1791 HUNT Padded Rifle Sling Brown – American Steerhide Leather

Description

The 1791 HUNT Padded Rifle Sling brings the kind of leatherwork you don't see much anymore to a piece of gear you'll reach for every season. It's built from 100% Certified American Heavy Native Steerhide, which is the same top-graded, weight-selected hide 1791 uses across their sling line. That means a strap with real body and grain to it, one that breaks in and molds to you over years of use instead of cracking or fraying like the cheap stuff.

What Sets This Padded 1791 Sling Apart

The headline here is the padding. A suede backing sits against your shoulder and does two jobs at once: it cushions the weight of the rifle and grips your jacket so the sling stays put instead of sliding around on a steep climb. Field testing on 1791's suede-backed straps has shown the backing holds its ground well during shoulder carry, which is exactly what you want when you're picking your way up a hillside or hauling a rifle from the truck to a stand. The reinforced stitching is there to keep everything together for the long haul.

Fit and Setup on Your Rifle

The HUNT Padded Sling adjusts from 32 to 37 inches, measured swivel to swivel, so you can size it down for a snug carry or let it out to clear heavy layers. It's built to run on standard 1-inch swivels, which most bolt guns, lever actions, and pump shotguns already accept through their factory studs. If your rifle isn't already set up with swivels and studs, you'll want to add those before mounting the sling.

Leather That Earns Its Keep

There's a reason walnut-and-leather guns get paired with a strap like this instead of black nylon. Leather looks the part on a classic rifle, and steerhide of this grade is a natural, durable material that ages gracefully. 1791 backs the HUNT line with a lifetime warranty, so this is a buy-once piece of kit that'll likely outlast a few of the rifles it rides on.