Italian issue M1D accessories?

[Mark in Rochester]

Italian Surplus M1D Garand Sniper Sling. These slings were obtained directly from the importer and were imported alongside the M1D Garand sniper rifles from Italy. These slings are unique in that they are of canvas construction with a series of brass studs in them. Includes a buckle and sling keeper. Approximately 46" long. Unique item that has not been seen elsewhere!

Italian Surplus M1D Garand Sniper Sling | Victory Arms Munitions LLC

[FlightRN]

Good Day
The slings are a great addition. The brass tabs are used when the slings are installed on the BM-59 series rifles. I'm not sure how but they are used with indirect rifle grenade ranging.

Inside the transit case, the securing method of the M84 elevation and windage scope tool is slightly different on my two chests.. One has a small wooden tab that rotates inside the loop, the other locks it down from the top. The way the flash hider secures appears to be consistent.






Since the chests were somewhat custom, subtle variations are likely to be observed.

Regards,
Michael

[Mark in Rochester]

The brass tabs are used when the slings are installed on the BM-59 series rifles. I'm not sure how but they are used with indirect rifle grenade ranging.


Could they be used like this?

[FlightRN]

The brass tabs are used when the slings are installed on the BM-59 series rifles. I'm not sure how but they are used with indirect rifle grenade ranging.


Could they be used like this?

https://www.milsurps.com/images/impo...figure30-1.jpg

Thank you! That makes sense. Do you have a firing position picture of the sling when used in this hasty indirect firing role?

[Mark in Rochester]

Thank you! That makes sense. Do you have a firing position picture of the sling when used in this hasty indirect firing role?

[FlightRN]

https://www.milsurps.com/images/impo...image005-1.jpg

Thank you. Great information.

https://i.imgur.com/R2M3xDK.jpeg