So, I finally broke down and ordered the Brass Stacker harness sling for my BBB, did not get the optional bandoleer for ammo since there is already enough forward barrel weight. Received it yesterday, for the price Im kinda underwhelmed.
The harness does snuggly fit the stock for now, just wondering how much and how fast it will stretch. To me it seems like the leather is slightly on the thin side. Also the snaps that fasten it were not completely tight. I have done some leather work in the past so I had the tools to tighten them up some, didnt take much but wonder how long it would have taken for them to come apart if I hadnt tightened them.
The sling that came with it was also underwhelming. I would have been almost happier if they would have offered it as an option and only included the swivels. It is a plain leather strap with a few holes in it for mounting the swivels and some small amount of adjustment. When they dyed the strap they managed to get some dye on the bottom side, looked kind of like a hand print, that was very noticeable. This morning I used some Neats Foot Oil on the sling to the bottom side and it did blend the color in some but, it did soak clear through to the front side. Made the front a mottled look, so then I ended up doing the front also. Darkened the finish some, but also softened the sling to where it is more comfortable.
I would do the harness also with the Neats Foot Oil to help protect it since I do plan on using my rifle in all weather, But, Im afraid it will soften the leather to the point it will stretch it even faster.
Anybody else have any comments on the Brass Stacker harness sling, or experience with it after use?
