The official Warrior Poet Society Rifle Sling, fresh out of WPS Laboratories and proudly made in the USA.
Best Tactical Rifle Gun Bungee Sling With Jedi Buckle
Many shooters struggle with a loose sling that causes the gun to hit their legs during movement...unless they've got hands on the gun. A bungee tactical rifle gun sling holds your gun so that you don't have to. Tightening your rifle sling so the gun is higher and tighter to the body is the better solution. Tightening the rifle sling too much, though, can cause difficulty in quickly presenting your gun. Ideally, the sling holds the gun close when you don't need to shoot, but also allows you enough free-play to present the gun when you do need it. Two key improvements help the WPS tactical rifle sling accomplish this ideal:
Bungee Sling Section - allows the sling to hold the gun higher and tighter to the shooter than other slings while still allowing the shooter to present the gun to address immediate threats. Other slings may need to be worn looser (causing your gun to hit you in the legs when you walk without a support hand on the gun), or for you to have some form of quick-adjust piece to continually change the length of the sling.
Jedi Buckle - The importance (and coolness) of this quick-release (and -attachment) feature cannot be overstated. Rare earth magnets are used to allow a new type of buckle that is much faster and easier to connect and disconnect than traditional quick-disconnects. This is a cool improvement, and also happens to be really fun. Yes, part of the appeal of the Jedi Buckle is that it is fun. #dontjudgeituntilyoutryit
And just in case you’re wondering if the Jedi Buckle will suddenly release on you, we took the sling to the gym. Even after weighting the buckle with 160 lbs, it still held. See the video for more on that. It’s very strong but releases with the flick of a finger.
- Compatible with QD Sling Swivels for increased speed and flexibility
- Magnetic Jedi Buckle for lightning fast attachment/detachment
- Bungee section provides just the right amount of give to maximize comfort and mobility while maintaining stability
The Integrated Stretch and Perfect Positioning of the WPS Rifle Sling
A rifle sling should keep your gun high and tight and between your knees when you’re hands-free and on the move. Let me just say–if you’re using a hand to steady your gun or you’re continually adjusting its position, that defeats the point of a sling.
- Form fitting.The grade of bungee we use provides just the right amount of stretch so that it conforms to your torso–even when wearing your full kit (body armor, ammo, comms equipment, etc)–but not so much that it bounces.
- Perfectly placed. The way the sling holds the gun ensures the butt stock sits right near the pocket of my shoulder. It’s idiot-proof because it’s always right there where I need it.
- Customizable. The harness system of the WPS Rifle Sling provides for a customized fit with easily-adjustable straps to create tension and mobility where they are needed most.
- Fast acting. The ergonomics mean more than just comfort. That stretch system enables you to be quick on the draw in a variety of tactical environments when milliseconds count. The fact that I can do a shoulder transition with a snug-fitting sling–that should blow your mind.
The WPS Rifle Sling is the result of decades of R&D on the battlefield of Afghanistan, Iraq, and other tactical environments.
Early on in the global war on terrorism, before this huge industry blew up with a thousand options for how to customize a weapon, I just wasn’t impressed with what I was issued in the Rangers. This is why I started making my own rifle slings.
I took a section of tubular nylon, scrunched it up at one point and added a section of bungee. It had just the right amount of give so I could quickly maneuver my rifle, and when not in use it would ride perfectly out in front of me–high and snug. It didn’t knock my knees, a heated muzzle or suppressor didn’t singe my shoes, and it was already in the right place to shoulder for engagement.
I loved that sling.
Then, of course, I made some pretty terrible slings with a little too much bungee and poor placement of hardware. My gun bounced around everywhere and drove me nuts. But what this trial and error experimentation did was set me on a journey of solving a real-world battlefield problem. As a dude who is hunting around the deserts of Afghanistan or the urban areas of Iraq, I needed a rifle sling that would hold my gun up close, high and tight. I needed to be able to walk with my hands free–to work on a casualty, go hands-on with a hostile, or do whatever else I needed to do without my rifle getting in the way. But the gun also needed to be ready for action.
Fast forward to today. We’ve finally perfected what I wanted to create a long, long time ago. I present to you The WPS Rifle Sling. It’s a game changer. This sling is the result of years of R&D on the battlefield and in other tactical environments around the world. We know it works because we’ve tested it tirelessly.
