I was looking at a Combat re-run and noticed how low Sgt Saunders carries his 1928, slinged across shoulder. It might be my imagination, but I don't think my slings are that long, even when buckled at maximum length. Did they make longer slings for Thompsons, or is this just a Hollywood made sling, or am I just imagining it?
Sling Question
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, Mar 29 2004 08:17 AM
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Posted 29 March 2004 - 09:33 AM
Sgt,
It's an original Kerr sling, not the M3 type made specifically during WWII for the Thompson. The original Kerr slings are a few inches longer.
See the post about reproduction slings and Gunner's post for additional information.
Frank's book also covers this topic very well.
It's an original Kerr sling, not the M3 type made specifically during WWII for the Thompson. The original Kerr slings are a few inches longer.
See the post about reproduction slings and Gunner's post for additional information.
Frank's book also covers this topic very well.
