An Old School Way to Attach a Sling Without Swivels or Quick Detach

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2 ай бұрын

In this informative video, Reid Henrichs of Valor Ridge shows a way to easily attach a sling to your rifle without Sling Swivels. #firearmtraining #firearmstraining #secondamendment #firearmsinstructor #military #foundingfathers
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@ReidHenrichs 2 ай бұрын

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@TheRadulykan 2 ай бұрын

Thanks Reid you upload awesome stuff man!!!,Later and have a good one 🙂

@1911Fan85 2 ай бұрын

Thank you brother

@johnnygavita 2 ай бұрын

Do you have a link to that sling?

@bigfootracks2 2 ай бұрын

Just bought a sling from tier 1 citizen.

@AdvancedTennisFoundation-ph9zo 2 ай бұрын

What is that other string or elastic on your stock that was already there before you added the attachment.

@MrToad-actual 2 ай бұрын

Thank you, Reid. “I’ve never seen anybody drag a shooting bench to a gun fight” Absolutely hilarious and true. KISS👍

@usbackcountry 2 ай бұрын

Yeah, I always wondered why so many people use a shooting bench beyond sighting in their firearm.

@H_Hold 2 ай бұрын

Yeah I don't use shooting benches, Never have or will unless it's someone else's weapon and it's already set up, like a static concealed precision setup. I never saw the point because practicing active shooting and combat awareness seemed way more relevant.

@eeddsdsd Ай бұрын

@@usbackcountry A bench is good for testing new equipment

@seagray5727 2 ай бұрын

Side note: if you're running your gun enough that the cord wears out and you have to replace it.... You're doing great!

@mr.k.i.s.s7496 Ай бұрын

And 550 cord is cheap

@coffeeandlifting 2 ай бұрын

Been doing this forever. If you need "quick detach," just stick a plastic snap hook on the end so you can clip in and out of the paracord. Sometimes you gotta step away from the gear market and ask whether the fancy stuff is actually solving a problem.

@mr.k.i.s.s7496 Ай бұрын

Or even needed

@MerihemXx 2 ай бұрын

I've been using 550 paracord on my tactical carbines for years! Learned it from guys like you, Reid! Thank you!

@MrEdEtRoIt 2 ай бұрын

YOU JUST TAUGHT A SAILOR A KNOT AND A KEYBOARD WARRIOR WHAT THE SPACE BAR DOES AT THE SAME TIMEE!!!!! BRAVO!

@BRLaue Ай бұрын

Next, work on your CAPS control.

@FabStream41 2 ай бұрын

In ITB, we always received broken gear, including slings. my sling was attached to my M4 with a bootlace on the metal sling loop at the bottom of the stock, and my broken flak buckle was repaired with a zip tie I found on the ground. lol good times.

@Rezolution01 2 ай бұрын

The outer sheath of that cord, with the inner peices removed, holds about 300 pounds.

@robdubent 2 ай бұрын

Won’t work for most of the mall ninjas here in the comments

@airsoftbuddy83 2 ай бұрын

I gut it, makes the cord even more flexible. Seems to snag less when i manipulate the rifle

@douglassmith6872 2 ай бұрын

Well then it is 300 cord instead of 550

@CainnechK 2 ай бұрын

@@douglassmith6872 the way i understand it is there are 5 strands inside the outer layer that each hold 50 lbs. so thats 250 and the OP is saying the outer layer holds about 50 as well

@BloodyMeridianM8 2 ай бұрын

@@CainnechKI think the outer is 300 lb, from what i see here and I’ve seen some obese ncos in hammocks with “empty paracord” lol

@NaterTaterOutdoors 2 ай бұрын

Fieldcraft is better than gear. I like this Reid. Thanks for always sharing your wisdom and craft of the rifle.

@thedodubb 2 ай бұрын

Reids no nonsense approach has always made sense to me, thanks for the upload!

@vicdiaz5180 2 ай бұрын

you have fans in Connecticut Reid! Thank you, sir! 💪🏾🇺🇸

@buckshotscott2616 2 ай бұрын

Paracord is like duct tape's not sticky cousin.

