Best gun swivels according to redditors

Tech Sights.

USGI Sling and sling swivels in which to mount it. Oh, and you'll need some swivel studs for the swivels.

Appleseed, too. You should do that.

In any case, good choice of rifle.

You can absolutely put a sling on it.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000H6NJ7I/ref=mp_s_a_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1475203288&sr=8-7&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=sling+mounts&dpPl=1&dpID=41RP16XCdYL&ref=plSrch

Just grab that (or find a kit with 1 1/4" loops) and follow the directions in the package. You'll just need a drill and some epoxy.

Don't worry, you're fine.

Congrats!

Now buy:
Tech Sights
Uncle mike's swivels and studs, 1.25"
1.25" Wide USGI Cotton Loop Sling
And sign up for an Appleseed Project shoot in your state

Also, consider a Kidd trigger kit and bolt buffer

• JG BAR-10
  
• Action Army Hop up
  
• Maple Leaf Autobot 70D
  
• Maple Leaf Omega nub
  
• Maple Leaf inner barrel
  
• Vortex Crossfire II 2-7x32 on Primary Arms mount
  
• Ferro Concepts Slingster
  
• New swivel studs cause the stock ones are shit
  
• Some camo wrap (temporary until I get around to painting)
  
• Random amazon bipod
  
• 3x Action Army mags, 1 JG mag
  
• Teflon tape on bucking/barrel and cylinder threads.
  
  
• Spiritus Micro Fight chest rig
  
• 2x double pistol inserts
  
• Persec Zipsert
  
• Attached to TMC Flatpack (Not shown)
  
• bunch of stupid patches
  
  
• Mechanix M-pacts with thumb and index finger cut. Removing mags with gloves is a pain in the ass.
  
  Pretty happy with how it's all working. The BAR-10 is working pretty well for how little I've spent on it (About $250 before attachments) and has pretty perfect airseal.

Recently (this Saturday) did some work to convert mine to an LTR. Still waiting on the sling mounts, but here here's mine: http://imgur.com/a/34ePZ

For the curious, here's all of the modifications:

• Tech-SIGHTS TSR200RL
  
• Volquartsen Bolt Release and Target Hammer
  
• Bell and Carlson Extended Magazine Release
  
• CJ Weapons M1 Garand Web Sling
  
• Butler Creek Steel Lips Magazine
  
• Uncle Mike's Quick Detachable Sling Swivels
  
  I can't wait to get out and put some holes in paper with it now. With the new bolt release and target hammer, dry-firing feels so amazing compared to stock parts.

its not a shame. it is a rip off. magpul sells you an expensive stock and then says... ohh... want to mount a sling to it? here, send us another $30.

screw them. i went and bought these:

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HJL094O/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

which work perfectly great. didnt come with mounting screws, but they were easy enough to pick up at the hardware store.

$13

Amazon

Just look for "qd sling mount mlok" eBay has them from China for $11 shipped

Perhaps this Uncle Mikes product is something you can use, if there are no sling studs on your gun already. Or the GG&G sling plate if you want a single-point.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B07BQNMHTH

Or OP could but a 3 dollar uncle mikes sling stud from amazon and do it themselves for zero cost and hassle - it's really simple, I did it myself on a synthetic stocked 10/22 in about 10 minutes.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002E6T1NU

• Tech Sights
  
  
• Sling swivels
  
  
• USGI nylon web sling
  
  
• Ammo
  
  If you've taken care of the above, you should find a local Appleseed shoot and become an excellent marksman.

• Sling Swivel - 1.25-Inch - For my Appleseed 10/22 Link
  
• Leapers QD scope mount - For my 22 scope Link
  
• 2000 Rounds Aguila Rifle Match - For Appleseed next weekend Link

I want to do an Appleseed event and I've got a 10/22. Most of the process of turning it into a LTR is straight-forward but I'm getting stumped on the swivel studs for a USGI sling.

Can someone tell me exactly which Uncle Mike's product to get that will appropriately address this? I am told that I need 1 1/4" sling mounts, not 1".

EDIT: Ordered these based on reviews: http://www.amazon.com/Uncle-Mikes-QD-115-RGS/dp/B0009TTROW

Mostly done. I have to install the dust cover, crush washer, and buy sights.



