ewayne53 Report post Posted October 31, 2019 I'm making a rifle sling and I want to put some suede on the back. I've never worked with suede so I'm not sure what I'm looking for. Since the main sling will be 8/9 oz I'm assuming I want the suede to be much smaller like a 2/3 oz. Any input is appreciated. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bant Report post Posted November 5, 2019 In my opinion I believe you first need to determine the intended use of the sling. For example, will it be primarily used for carrying a rifle with occasional use as a hasty sling or is it intended for use in competition setting? Once the intended use is defined, then the build components can be spec'd out. I'm not a pro leather worker or even a skilled hobbyist, but I have a solid background in firearms. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chuck123wapati Report post Posted November 5, 2019 I use pig suede for my hunting slings. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JLSleather Report post Posted November 5, 2019 I've seen some "slings" that can only realistically be used by weight lifters --- 8/9 oz with about 4 oz suede on the back. Weighs as much as the rifle If you're going to suede line, I'd use something more like a 5/6 or 6/7 for the body of the sling. Then about a 4 oz suede wouldn't be quite so obtrusive. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
