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What happened to the "triple wrap knot" sling design? |
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We have done away with the "Triple Wrap Knot" design by vastly improving upon it. Under certain circumstances we found out the old "triple wrap knot" would stretch out and fail. We also replaced this design due to the following reasons: - We want to offer you a modern sling in both traditional leather and a modern synthetic Biothane. This is not possible with the old knot design. It will not function with modern synthetics like Biothane.
- Some users could make the knot fail simply by using the wrong leather oil on the sling. Once this happened, the knot would begin to slip for the remainder of the sling's life.
- Overloading the knot by aggressively pulling on it can force the sling to slip. This stretches out the leather knot and forces it to skid. Once it skids, it will continue to slip forever.
We understand the old design is being reproduced by another manufacturer. We will continue to warranty any slings manufactured by us. While we cannot warranty any quality issues or product failures on slings not manufactured by us, we will support our customers. We can upgrade your old sling to the current Outfitter design. This results in a sling of the same length - we can also shorten it during the process, just let us know the stud-to-stud length you want. If you have purchased an older "Triple Wrap Knot" sling from us and would like to upgrade it or exchange it for an Outfitter Sling, call us toll free for details at 888-478-6565.
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Testimonials ...
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"IST's Outfitter Sling utilizes Biothane synthetics to deliver a sling that feels like leather but wears like iron." -- SHOT Business Magazine
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I put it in the freezer, a bucket of water for a day, and left it on a rock in August, and it didn't seem to care much what I did to it. -- David E. Petzal, Deputy Editor, Field & Stream
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The Outfitter Sling is the best sling I have ever used! R. Barch, Owner, Michi-Gun Gun Shop
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Excellent customer service - many thanks! - Robert J, West Chester PA
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The SideWinder really came in handy during the last hurricane season! Thank you for a great product - it worked just as advertised! - Cindy L. Miami, FL
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I don't know how you guys made a better mousetrap, but the Slider on the Outfitter Sling is impressive! - Greg L, Medford OR
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The new Outfitter Slings are fantastic! The Slider design is a HUGE improvement over the old triple wrap knot. Keep up the good work! -Tom V, Oxnard CA
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