I would like to purchase a sling for my Super Black Eagle II. My gun already has the studs in place for a sling so I would like to utlize them if possible. I really like the Claw Rifle Sling made by Quake Industries and it doesn't slip on your shoulder. I was at Cabelas this past weekend and was prepared to buy this sling until I had a guy behind the gun counter try one on a SBEII they had in stock. The probem was it didn't fit. The sling swivel wouldn't fit the stud on the magazine cap. I'm not sure if the stud was recessed to far back from the factory or if it was the design of the mag cap itself that wouldn't allow it to fit. The mag cap on the SBEII isn't flat but rather concaves slightlyinwardwhich keeps the stud from sticking out very far. Quake Industries also makes a Claw shotgun sling, however it is designed to slip over the gun stock and barrel. Since my gun has the studs for the sling, again I would rather utlize them.
My question to those who own a SBEII or know about them:
Have you tried the Claw Rifle sling on a SBEII and had success?
Was it the gun in Cabelas, or do you think it is true to say that no SBEII will accept the sling I like (Claw Rifle sling)?
If you have a sling on your SBEII or know of a good sling what do you recommend?
I called Quake Industries customer service and they were not much help. They could only suggest the Claw shotgun sling that slips over the stock and barrel which I didn't really want. They really didn't know about their applications (what slings fit what guns, models, etc.)
I would apreciate any input you might have in regards to Slings for a SBEII.
My friend has a SBE II and uses a Claw sling. I don't know if he changed the swivels that came with the sling or if he's using it the way it is. I'll ask him at work tomorrow and let you know. I just bought one for my Mossy 835 and love it.
If you could find out I would really appreciate it. Maybe it was just that particualr gun at Cabelasthat it wouldn't work on. That's what I am hoping for. Thanks for your help.
I asked him today. He said it was a PIA getting it on in the front, but it does fit. I wouldn't worry too much, you could always replace the swivels if it didn't fit anyway.
I just purchase a cheap wide camo sling and use it to carry the gun. However, when I set up I remove the sling...it is just one more thing to move or squeak.
Sling? - Benelli Super Black Eagle II
