MRT 1985 M1907 Sling ?

[Greg V]

Does anyone know if this is a real USGI sling? The rivets look different than any that I have seen, but then, I have never seen one dated 1985 either.

Thanks, Greg V

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[AlReiter]

I can't answer your question, but that's a nice looking sling. Was it commercially available or is that a one-off acquisition?
Thanks.

[Greg V]

No, this is the only one that I have seen. I have seen a lot of commercially available slings that look very similar, but they are usually unmarked or just MRT marked with no date.

[Bill Ricca]

It is GI. The government purchased many small lots each year, to supply/support the National Match shooters.

[Calif-Steve]

Bill: I thought Turner was selling slings to the Army and Marines? Correct?

[Bill Ricca]

Probably today, but back then I think it was a different company. I will not reveal the name because I cannot confirm it.

[Dave Waits]

MRT isn't a brand is it? I thought I'd read that it was a mold treatment.

[Bill Ricca]

Yes, you are correct. MRT is Mildew Resistant Treated.

[PeteDavis]

I have a 1986 MRT. Real nice sling.

[Greg V]

Pete, any chance of seeing a picture?