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Have you ever heard it said that a sling for your rifle is like a holster for your pistol?
I have… and I think there’s a lot of truth to that statement.
I like to outfit all of my rifles with slings because it just feels like they’re incomplete without them.
Now I’ve tried a lot of slings out there and at the moment there’s just one that really stands out to me.
It was created by Frank Proctor… And if you’ve never heard of him before let me give you a quick summary about him:
- Special Forces Veteran
- Competition Shooter
- Incredible Firearms Instructor
He’s the real deal for sure, and the sling he created really hit the ball out of the park.
So with that said, this Proctor sling review is going to address why I like it so much and touch on the following points:
- The fact that it’s a 2 point sling
- The smooth slider
- The ease of attachment
- The compact size
- The very reasonable price
Let’s get into it…
The Frank Proctor Sling Is A 2 Point Sling…
I know there are a lot of AR 15 shooters out there who enjoy using 1 point slings.
Personally, I’ve always preferred using 2 point slings, especially when I’m outfitting a kind of general purpose rifle.
Look, 1 point slings are great for certain situations like a team of SWAT guys storming a bad guy in a building.
It makes sense for them because they’re going to be in and out, and hopefully, the job won’t take too long to complete.
But just think about how different that is from an infantry soldier making his way through the mountains.
You don’t want your rifle swinging around from a 1 point sling knocking into your thighs every time to take a step.
Now I’m not comparing myself to an infantryman… I’m just a civilian gun enthusiast.
But I do think that a 2 point sling is more versatile than a 1 point and just makes a lot more sense for most people.
For example, I like the fact that you can secure the rifle close to your body and pretty much free up both of your hands.
In addition to that, you can sling your rifle across your back to get even more ability to move while still keeping possession of your rifle.
You’ll be able to:
- Run around
- Climb obstacles
- And carry heavy equipment
All while carrying around your rifle which is simply not possible if you’re running a 1 point sling.
I Love The Extra Smooth Slider On The Way Of The Gun Sling…
There are many slings on the market right now that come with a slider…
…but to be honest, I’ve never used one that is as smooth as the slider on my Proctor sling.
Some of them are really stiff, and when you try to loosen or tighten the sling it becomes so difficult that you eventually have to use both hands.
That really defeats the purpose of having the slider in the first place…
…because it’s supposed to make it easy and convenient to adjust the length of your sling…
And of course, there are many reasons why you’d want to quickly adjust the length of your sling.
For instance, when you’re moving around you don’t want your rifle dangling because your sling is too long.
So what you do is secure it closer to your body because that allows you to move around more easily.
At the same time, you might need to start shooting at a moment’s notice.
If that’s the case, having extra slack in your sling will allow you to take aim easier and have better overall control of your rifle.
You also want that extra slack in your sling because it makes reloading and clearing malfunctions easier as well.
All of this is why the slider on the way of the gun sling really stands out. It’s smooth, fast, and easy to adjust with one hand…
…and of all the slings I’ve used over the years, it really stands out as being the best.
Attaches To Your Rifle Easily…
The simplicity of the Proctor sling is another major benefit. There are two versions of this sling available:
- The Proctor sling with QD swivels (Quick Detach)
- The Proctor sling with paracord
Obviously, the QD version of this sling attaches the same way all quick detach systems work.
It’s very convenient, but to be honest, I actually prefer the paracord version.
The Proctor sling install with paracord is simple. It attaches by looping the strips of paracord through part of your stock at the back of your rifle…
…and around your hand guard near the front of your rifle.
I like the use of the paracord because it:
- reduces bulk
- eliminates any awkward metal pivoting points
- doesn’t rattle around on your gun making noise
Now, the big question most shooters have when seeing the paracord is if it’s durable.
Well, I’ve been using my Proctor sling for about 3 years now, and I’ve never noticed any signs of wear.
I’ve even heated up the rail on my rifle to the point where I couldn’t even hold it, and the paracord attaching my sling was completely unaffected.
So from my experience, it has been very durable, and I trust that it’s going to continue doing its job for many years to come.
Compact Size And Weight…
I really like that the way of the gun sling is small and lightweight.
The sling itself (the paracord version) only weighs 3 oz!
To me, that’s really exciting because keeping the weight down on my rifles is something I’m always trying to do.
I also have a Magpul sling, which is a good quality sling, but my biggest problem with it…
…is that it’s significantly heavier than my Proctor sling.
You can feel that weight difference both on and off the gun.
And since keeping your gun lightweight means you can carry it longer or carry more ammunition and probably transition between shots quicker…it’s a pretty big deal to me.
In addition to that, the strap on the Proctor sling is thinner than most others slings you’ll find on the market.
I was concerned about whether or not it would be comfortable at first, but after running the sling for a long time…
…I can say that it’s just as comfortable as any other sling I’ve ever used.
Surprisingly Affordable…
I don’t know about you but I’ve noticed that usually, AR-15 accessories seem to be way overpriced.
I’ve seen some AR-15 slings cost upwards of $100, which is insane to me.
That being said I’m happy to report that the Proctor sling…
…despite having a smooth slider and being ultra-lightweight, is pretty dang affordable.
If you go with the QD version, it’ll probably cost you around $50 to $60 at the time I’m writing this review.
But I recommend you go with the paracord version because I think it’s a more versatile sling and it costs less.
When I purchased mine it was around 30 bucks or so. That’s a pretty reasonable price that I think most gun owners can afford.
Frank Proctor Sling Review – Conclusions…
In the end, I think the Way of the Gun Frank Proctor sling is the best AR 15 sling on the market because:
- It’s a 2 point sling
- It’s got a smooth slider
- It attaches easily
- And it’s super lightweight
Add on to that it’s a reasonable price, and you’ve got a premium sling that doesn’t carry with it a premium price tag.