Feb 2nd 2025
M249 Machine Gun
M249 SAW Sling Attachment and Why Sizing Your Sling for Your Machine Gun Matters
Always Better® | February 4th, 2025
In this video, Chris Sizelove walks us through how to properly attach and size the Vickers M249 SAW Sling to your M249 machine gun using Belt-Fed Loops (BFL) and Universal Wire Loops (UWL) for a secure and reliable setup in the field.
The Vickers M249 SAW Sling features Nomex webbing, metal triglides, and a metal adjuster on the front of the sling. This is crucial because Nomex will not burn or melt even when it comes in contact with a blazing hot barrel. The center of the sling has a 2.75" by 18” long tubular webbing pad for additional comfort when carrying the machine gun.
Chris demonstrates how to attach the tail end of the sling using the BFL, securing it with the triglides, and mounting it to the rear sling slot on the buttstock. For the front attachment, you will see how to pass the UWL’s coated cable through an available slot or hole, such as in the heat shield or rail system, and girth-hitch it for a solid connection. Chris also shows how to thread the sling webbing back through the buckle and triglides for final security.
Once mounted, you will learn how to properly size the sling for field use. A correctly fitted sling allows for smooth transitions between standing, kneeling, and prone positions while maintaining full control over your machine gun. It also allows the operators to fix stoppages or manipulate the weapon while standing. Watch the full video to see these steps in action and optimize your M249 for the battlefield.
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About Chris Sizelove
Chris Sizelove is a retired Master Sergeant who had a distinguished career in the U.S. Army. Joining in 1999, he served in various capacities in the elite 75th Ranger Regiment spanning across the 2nd, 3rd, and 1st Battalions. His extensive service includes roles as a Pre-Ranger Instructor and a pivotal participant in forming the Regimental Special Troops Battalion (RSTB). Sizelove also held the elite position of Master Breacher of the Regiment and later transitioned to roles in the Defense Intelligence Agency.
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