NOS Vietnam era USAF Carbine slings on EBAY

[imarangemaster]

I have actually been a fan of the USAF issue nylon "seatbelt" slings for the Carbine. They are longer (52 inches, IIRC) and lend themselves to a muzzle down, under the arm, sling over shoulder carry. I have seen cheaper ones that came in on the Blue Sky Korean import carbines, but the USAF ones used in Vietnam are better quality. Occasionally I see them used, but found a source for NOS ones on EBAY for about $15.00. I ordered one for my potbelly stock.


USGI Nylon M1 Carbine M3 Grease Gun Sling as Used by ARVN USAF and U s SF | eBay

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[imarangemaster]

Wow! The last 7 in stock disappeared in the last hour! I had no idea others wanted them so bad.

[imarangemaster]

Another source. Used, VG $12.00.
M1 CARBINE NYLON SLING, NEW 1974 - $12.50 : War Dog Militaria

[JimF4M1s (Deceased)]

My carbine in 1968 did not have a nylon sling, OD web D clip.

[imarangemaster]

Thanks Jim. I think they came out later. I have seen a package dated 1970 or 1971.

[TBIRD430]

If these don't use an oiler to retain the sling at the butt stock end, does anyone have a pic of how these look with this 2nd type if retention??

[CrossedCannons]

They use the oiler for retention to the stock. These slings just don't have the snap at the other end for attachment to the barrel band. They use a buckle instead.

[imarangemaster]

They are a little loose around the oiler, but not loose enough (at least on my stocks) to fall out. The buckles are smaller than the web buckles, and the D tip is a little too tight. I squished them in a vice, and they are fine.