Parts List

Item | Price | Weight (oz)
---|---|----
upper/lower combo | $81.00 | 22
Barrel | $104 | 16
Tax Stamp | $200 | Soul
gas tube | $9.85 | .9
gas block | $9.95 | 4
UTG super slim 7" rail | $82.16 | 7.6
engraving | $30.00 | -.00005
forward assist | $14.00 | factored into upper
LPK Rock River | $63.00 | factored into upper
MAXIM CQB STOCK | $376.21 | 18.59
bolt carrier | $0 | 11.5
CNC Warrior AK74 Brake | $37.00 | 2?
CNC Warrior 5/8-24 to M24x1.5 Adapter | $19.00 | 1?
AIM Nitrided bolt assembly kit | $55.00 | factored into upper
charging handle | $16.00 | factored into upper
utg single point sling mount | $7.46 | idk
BCM Grip Mod 1 | $28.00 | idk
4mm set screw for brake | $0.62 | negligable
Ejection port cover | $11.00 | factored into upper
magpul moe trigger guard | $8.50 | idk
crush washer | $1.40 | idk
Totals | $1171.15 | 90.39 (5.649375 lb)

The prices factor in S/H

Just make sure it is cotton, not nylon.

This type of sling swivel (because you told us your gun has qd attachment points). Braudel Sling Swivel Mount Qd Quick Detach/Release 1.25",Heavy Duty Push Button Swivels (2X QD Sling Swivels) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MXYWFE4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_YUkDCbSMRXNM8

This is the swivel set you need. It has a stud that go into the barrel band in front, or use a screw-in one on the stock. You will need to file the plastic on the barrel band down a bit to get it to tighten down right. The rear one will just be the screw-in one.

As Mr. fufu said below, it's not hard to do and basic drill and file sets are always handy to have around, or it should be a pretty easy job for any gunsmith.

Today was day 1 of my first Appleseed and I'm using a TakeDown. Other than the swivels being a little more work to install it works just fine. I would suggest against the Magpul specifically for Appleseed. The QD points are on the side which will make the gun tilt when you use the sling for support, and the cheek weld can be weird for how they teach it. In general I love that stock, just not for this.

I really like these as a budget alternative to the VTAC quick-adjust sling. $20 all day long, great construction (tubular nylon instead of flat straps), and if you don't want to use the quick-adjust loop, you don't have to.

Add these if you have standard swivel studs or these if you have QD mounts - both are under $10.

good job, also looks like you could use these...lol

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00162JLG0/ref=sxts_kp_lp_3?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_p=8778bc68-27e7-403f-8460-de48b6e788fb&pd_rd_wg=yq8D1&pf_rd_r=V4M3DY8QQW5GRXT9HJMY&pf_rd_s=desktop-sx-top-slot&pf_rd_t=301&pd_rd_i=B00162JLG0&pd_rd_w=hUgJf&pf_rd_i=sling+swivel&pd_rd_r=b5a6a214-4e4c-4d3e-aee6-fdb79d0ac9dd&ie=UTF8&qid=1540066042&sr=3

Ruger 10/22
Tech sights
USGI Sling with Sling swivels

If I bought these.

Would they just fit in that mount?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MXYWFE4

Totally agree, wish they had come with the stocks like that from the factory. Laminate stocks are similar to regular walnut/hardwood stocks (just thin layers appoxied/resined together forming an overall stronger bond and stock) I installed mine fairly easily just make sure your pre-drill your holes correctly and measure twice.
There are a lot of resources on youtube

Find the one that best suits you

Its all totally doable yourself but if you feel uncomfortable you could always have a gunsmith do it (but if I could do it myself without messing anything up you should be able to as well) If your rifle has a barrel band (I dont believe your model does) they make adapters to attach to it so you wouldn't have to drill the fore-end. Uncle Mike's are great products and thats what I used but there are other good brands, make and models as well, hard to go wrong with swivel studs. Also if you drill in the forward stud it would give you the option to use a swivel stud bipod

Good luck and enjoy the awesome rifle!

These swivels are great. For the sling, you just want a classic GI web sling. You can find them all over (on the Appleseed website, on Amazon, and some Appleseed instructors bring slings to buy). My only advice would be to avoid this one - I ordered one and it was stiff and difficult to adjust.

EDIT: The pictures on the Marlin website make it look like the Model 60 doesn't come with swivel studs in place. I'm sorry, but I can't help with that - my Marlin had a synthetic stock with integrated studs.

