Gear Sector Prototype Sling Pad

[JTrusty]

Although we remain adamant that our slings do not require a pad, we do listen to our customers requests and attempt to meet them where
feasible. That said, we are currently working on a retro-fit shoulder pad.

Like all products we manufacture, we like to think the design through thoroughly and design first article samples for fielding prior to
committing to a production run. Pictured below is our first article sample...



We wanted to make sure that the retro-fit shoulder pad would work equally well on all our current slings so we designed the length to cover
as much of the exposed sling material possible for both our ASP and GS-2P without running into or blocking access to vital sling hardware.
The pad is constructed of 1000D Cordura for the main body and binding tape. Standard mil-spec webbing for the Molle straps and two layers
of internal neoprene padding.

We also gave the pad a generous amount of width which allows the pad ( though floating ) to remain fixed on your shoulder while the sling
glides effortlessly into position when shouldering.



The underside that remains in contact with your shoulder utilizes a rubbery textured material to increase the friction between the pad and
your shoulder.



We have a few small changes to implement before having our first batch of samples made, but I thought I would let everyone know it is in
the works. If you have any features you would like to see incorporated, don't be shy.

[JTrusty]

Here is another shot with the same prototype pad installed on our ASP Single Point Sling.

[TigerStripe]

That will be nice for those who believe a wide sling is a must. (It isn't) The pad looks like it may make the adjustment a little difficult on the GS 2PS. You may want to make two sizes with the other being a short pad for the shoulder area only. Otherwise it looks good.


TS

[JTrusty]

The pad looks like it may make the adjustment a little difficult on the GS 2PS.

It does not interfere with the quick adjust mechanism at all. If you are referring to the base adjuster, thats pretty much a moot point since
the adjustment is set prior to installing the pad.

On a side note, I setup a GS-2P on my ( heavy ) 6.8SPC Recce and carried it around the house for about an hour. The pad does make a
difference for heavy weapon platforms over an extended duration.

[TigerStripe]

I was referring to the quick adjust system. It's much cleared in the new picture that it isn't affected. With that doubt erased it looks perfect... except it needs to be in coyote...


TS

[JTrusty]

... except it needs to be in coyote...

It would be out of character if I didn't offer it in all three colors.

[TigerStripe]

It would be out of character if I didn't offer it in all three colors.

Touché...


TS

[JTrusty]

Third revision includes reinforced entrance and exit holes to prevent the sling
from walking off the pad as well as standardized spacing on the PALS webbing
for those who will undoubtedly try to hang something on there ( though we do
not recommend it )

[Stickman]

Third revision includes reinforced entrance and exit holes to prevent the sling
from walking off the pad as well as standardized spacing on the PALS webbing
for those who will undoubtedly try to hang something on there ( though we do
not recommend it )

It might not be recommended, but I can see where people would set up their weapons for a QD system, or use the stubs, and then stage the sling so that they can swap it back and forth between weapons. Because of that, earplugs, otis style cleaning kits, and other small items may be locked in off the webbing. I wouldn't be stunned to see it with an extra mag on it at some point either.

[flyawaychen]

bump for ETA on this cool stuff