Rossr Report post Posted October 20, 2022 Made this sling up for my 15 year old. He asked for black with a derr and his initials. Don Gonzales Thumbhole sling pattern. Wicket and Craig black skirting , oil tan for the back. Sewed on machine. Thought I'd share Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cardinal leather Report post Posted October 20, 2022 nice work Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rossr Report post Posted October 20, 2022 3 minutes ago, cardinal leather said: nice work Thanks, glad to see you are still around the forums! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chux Report post Posted October 21, 2022 I like it, but...why the thumb hole?? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rossr Report post Posted October 21, 2022 1 minute ago, Chux said: I like it, but...why the thumb hole?? Not sure there is a why more of a why not. Don's pattern pack a has regular sling and the thumb hole pattern one. I had never seen on before. So I Made one for my youngest and then this one for my oldest. My oldest and I both liked the thumb hole and found it a nice addition. Is it needed. Nope. But I liked how you could hold it that way when the gun is on your shoulder. Ross Ps. I have no affiliation with Don Gonzales, but I do like the pattern pack and sure enjoy his you tube videos he shares a lot of great knowledge. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GatoGordo Report post Posted October 21, 2022 24 minutes ago, Chux said: I like it, but...why the thumb hole?? I put a thumb loop on my shotgun sling and I like it. It allows me to hook my thumb in the loop and relax my hand and arm while stabilizing the sling and preventing the shotgun from sliding back. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dwight Report post Posted October 21, 2022 With the thumb hole sling . . . you can take a small dowel rod about 3 or 4 inches long . . . tie a string to it or thru it in center . . . long ways . . . tie the string to your belt loop closest to your belt buckle . . . put the dowel thru and then sideways of the thumb hole . . . and the weight of the weapon then is on your belt . . . holding up your britches on one end . . . the gun on the other. Makes for carrying the gun and stuff in your arms a lot easier . . . such as a cinnamon roll and a cup of coffee . . . It is especially useful for a heavy gun that is receiver heavy. May God bless, Dwight Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chux Report post Posted October 21, 2022 Thanks for the replies. If I'm "understanding" things the hole in the sling isn't for stability when shooting, just for carrying the rifle? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rossr Report post Posted October 21, 2022 5 minutes ago, Chux said: Thanks for the replies. If I'm "understanding" things the hole in the sling isn't for stability when shooting, just for carrying the rifle? That's my take. Just a comfortable way to hold the sling when it's on your shoulder. But that's me. @Dwight for some reason needs it so he has extra room for coffee and a cinnamon roll. hahahahha Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chux Report post Posted October 21, 2022 Here I was trying to figure out how to shoot with my thumb through the hole haha Today I learned something! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PastorBob Report post Posted October 21, 2022 That's beautiful! Amazing what the kids "need" made out of leather when they have a source lol. That will be an heirloom piece for sure. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GatoGordo Report post Posted October 21, 2022 9 hours ago, Chux said: Thanks for the replies. If I'm "understanding" things the hole in the sling isn't for stability when shooting, just for carrying the rifle? Yes. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brokenolmarine Report post Posted October 21, 2022 I like it, I could use one myself. Nicely done. I'd make one for my Ruger Ranch Rifle and put a Coyote on it. Where did you order the pattern pack? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rossr Report post Posted October 21, 2022 This is my youngest thumbhole sling. Starting to think I need one too. But in brown not black! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rossr Report post Posted October 21, 2022 1 hour ago, PastorBob said: That's beautiful! Amazing what the kids "need" made out of leather when they have a source lol. That will be an heirloom piece for sure. Thanks. Yes amazing how often they need a new knife from the knife shop or a new sheath or or or or Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YinTx Report post Posted October 21, 2022 All those came out great! I put out a sling, and the first thing folks wanted was one with a thumbhole, lol. Just makes hanging on to it a bit easier I suppose. YinTx Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Burkhardt Report post Posted October 22, 2022 13 hours ago, Brokenolmarine said: I like it, I could use one myself. Nicely done. I'd make one for my Ruger Ranch Rifle and put a Coyote on it. Where did you order the pattern pack? https://shop.dgsaddlery.com/products/9-10-oz-thumbhole-rifle-sling-material Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rossr Report post Posted October 22, 2022 (edited) 10 hours ago, YinTx said: All those came out great! I put out a sling, and the first thing folks wanted was one with a thumbhole, lol. Just makes hanging on to it a bit easier I suppose. YinTx Thank you sir. Edited October 22, 2022 by Rossr Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YinTx Report post Posted October 22, 2022 52 minutes ago, Rossr said: Thank you sir. Hahaha nice edit! and you are welcome, well deserved. YinTx Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brokenolmarine Report post Posted October 22, 2022 I have the patterns on order. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rossr Report post Posted November 10, 2022 Well got one made for me too. Wickett and Craig leather skirting. Some stamping and I put an R on it for my name. Back is 2 to 3 Oz veg tan machine stitched. Notnbad for a quick couple hours. Imo anyway Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Burkhardt Report post Posted November 10, 2022 Is that a Sergey (the Y's) stamp or from somewhere else? That a nice looking stamp that flows with the length of the sling. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rossr Report post Posted November 10, 2022 (edited) 10 minutes ago, Burkhardt said: Is that a Sergey (the Y's) stamp or from somewhere else? That a nice looking stamp that flows with the length of the sling. Yes from leatherstampstools. Sponsor here I believe, I really like that pattern a lot. Edited November 10, 2022 by Rossr Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chuck123wapati Report post Posted November 10, 2022 All three are fantastic, my son could sure use a new one. i could have used a thumb hole on mine this last month although i had no coffee or cinnamon rolls with me at the time. I don't know about the dowel rod idea if i was to see a huge bull elk and my rifle was hooked to my britches things might get ugly in a hurry lol. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brokenolmarine Report post Posted November 10, 2022 Went to Tandy and got what I needed a few days ago, will be starting soon. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
