with a red pen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use a 3\/16-inch round punch and a rawhide mallet, working from the unfinished side, and punch the holes with a firm strike of the mallet. Since you already have the mallet out, use the oblong punch to create the hole where the sling strap will pass through on each side of the pocket. Leave at least a quarter-inch all around the hole to provide enough strength for the rear pouch to hold the weight of the firearm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 5:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

With a leather edger, bevel every side of the rear attachment on the finished side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 6:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Use a 3\/16-inch punch and 1-inch oblong punch on the rear strap. Finish the rear strap with the edger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 7:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Use a wool dauber to apply leather dye. Allow it to dry, then finish with your choice of leather protective sealant such as Tan-Kote.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 8:<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Run the rear strap through the oblong punched holes in the rear pocket to one side. Lace the rear pocket with leather or paracord from the narrow end to the butt end of the stock. Make sure the pocket is firmly secured against the stock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

All Together for the Leather Rifle Sling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The three components work as one to provide the user a sling that can be attached to a rifle or shotgun without swivel studs. If a more traditional look is desired, the sling strap can be adjusted and tied in place with leather lace. Otherwise, Chicago screws can be used for ease of adjustment and security. The standard setup also allows the sling to be mounted with the strap pad forward, but for African-style carry, the sling pad can be mounted toward the buttstock for muzzle-down orientation. The sling strap, minus the forward attachment and laced rear pocket, is sized to be used with 1-inch sling swivels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This sling offers a variety of carry methods for a variety of rifles and shotguns. From traditional to modern, it can be used to comfortably and securely carry just about any firearm in the field.<\/p>\n","post_title":"Leather Rifle Sling: How to Make Your Own Rifle (or Shotgun) Sling","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","post_password":"","post_name":"diy-leather-rifle-sling","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2023-10-31 22:40:16","post_modified_gmt":"2023-11-01 02:40:16","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/www.athlonoutdoors.com\/2019\/02\/15\/diy-leather-rifle-sling\/","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"jnews_block_23"};

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