@nagaviper1169 2 ай бұрын

Lol, nice

@micahmoves 2 ай бұрын

Good comment 👍

@BattleGn0me 2 ай бұрын

In STA we used to replace All our ALICE clips with high OD speed tape 550 stitched through the cartridge belt eyelets, all stitched and melted. There's an art to duece gear jungle adaptation.

@hateferlife Ай бұрын

Harness' metal attachment clips replaced by 550 thru the eyelets in the belt? I rocked ALICE whenever I could in Hawaii, and watching Jungle School vids it seems old school is best school as some are still using Rhodesian-rigged ALICE.

@BattleGn0me Ай бұрын

@@hateferlife Tbh. Turns out my Asspack Does have the clips, but it's reinforced with 550 cord sheath and OD cloth tape. Nothing more annoying than a magazine pouch or first aid kit falls off somewhere during a hump,, patrol, or left in a trac. We call that "target indicator". When I was in, Vietnam era duece gear was still issue. Did I mention Hawaii? or did you recognize 2/3??

@hateferlife Ай бұрын

@@BattleGn0me Happenstance on the Hawaii mention. Was in Schofield 2002-09 and glad for it. Knowing how Kahuku and Pohakuloa Training Areas treat gear gave me a good eye for quality kit, and failing that, how to operate thread and needle. Often bumped into MC in the field and deployed. It was always a pleasure to bounce ideas back and forth with fellow Grunts.

@BattleGn0me Ай бұрын

@@hateferlife I was a Dragon gunner in WPNS 2/3 in the late 80's(GenX) and did a lot of demo shoots out at PTA. Then went to STA school at NTA. Lava tended to turn gear red and shred it. Alot of patrol gear we just bought out in town and modified it for purpose.

@rubberbabybuggybumper6270 Ай бұрын

This is a great method. I attached the sling on my AR that I use for hunting with this method. The standard metal sling mounts ended up being too noisy in the woods.

@dl2.504B Ай бұрын

Ive been using 550 cord as keepers for my slings for years. Youre spot on brother. Youre also the only 2A youtuber left that is keeping it real. Ive got much respect for you brother.

@BrassStacks 2 ай бұрын

I bought a sling from Frank Proctor quite a few years ago now. I liked that he used paracord to secure it but I haven't heard much about anyone suggesting it since. Glad to hear this is coming from my favorite Gun KZfaqr!

@tonysmith5465 2 ай бұрын

Very very outstanding video friend. Great job. Keep up the good work. Thanks a lot friend. SC Navy vet. 1965. 🇺🇸😊

@williamolliges2622 2 ай бұрын

That sling looked really long, and then you put it around your body, and it was perfect. I’m gonna look into this a little further. I’m a bit of a knot snob, so I’m sure I can come up with something cool. Thanks for pointing me in a direction.

@amd65ak47 2 ай бұрын

As soon as I heard you say sir at no attachment points for your slings My mind went back to the my first two rifles and this is exactly what I did was talk to me by a green beret and a lot other things sir I wish I had the money and the time to come out and train with you at valley ridge seems like a hell of a good time and as always Godspeed and keep the videos coming.

@michaeldaltonsr8954 2 ай бұрын

TY!! I'm Older School Fudd! While I can see "natural pointability" of AR15 platform, the UN-natural maneuverability of sling vs rifle has been a non-starter for me. Your tip guides me back to my traditional smoke-pole COMPLETE, BUCKSKIN leather fixins set-up. Now, my 20" .308 SFAR/18"HBAR 556MPR gonna be happier handling!! Ty!!

@redbloodedamerican3204 2 ай бұрын

Thank you for the extra videos Reid! As a firearms instructor myself, I really appreciate additional tips and tricks that you provide. I always give you a shoutout for people to check out your videos and opportunities for some of your training

@dat_boiijosh4828 Ай бұрын

When I got my AR, this is exactly how I attached my sling, still running good👍🏽

@ralphday4842 2 ай бұрын

I learned that from a range buddy years ago. Looks terribly ghetto but it works slick , and its cheaper than Q D swivels

@gman122x 2 ай бұрын

Reid, thanks for all the info you've provided over the years. you're the man

@GOBRAGH2 2 ай бұрын

Simple, creative, and functional. Great video!