If you’re thinking “Man. That sling would be pretty cool for my agency or team,” you’re probably right.
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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
- What is a bungee sling?
Sometimes called an elastic rifle sling, a bungee sling is a rifle sling that incorporates an elastic bungee section.
- What is the purpose of a sling on a rifle?
The primary purpose of a sling on a rifle is to provide additional stability by making the interface between the shooter and the rifle more rigid. Because the sling helps to hold the rifle for you, less muscle and effort is required to support the rifle. This will ultimately improve marksmanship, especially over the course of longer engagements.
- What are the benefits of a rifle bungee sling?
A rifle bungee sling allows the user much more flexible manipulation of the weapon while still keeping the rifle snug against the user's body without bouncing too much.
- Is a rifle sling necessary?
Yes, a rifle sling is necessary. You will not find a professional operator that does not have a support sling on their rifle as it allows them the opportunity to free up their hands for other needs, while also giving them the ability to carry the rifle over long distances with a fraction of the effort and energy.
- Is a 1 or 2 point sling better?
Most firearms are designed to better accomodate a two point sling as opposed to a one point sling. Having a secondary attachment point will generally grant the user more stability.
- Does the military use rifle slings?
Yes, every branch of the military uses slings on their rifle.
- What is the best width for a rifle sling?
A rifle sling that is around 1 1/4-inch to 1 1/2-inch wide will provide the proper amount of stability while still maintaing a low profile and easily interfacing with any kit you may have on.
- Does a rifle sling help with accuracy?
Yes, a rifle sling helps improve shooting accuracy by providing additional stability to the user and reducing fatique and shake that may result from holding the rifle for extended periods of time without a sling attached. The rifle sling does the support work for you so you can focus on maintaining a clear sight alignment and sight picture.
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WPS Rifle Sling
I picked up this sling during a sale, and I’m immediately regretting that I only picked up one. I put it on my MK18 and I now need to put one on my other guns. The quality of materials is and the thought that went into this sling setup beat out everything currently on the market. The stretch that it offers is exactly the right amount and it the coolness factor is off the charts. Highly recommended.
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WPS sling
Have 4, purchasing more, that is how much I love these slings. Best sling on the market, IMO
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Excellent with a minor issue
Fantastic sling, I used it on my last moose hunt (which was unfortunately unsuccessful) with my tikka T3 mounted on a German Gun Stock. I’m almost totally satisfied with the product with only one critique: the Jedi buckle makes a slight clicking sound while moving. It’s very subtle, but it will drive any stalking hunter mad. I fixed it with some good old duck tape so that both components stayed glued together and quiet. I would suggest building a second and cheaper version of the sling without the Jedi buckle. I will definitely hunt with this again.
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Incredible Rifle Sling Design
The WPS rifle sling is an exceptional piece of gear. It is very well designed and a lot of thought and experience went into the engineering behind it.
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Rifle sling
Just received my rifle sling yesterday , the one with the Jedi clip, AWESOME! I love it! Great when you need to unstrap quickly, just a slight pull and your free!
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Best Sling
I’ve had quite a few different rifle slings and decided to order one of the WP slings. By far the best sling I own! I’ll be ordering more for my other rifles.
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Everything John says it is
I HATE BUNGEE SLINGS..... Well I did anyway. This is nothing like any bungee sling out there. Definitely worth the money if you are on the fence. It really is everything he says it is. My only "fix" would be a little more strap on the stock/brace end. It wouldn't quite fit the SOB brace the way I wanted (yes it is a me problem) but made it work and I love it anyway ;-). Doubt I will every by any other sling!
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Best Slings I Own
I have a lot of slings but my two Warrior Poet Slings are by far the best. My third one is in the mail and on its way to me
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Amazing sling, and a company that stands behind their product
First off I absolutely love the sling, keep it on my home defense firearm via a SentryStrap so I'll have it immediately available if needed. And I can say the sling is amazingly sturdy. So much so that it survived the basic torture tests I did to see if it failed and some light training before the strap failed after a year due to two lines of stitching having been missed. I reached out and they immediately rushed me out a replacement within 48 hours. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a great sling from an even greater group!
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Great Sling
So far so great. It just came in the mail and I’m trying to reteach my brain from years of swimming out from my sling from first initial contact. I’m taking it with me to JRTC and that will be a really good test of how durable the sling will be in the swamps. RLTW!