3Hgr Rifle Carry System

[Elliott 436]

Over the last few weeks I've had the pleasure of using a brand new product on my CZ452 and Tikka T3 Varmint.

 

I'd been in the lookout for a double strap/harness for the T3 which is relatively heafty when combined with a large scope and bipod. After responding to a post on another forum I was soon in touch with Tuukka, one of the co-founders of 3HGR and within a couple of weeks two samples of the sling landed on my desk at work.

 

Here's a short clip of the gun rest and carry system which contains a nifty little feature allowing the user to attach the sling to a tree, or any vertical upright, for a really steady shooting platform: https://youtu.be/zcSwLGAMrEII

 

I can see this being really useful for woodland stalkers or even PCP air rifle shooters who may use the rifle rest feature when on the hunt for squirrels, woodpigeon or corvids. Perfect for static positions but also very quick to deploy on the move.

 

Of course for me the real advantage of the sling is the fact that it helps spread the weight of the rifle across the back and helps keep both hands free. I've always found having to hold onto the bottom of the sling to be a real niggle when walking and if you're the type of person that likes to use binoculars in the field then it's going to be a real bonus feature too.

 

The sling isn't cheap with a starting price of £60 for the basic model without the rifle rest feature and it's up against competitors such as the Aim Z Rifle Sling but I do think this one is a real contender. If any of you are planning on visiting the CLA Gamefair I'm told they will be available to handle and buy so feel to pop over and have a look at them and see what you think

[cragman 2,791]

I'll sort one of these when I get home from holiday, they look the bollocks

[sussex 5,777]

Looks a lot of straps for me to get snagged up on ..plus that does look a heavy bit of kit .the older I get the lighter I want ..

 

Edited to say it all looks simple when your in t shirt and jeans , not so sure with a heavy coat in winter ...

[Elliott 436]

Looks a lot of straps for me to get snagged up on ..plus that does look a heavy bit of kit .the older I get the lighter I want ..

 

Edited to say it all looks simple when your in t shirt and jeans , not so sure with a heavy coat in winter ...

Honestly sussex, it's an absolute doddle pal.

 

Just as easy as a normal sling, it's only a chest strap! I was out lamping last night in my waterproof Sawzi jacket and it's a doddle. You're certainly not wrong about lighter rifles though

[Yokel Matt 918]

If I was getting over a gate or there was rough, uneven ground I imagine that retaining strap would be quite useful to help keep the rifle on your shoulder. Conversely i can see it getting tangled up with the binoculars and the little extra time / movement to release it could cost you in some situations. Being able to clip it to a tree looks to me like a bit of an afterthought gimmick and knowing my luck would lose me more shots than it assisted but now I'm just being awkward.

 

Looks well made though - no doubt it'll be a raving success and for all my cynicism I'll probably end up buying one anyway!

[Alsone 789]

If I was getting over a gate or there was rough, uneven ground I imagine that retaining strap would be quite useful to help keep the rifle on your shoulder. Conversely i can see it getting tangled up with the binoculars and the little extra time / movement to release it could cost you in some situations. Being able to clip it to a tree looks to me like a bit of an afterthought gimmick and knowing my luck would lose me more shots than it assisted but now I'm just being awkward.

 

Looks well made though - no doubt it'll be a raving success and for all my cynicism I'll probably end up buying one anyway!

 

I'd be worried about scratching the stock securing it to a tree then pivoting it against it.

 

Probably a good product, but just one use I personally wouldn't put it to. If you need a rest, probably better off with a bipod or sticks.

Edited July 23, 2015 by Alsone

[ianm 2,594]

Looks a bit awkward and a faff to be honest. I certainly wouldn't rub a nice stock against a tree either, no not for me i'me afraid.

[Lauri 1]

Hello everybody. My name is Lauri and I'm the guy who developed the slings a couple years ago. I noticed this discussion and if it's not against the forum rules, I'd like to join in. I'd just like to share my thoughts and answer a couple questions/doubts regarding the sling.

 

Believe me, the winter here in Finland can be a "bit cold" and the sling works just the same with winter clothing. One might want to adjust the sling length with more clothes, but it takes a few seconds.

 

Another good point is damage done on the stock. The polymer plate is 67mm wide and it always a bit wider than the stock. Therefore the only part actually touching the tree trunk (or a concrete post!) is the polymer plate. I really wouldn't want to scratch my own or anyone else's stock.

 

Originally the sling was designed for a bit different kind of carrying mode than the one Elliott uses. I tried his version myself and it was really good in an easy terrain and especially with a backpack. This video (english subtitles available) shows the original design for carrying a rifle with the 3HGR: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nuFQP5FqCqA

 

The gun rest feature is really handy especially in the Nordic countries where people like to shoot treetop birds (Shooting capercaillies/black grouses often requires steep shooting angles and getting above the vegetation), but is has been quite useful in many other forms of hunting. For those who only appreciate the carrying features, we recently developed the Light Harness version that doesn't include the gun rest, but has the same carrying features.

 

Lauri