Anti slip for shoulder strap / gun sling?

[HavnerDesign]

On 9/21/2022 at 5:15 AM, GatoGordo said:

I line the back of the sling with suede. It provides grip and a padding for the shoulder.

Yes I have also done that in the past, it works ok and seem to last over time. This time I was trying to evolve and challenge myself to find alternative, and possibly cheaper, solutions. However, suede will likely outlast any manmade material... 

[HavnerDesign]

On 9/20/2022 at 11:05 PM, TomE said:

This product is a synthetic rubber (butadiene) for sealing the flesh side of leather.  I use it mixed 50:50 with water and work the first coat into the leather with a glass slicker then apply a thin second coat.  However, it dries as a smooth nontacky finish (like the label says).  It seals out moisture and seems to be durable.  I use it on bridle pieces that are split thickness as a replacement for the mossback finish of full thickness bridle leather. 

The BT639 might not suit your purposes.  What about sewing on a liner of rough out chaps leather?   https://www.hidehouse.com/Leather/Pearl-Split-Cow-Split-Grain-Suede-Finish-PE10-P.asp

Thanks! Had never seen this product. Does it make about the same result as Tokonole or Gum trag? And yes, a leather liner of some sort is a good solution!

 

[HavnerDesign]

On 9/20/2022 at 7:37 PM, chuck123wapati said:

a lot of folks put a thumb hole through or a loop on the inside to hang their thumb in so the sling wont slip around.

Yes! I've seen thumb holes and they are very clever and add a nice little detail to the sling if they are neatly done with stitching around the hole and so. Working on a custom sling right now that somebody ordered and will make a thumb hole as a surprise feature i think!

[TomE]

3 hours ago, HavnerDesign said:

 

The BT639 is an adhesive that penetrates the flesh side and glues the fibers together.  Burnishing with tokonole or gum trag is a surface treatment.  I have also used PVA glue (Elmers white glue) mixed with stain to seal the flesh side (worked in with a glass slicker), but this stiffens the leather and I suspect it will break down with flexing the strap.  You can find threads here about using stain/glue mixtures for sealing edges.

[Wyowally]

I horseback hunt and use a regular saddle scabbard when mounted. I tried but don't like any of the extra wide at the shouder slings because they make it harder to get the rifle in and out. I made up a sling with the leather slit sliding strap keeper and 1 1/4" wide strap. Then on the back side where it rides on my shoulder I attached two parallel strips of leather about 8" long - where others have put suede. The strips are rough side out and have a 3/8" gap between. They're attached with a single row of stitching. The theory being the edges of the strips will catch and hold from slipping better. They can twist a little, and the gap between can allow some of the coat or jacket fabric to go up between for a little more friction. Also added a thumb strap. Works OK so far, but haven't tested with different jackets. More pictures if anyone wants them.

[nrk]

suede might be a solution

[ArkieNewbie]

On 9/20/2022 at 4:05 PM, TomE said:

What about sewing on a liner of rough out chaps leather?

 

Springfield Leather sells 13/4" wide rough out strips too. 

[JayEhl]

maybe rubbing a light coat of bees wax?

 

[Gezzer]

@HavnerDesign  I am curious  , what did you come up with ?

[HavnerDesign]

@Wyowally I am impressed. Nice looking sling and a smart solution with the leather strips for grip. Care to share a close up photo of the strips?