@teebird6055 2 ай бұрын

Cool great job first time watching will subscribe

@jcohenoutdoors 2 ай бұрын

Great information. I've always hated QD sling attachments. They are expensive, loud, and prone to failure. 550 cord attachments are way better 👍

@Rugrat7211 2 ай бұрын

Thank you Reid for the great video. Please continue to touch us with your knowledge. Priceless.🙏🏻❤️🇺🇸

@FXR_OG 2 ай бұрын

Hey Devil, ML&R brotha. I swear you’re my twin, you and I think the same. It’s pretty scary, I never thought I’d meet another person who truly thinks like my crazy ass. Love ya war dog, outstanding video as always. RAH!

@wctyre49 2 ай бұрын

Thanks Reid for all the great tips.

@dragonsofthunder 2 ай бұрын

Love your channel and what you do! Blessings of grace, mercy, peace, and love

@mr.k.i.s.s7496 Ай бұрын

Necessity is the mother of Invention. During the Iraq Invasion of 2003, I tied 550 cord to the slip ring of my hand guards for my M4/M203, and to the buttstock so I could use the standard issue black sling. I didn't have access to any high speed slings, and attachment points were limited due to the M203. It worked fine.

@craigorzel5181 2 ай бұрын

Thanks for posting. I haven’t used 550 cord to attach a sling since the late ‘90s. Great reminder.

@CORPORAL-dn7nn 2 ай бұрын

Love your videos! Great content Oorah!!

@Tomas_Mariscal 2 ай бұрын

I did the same thing the other day. Think I like it more than sling swivels & qd's.

@ErikAndersonNorthStar 2 ай бұрын

You can also double-back the webbing on the D-Ring like on a climbing harness. It'll help the sling from coming loose on the D-Ring as things wear and the nylon gets slick.

@willieluv 2 ай бұрын

Very informative just blew me away!! Thanks 🙏

@danielmarshall4587 2 ай бұрын

5:18-5:22 LAUGHED OUT LOUD.......................... thank you so much for the wonderful sun shine you bring Mr Henrichs. All the love from the UK.

@davidthompson1529 2 ай бұрын

Great stuff, Reid! Thanks

@williambehan1982 2 ай бұрын

Excellent idea Reid! Thank you

@LandseerNorth 2 ай бұрын

Great class Reid. Thanks! Semper Fi.

@rustybordelon1 2 ай бұрын

Another great video Reid. Semper Fi.

@joelatkinson2080 2 ай бұрын

Fantastic information!!! Thanks Reid!

@502outlaw2 Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing your knowledge!

@haelreysur750 2 ай бұрын

Great info as always. Thanks!

@LKS-1976 2 ай бұрын

Love it brother. We were doing this at Ft. Bragg in mid/late 90s, learned ot from old school senior NCOs.

@Dudemanroman89 2 ай бұрын

Appreciate the video! Funny enough I just got a two point sling in the mail today that has clip points for quick disconnect QD but my butt stock doesn’t have a mount or built-in QD. Was thinking about returning it but now I’m just gonna do this! 👍🏼

@DanaN43 2 ай бұрын

Good info, demo and humor, thanks Reid

@okbob8147 2 ай бұрын

Brother, you are on fire with the videos today. Thank You!

@burrco3086 2 ай бұрын

I do the same thing but use old ww2 old leather slings. Great vids man.

@loco4dogg 2 ай бұрын

Exactly what I'm needing, thank you.

@healthfreak79 2 ай бұрын

Awesome video. Thank you for sharing.

@none4085 2 ай бұрын

Been watching your channel for years sir! Great content per usual, thank you for sharing your knowledge...🇺🇸

@Edw1nSayz 2 ай бұрын

Subscribed immediately upon hearing the truth. It is and has always been prehistoric and historically, Rifleman. Thank you Sir.