Buy something like this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BNLQQBQ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

And something like this: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002IOANI/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

And follow this guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3vqOzfSex94

You will not regret having sling studs on your rifle. I installed 3 studs on each of my carbines, forend left (sling), forend bottom (bipod), buttstock top left (sling). The tri-lock sling swivels are easy enough to take off for hasty sling. The slings I bought came with a clip on the buttstock end, but it was much too loud for hunting.

The swivel is mounted on a stud in the stock. I bought these and installed them.

http://www.amazon.com/Uncle-Mikes-Swivel-2-Inch-4-Inch/dp/B002E6T1NU

These studs worked great for my 10/22. No problems drilling into my wood stock.

Thanks!

So I can go ahead and get this? Or are you referring to different machine screws for another purpose?

I am sure you, like most of us, have a more mechanically inclined friend who is also into firearms. I understand your trepidation making modifications. You can get a part which attaches to the barrel band on the front end so you don't have to drill there. Here is a kit.

Keep watching gunbot for .22LR ammo. It comes up from time to time. You have to jump on it when you see it for reasonable prices. ($0.30 or more per round is certainly not reasonable!) I would seriously consider placing an order with CMP and being happy when it arrived 6-12 months later since their prices are reasonable if you don't have anything other than that one brick.

The TSA annoys me even more than various States carry issues and restrictions! On top of that I actually like driving. I have traveled as far as a 9 hour drive to an Appleseed but going west which would be about the drive time to Connecticut. One of these days I will make it up that way.

If you've got sling mounts on your stock, you can get everything else you need from the Appleseed store -
Sling, Swivel set, Tech Sights and Adjustment tool.

I also had to install the swivel mount screw in my stock.

https://www.amazon.com/Uncle-Mikes-Detachable-Mossberg-12-Gauge/dp/B0002IOARE

i used generics in mine. can confirm they work 100% ok.

used these
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01HJL094O/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

used some generic hardware from the local ace hardware to mount them.

even if they were the same price as fucking magpuls, fuck magpul for not including them.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/3-4-Inch-Nylon-Webbing-Poly-Military-OD-Green-Your-Length-Lashing-Strap-LL/322959295213?hash=item4b31dfc2ed:m:mbQDdZEPTNQOCna0k5HzUEA

then used the 6' option of this for a cheap, super lightweight sling. its not comfortable, but this gun, outside of plinking and around-the-house varmint control, is for emergencies. if im carrying it, im not worried about comfort.

Well the sling will come with qd points. A two point sling will have two qd mounts. The stock has one qd, and then the little mlok to qd. So if u buy this and mount it on an mlok slot on the handrail, then buy a sling that says it is a qd (quick disconnect) sling it will come with the mounts. Like this sling is a 2 point so it comes with two qd points. And then this is the magpul afg .

There is so much good shit on this sub, I rarely have to ask questions as a noob.

Although I will say I bought a 10/22 earlier this week and it would have been nice to know this: to mount a sling, you need to buy some of these, you'll also need a drill, 7/32" bit, 5/32" bit, and ideally a vise to hold the gun while drilling. Takes 5 mins, but woulda been nice to know.

Also the often referenced USGI sling was hard to come by for me, my army surplus store didn't even have anything which blew my mind. You'll probably have to get that on Amazon or similar too. The slings at most places are just for carrying as far as I can tell.

Yeah those QD swivels are meant for a different sort mounting socket. You could buy other mounts and adapters for the stock and barrel to use them, or get swivels like this,
and loop through a sling like this.

[Additionally] As for a forward grip, look for one made for the 1913 Picatinny type rail. There’s literally hundreds...

I put one of these on my Ruger American Predator with a BT10

https://www.amazon.com/BLACKHAWK-Swivel-Stud-Picatinny-Adapter/dp/B004T14ZZW

It works fine. Hasn’t come loose.

GG&G and ACCUTac make something similar too

Edit: you probably want something like BT17 1913 Rail.

Here's my setup. Love it all. Sorry for the lack of formatting, I'm on my phone.

NCStar 3-9x 40mm scope
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000FHBQWO/ref=redir_mdp_mobile

Uncle Mike's swivel
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000H6NJ7I/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1368464932&sr=8-4&pi=SL75

Eagle 30rd banana mag
http://www.slickguns.com/product/ruger-1022-22lr-30rd-banana-mag-new-eagle-799

Forgot what kind of sling I got. It's nothing fancy. The eagle magazine had some weird plastic bit on it to "assist" is removing the mag but it prevented it from fitting. One swift hit with a large rock took it right off though.

