Quick Release Rifle Bearer

[Forkyfinder]

This is why I run short barrels

How long are your setups with can included?

 

[brockel]

How long are your setups with can included?

Barrel with can is 25” at most

 

[AIM STR8]

I have a SG pack. My buddy has a knockoff quick release identical to the SG one(not sure of brand) that he has on an Osprey pack. Works fine for him.

Do you know if the Stone Glacier release can be adapted to use on other packs ... notably a Mystery Ranch pack? I kinda like their concept.

 

[WapitiBob]

Have a picture with barrel in front?

Nope but it wasn't an issue. I crawled under a fence to test it.

 

[brockel]

Nope but it wasn't an issue. I crawled under a fence to test it.

Was looking at those for running longer barreled rifles than what I want to in my kifaru gunbearer.

 

[rogerthat]

No. I generally do not use slings directly on my rifles for a host of reasons. When I do, they lace on.

The slik sling is a pack attachment very similar to the stone glacier except you don’t have to drop the pack to put the gun back in place. After being around the sg, Kifaru, and the slik sling, imo it’s the best solution out of all of them. Prior to using it I thought the kifaru was the bees knees

 

[INMT]

Do you know if the Stone Glacier release can be adapted to use on other packs ... notably a Mystery Ranch pack? I kinda like their concept.

I don't. Look up their customer service number and give them ring. I've called a few times with questions, super helpful folks.

 

[Forkyfinder]

The slik sling is a pack attachment very similar to the stone glacier except you don’t have to drop the pack to put the gun back in place. After being around the sg, Kifaru, and the slik sling, imo it’s the best solution out of all of them. Prior to using it I thought the kifaru was the bees knees

Have any pics? Interested to hear that feedback.

Im torn between the kifaru and slik sling for next season.

 

[Bigjay73]

Kifaru

 

[AIM STR8]

For those that use the Kifaru .... do you have a bipod mounted also or try and use the backpack for a rest?

 

[bayoublaster7527]

I have had the Kifaru universal gun bearer for almost ten years. Used it on a variety of packs, SG, MR, Kuiu, etc. Works well and I haven’t found a need to change. I have found myself in many situations where I had to quickly take an off hand shot at close range while hiking. Worked as advertised and was able to successfully make those quick shots in a narrow window.

 

[SAJ-99]

I use Kifaru. The only change is I didn't like the release in really cold weather. Hands get cold and always seemed like I needed an extra one. So...I bought a blaze orange dog collar with standard quick release buckle and use that in front instead.

 

[Cap’n Crunch]

I use the Kifaru and have my pack as a rest.

 

[KingOfTagSoup]

I'd like to revisit this subject if I may. I found a couple of older threads here on HT but instead of opening up them back up I thought best to start a new one. There appears to be some newer products out there since those older posts and revisions to older versions.

So far I've found Kifaru Gun Bearer, Slik Sling V3, FHF Gear Rifle Sling, Stone Mountain Quick Release, K4 Quick-Release Rifle Carrier to name a few.

All have pro's and cons. Some can deploy the rifle off the pack and be remounted without pack removal. Some need to remove the pack to remount the rifle. Some have the rifle under the arm and others behind. Prices seem to vary greatly.

The SG appears to be propriety to their brand of backpack?
The front carry style (Kifaru) with the rifle under arm looks like it would hinder the use of a bino harness?

Anyway, I'm looking for one to use with my Mystery Ranch pop-up 28 with a scope mounted rifle and bi-pod. If anyone would care to share comments on what I've found so far or what they're currently using that would be appreciated.

I tried the slik sling this past year. Overall works really well, looks like the updated version 3 is a little bit more refined.

 

[AIM STR8]

I noticed that Kifaru offers replacement parts where you can purchase just the butt holder if you don't like the butt holder on the Slik Sling V3.

 

[Wild Bill]

I’ve used my kifaru with a bipod and no issues. You can adjust the length on the bottom piece to make the gun ride higher or lower to accommodate.

 

[SFC B]

I use the Kifaru and love it. Since I started using trekking poles (best move ever) it frees up my hands, is very quick and secure. I have Wiser quix stix on my poles for a shooting rest or use my pack ...situation dependent.

 

[KingOfTagSoup]

I use the Kifaru and love it. Since I started using trekking poles (best move ever) it frees up my hands, is very quick and secure. I have Wiser quix stix on my poles for a shooting rest or use my pack ...situation dependent.

I also just got the Wiser quick stix. Big fan so far