@misterenigma6711 2 ай бұрын

Very cool set up. As far as being "that guy"... I think you've earned it, I know I have.

@loboloco866 2 ай бұрын

Excellent review as always. thanks a lot you rock on bro.

@HaroldGodwinson24 Ай бұрын

This is a fantastic video!

@tomrickman6131 2 ай бұрын

Very nice! I love the knot you made I always jut make a loop and pull it through the rail. But I like yours better. Thank you Reid

@joecruggle7638 2 ай бұрын

Loved the video. Thanks!

@CutlassOutdoors 2 ай бұрын

I like that build. Thanks for the sling tip!

@caillouhead 2 ай бұрын

Thanks Reid!!

@mark_luna 2 ай бұрын

Super simple but never thought of it. Thanks!!

@stevenbailey8478 2 ай бұрын

I'm enjoying all these videos.

@jessearroyo3927 2 ай бұрын

Fantastic video, thank you!

@irafowlerjr.7492 2 ай бұрын

Fantastic help, thanks

@jcx117 Ай бұрын

Thanks for the video.

@thadstinson6955 2 ай бұрын

Thanks, brother!!! Appreciate the info!

@freesoulsoldierdavid9883 2 ай бұрын

I was looking for a way to sling up my shotgun last week. I used paracord and a old guitar strap and frankensteined a sling. Works great. Necessity is the mother of invention

@CosmicTaco333 2 ай бұрын

Excellent info.

@Thomastank2023 2 ай бұрын

Reid!!! Not sure if you were shadow banned or what, but glad to see your videos again.

@overlordisgoogle8431 2 ай бұрын

I didn't know this. Thank you for sharing.

@eddiexoc8430 2 ай бұрын

Good information. Thank you.

@armedanglican6361 2 ай бұрын

I like your Old School / practical approach to everything. I am an Old School guy. Thanks.

@ishkabibble2204 2 ай бұрын

Thanks buddy! I appreciate it. First time I saw that was training with Paul Howe. Didnt think anything of it until i came across youe video. Gonna give it a try.

@SnakePliskin86 2 ай бұрын

This is awesome. I put a hole through my holster on my new PCC recently… gonna move it now

@seansilva967 2 ай бұрын

I use a paracord butterfly knot and heat shrink tubing for my sling mounts 🤘

@sampoole8058 2 ай бұрын

Great job ,I like the noise factor.

@64samsky 2 ай бұрын

Thank you sir!

@sethblack5309 2 ай бұрын

Great video & tons of laughs in a good way. 😄

@sonofafisherman743 2 ай бұрын

Needed that thanks 👍

@eltenda 2 ай бұрын

Awesome 👌

@duckwrangler2456 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much that was awesome

@RAVEN187187 2 ай бұрын

Great info 👏👏👏

@larryjohnson7591 2 ай бұрын

Damn-it! Why didn't I think of that? Great video Reid. I love it. I have plenty of the 550 around the house. I use it on my vehicles, on my Ham Radio Grear, and always carry some hunting. Now I have a way to hook up that damn AR that nothing seemed to work on. Thanks Again.

@KCnoSurrender 2 ай бұрын

“Do this in a well ventilated area or you’ll vote democrat…” This actually made me laugh out loud. Literally and physically. Thank you, Reid! First time I think I’ve smiled all day today. Love it!

@mark_luna 2 ай бұрын

I had to rewind to make sure I heard that right! Lol

@Kylecombes4 2 ай бұрын

Thanks Reid!

@dustinrichards5110 2 ай бұрын

Good stuff man

@blacktronpavel 2 ай бұрын

Yes! 5-50 Cord for the win. Used that most of my career up until OIF had me using a single point mount to my armor directly.

@user-ob8hp2ht4o 2 ай бұрын

excellent video

@MrSilvervw 2 ай бұрын

Fantastic content 👌 👏 👍

@SausagecatChannel Ай бұрын

My lowcost solution was to take leather accoustic guitar strap mounts so I could use a wide fender guitar strap on my .450 master of bushes project. Gives it a ton of character and works legit.