Also avoid Remington golden bullets. I say it all the time but they are crap. I had jams every 5-10 rounds. I'm currently using federal's bulk ammo and haven't had a single bad round.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B018ZS5A0S/ref=mp_s_a_1_16?ie=UTF8&qid=1523352601&sr=8-16&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=sling+mount&dpPl=1&dpID=41mat8NN%2B-L&ref=plSrch

Buy a couple of those and drop a bolt/screw through the top into the grip.

I have this model, I purchased some sling swivels on amazon but they're way to big to put them in the mounts that came with the gun.

Also since they are relatively cheap and my pump has a rail already, does anyone have any suggestions for a forward vertical grip that would be compatible with this model?

So an amp that is 50W rms is the most I would need? they're just going to be hanging above my desk with These or sitting on one of those foam isolation bricks.

Also because they are car speakers I'm fairly certain that there is more "open" space in the cavity of a car door than regular desk speaker. cause i remember when the mythbusters made an armoured car by placing Phone Books in the door cavity so should i cut a hole in the back to save on space? or should i just make it a bigger box?

Had fun building this with my 11 yo as a gift for college freshman. Here's what we used:

8" sched 40 PVC pipe

PVC cement

Talentcell 12v lithium battery

2.1 Bluetooth receiver / amp

12v to 24v booster

Skar 8" dual voice coil sub wired as 4ohm

Infiity 6.5" reference speakers 8ohm

Mats to isolate 6.5" speakers, and this

Passive raidators (semi-sealed enclosure), and this

Rifle swivels and sling, and this

Mounting feet

Clamps for main plate

Finished it in a truck bed liner spray in black on round PVC surfaces and a metallic gray on the faceplate.

One of the tricks was to create a flat faceplate from the PVC by cutting the 8" pipe section, cooking 15 mins at 300F, then flatenning it out with weight / pressure. Next time, I would prob sub a different material for the faceplate just to make it easy.

If I could do it over again, I'd use a thinner PVC pipe. Standard Sched 40 in 8" weights a lot... 5lb / foot plus very heavy end caps that I used to surround both sides. Probably 20 lbs of PVC alone.

Also, struggle to get the thing to be truly enclosed. Significant air escapes around the perimeter of the faceplate despite applying clamp force and a bit of dynamat.

Sounds great though! 18 yo kid loved it! Lots of tight bass and this amp puts out good sound with the right power/amps feeding it. Sorry not an audiophile so not testing results to share.

lol i wasn't sure people would be that interested since i didn't do anything unique or exciting with it.

Parts list right now:

Stock KM4 SR7

Mock PEQ (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06X6M3Q1F/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

11.1v 2600mah titan power Li-On

UTG 3X Magnifier (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00S2FWRGK/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

EoTech Clone (https://ebay.us/gl3EGS)

Mock Silencer with flash hider (https://www.airsoftgi.com/product/5KU-SOCOM556MG-6-5-QD-Airsoft-Mock-Suppressor-w-CCW-Flash-Hider-Black-Type-A-33737/)

QD Pictinny rail attachment (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MQEA9CR/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

Nylon sling adapter for stock (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075QB4Z1Z/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1)

Front Grip (https://www.evike.com/products/27228/)

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There are a few variations on products like this one, not saying this is the best, but it gives you a starting point.

Not sure if you've still in the market, but I bought these and they seem to be quality for the price, and made in the USA.

http://www.amazon.com/Uncle-Mikes-Detachable-Mossberg-12-Gauge/dp/B0002IOARE

Thanks, It's a bit of a combination of 3 things, https://www.amazon.ca/BUSHNELL-14612-Uncle-Detach-1-Inch/dp/B000H6NJ7I/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1474408207&sr=8-1&keywords=uncle+mike+10%2F22


[to fit the m1 garand sling] (https://www.amazon.ca/Uncle-Mikes-Sling-Swivel-1-25-in/dp/B01JCSQ5FY/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1474408305&sr=8-3&keywords=uncle+mike+1.25%22)

and the bipod adapter from this

What kind of sling do you have? On mine it has little clips that attach to the QD mount. There's two pieces you would need:

https://www.magpul.com/products/m-lok-qd-sling-mount

https://www.amazon.com/UTG-Heavy-Button-Sling-Swivel/dp/B003TWXA2Q

Then hook your sling onto the sling swivel.

