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    Across the chest rifle slings

    I hunt with a 30-06 circa late 1950's (beauty but heavy). I am frequently back packing and would like to carry the gun across chest. I noticed Kifaru Universal Gun Bearer discussed here but could not find a source for them. Anyone using an across the chest sling and where to get ... thanks.

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    Re: Across the chest rifle slings

    I use a safari sling can’t remember where I bought it. I really like it when still hunting timber sometimes when climbing hills it is a little awkward but not that bad. They are hard to find in stores it might be easier on line.

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    Re: Across the chest rifle slings

    It is for sale at Kifaru. https://store.kifaru.net/gun-bearers-p30.aspx

    I have the Gunbearer on my pack and like it but I find a heavy gun sort of loads that hip more than the other one and my hip gets sore.

    If I'm going to wander without my pack I use the Safari Sling which is another good method for carrying a rifle across your chest.
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    Re: Across the chest rifle slings

    Another vote for the Safari sling.
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    Re: Across the chest rifle slings

    DIY



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    Re: Across the chest rifle slings

    Similar to Nam sling. Works great but it must be the true Safari sling.
    Last edited by orest.06; 10-09-2020 at 07:17 PM.

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    Re: Across the chest rifle slings

    I use a universal gun bearer. Bought direct from Kifaru. Buy the universal, not the standard though.
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    Re: Across the chest rifle slings

    I got my Kifaru gun bearer through Omar at Precision Optics in Quesnel. Not sure if he’s still bringing them in. Might be worth a call.

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    Re: Across the chest rifle slings

    The original Safari sling has always been my go to sling for conventional rifles as it is so versatile. Cabela Canada still shows a picture of one, but is no longer available through them. I have always purchased mine in the states so I am not sure of a Canadian supplier.

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    Re: Across the chest rifle slings

    again, another easy diy, just add a webbing/cord loop in between the sling and the swivel, or run the small cord through the stud w/o the swivel.

    Its not rocket surgery
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