How do you tie the thong on a leather SMLE sling?

[jdmcomp]

I had always thought these were Australian, as they did not have a weaving plant to make the mills type sling.

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[Robert303]

This sling looks identical to the one that came with my Long Lee which I am told had been in one family for years. Not very scientific but - - -

[RobD]

Here's a source in the US for original and repro slings:
Military Antiques, Military Collectibles and Militaria British Enfield Leather Sling WWI Dated IMA-USA.COM
and
Military Antiques, Military Collectibles and Militaria British WWI WWII SMLE Enfield Rifle Leather Sling IMA-USA.COM