Here's one with both pieces: https://www.amazon.com/JIALITTE-M-lok-Swivel-Adapter-Attachment/dp/B0778BMZWX/ref=sr_1_6?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1517951486&sr=1-6&keywords=mlok+qd+sling

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BQNMHTH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ETcEDb5J1T1G9

Uncle Mike's Non Tri-Lock Sling Swivels (Blued, 1-Inch Loop) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00162JLG0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_pvZzCbJEFS95R

Sling uses these swivels.

Looking for a QD that accepts these swivels.

Confused. So do I need a mounting system like this and the swivels?

https://www.amazon.com/JIALITTE-M-lok-Swivel-Adapter-Attachment/dp/B0778BMZWX/ref=pd_bxgy_200_2/140-4844242-0583461?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B0778BMZWX&pd_rd_r=05d89946-3372-11e9-aa96-e74d7a705039&pd_rd_w=yxiGK&pd_rd_wg=EMExo&pf_rd_p=6725dbd6-9917-451d-beba-16af7874e407&pf_rd_r=SXCMB3SJ480M2J6Q494Q&psc=1&refRID=SXCMB3SJ480M2J6Q494Q

After researching the forums over the months, they said that you need to replace the lower handguard screw with modified version of this screw

I guess i can try the screw the vepr came with first and if it works I save myself $8

Nice! I ended up drilling in with an end mill right between where that screw is and where the "wall" bit that indexes to the bit below the barrel is. Then I threaded it and screwed in one of these: https://smile.amazon.com/GrovTec-GTSW295-Heavy-Button-Swivel/dp/B004Y7DW0U?sa-no-redirect=1

Then Epoxy inside to hold it solid. It ended up being a little inset into the stock (which doesn't swivel as well but I only want it there to use for stability anyway, so I'm cool with that. I'll post a tutorial if people are interested. http://imgur.com/a/yXGEr

Here are a few options that should fit the M-LOK slots at the front end of the rifle depending on what type of sling you are using:

QD

USGI

Standard Swivel (sold here as a bipod mount, but it should still allow sling attachement)

Parts:

• Spikes Complete M4 Upper with Moe handguard
  
  
• Spikes Lower
  
  
• ALG ACT Trigger
  
  
• B5 Bravo Stock
  
  
• KNS Pins
  
  
• Odin Works Extended Mag release
  
  
• Mbus Rear Signt
  
• 
  Tom's Tactical Buffer Tube Assembly
  
  
• Magpul Grip
  
  
• Magpul Industries M-LOK Scout Mount
  
  
• Moe RVG
  
  
  
• Streamlight Pro Tac HL-X
  
  
  
• Strike Industries J-comp
  
  
  
• Blue Force Gear Vickers Combat Applications Sling
  
  
• UTG M-lok QD Mount
  
  
  Paint is a combination of 3 different Rust-Oleum Camouflage colors
  
  I have an MRO that should be here in a few days for my optic, I'm planning on switching out the J-comp with a Wilson combat 3 prong flash hider. I might eventually switch out the handguard for a MI drop in rail. I would also like to switch out the Moe VG with something shorter if anyone has any suggestions.

You got the quick detach ones, but you don't have a quick detach mount.

Get these:

https://www.amazon.com/Blackhawk-Lok-Down-Sling-Swivel-1-25-Inch/dp/B000U3DUHC/ref=sr_1_3?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1536364654&sr=1-3&keywords=sling+swivel

Get an MLOK (or KeyMod, whatever type of rail you have) QD adapter.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077SF11R1?keywords=mlok+sling+mount

It mounts to the side of your rail.

If you have no qd attachment you’d need something like this

http://www.amazon.com/Uncle-Mikes-Detachable-Carbines-Swivels/dp/B000H6NJ7I

Thank you! I was thinking i had to get something like this and then glue it in.
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B01HJL094O/ref=sspa_mw_detail_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1

USGI sling can be found here.

If you choose to buy elsewhere, be sure to buy cotton, not nylon. Nylon has a tendency to slip, especially in the loop configuration you'll learn at Appleseed.

You'll also need sling swivels and sling studs. You can get them as a set here.

Tip for installing the studs on your synthetic stock: Start with a small drill bit about 1/2 half the size of the screw on the stud. Pre-drill holes in the stock. Insert a nail through the sling stud and twist it into the stock until the holes are perpendicular to the bore.

You're all set. Good luck and happy shooting.