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I’m starting to get caught up on some reviews and the Chameleon Sling by Tactical Dynamics Firearms Training was one that I was excited to tell you guys about. I recently had a chance to use this sling for a month or so and see what its all about. The Chameleon Sling name fits it right as it is very adaptable to not only the equipment you are using but also to the users preference as well. The Chameleon Sling is designed as a Vest-Integrated sling but can be modified to be used without a Vest, Chest Rig or Plate Carrier. By mounting your sling to your Plate Carrier, etc. it removes the pull on your neck reducing neck strain and skin irritation.
There are three main modes the Chameleon Sling can be mounted, two Vest-Integrated and one Non-Vest-Integrated Single Point mode. The first mode and the one that separates this sling from all the others is the Chameleon mode. This is where you use just the bungee section of the sling and attach it to your vest/plate carrier using the supplied snaps as shown attached to my Banshee Rifle Plate Carrier in the picture below. By mounting one in the front and one in the back your weapon is slung high and tight to your side instead of right in the front where it can get in the way while moving, etc. Depending on how you prefer to set this up it can create very easy transitions to your secondary weapon by dropping the rifle to the opposite side leaving clear access to the secondary.
The Second Vest-Integrated mode is the Patrol mode. This entails again using just the bungee section of the sling and attaching the sling higher up on the shoulders leaving the rifle to hang in the center of the chest. Depending on how tall you are and how long your arms are you can just change which loop you connect the sling to. I personally am a bit taller and have pretty long arms so it works better for me to have the rifle slung a bit lower.
The last mode is the standard Single-Point Bungee mode. This is an easy setup just by attaching the supplied adjustable strap to the bungee section of the sling. This gives you the ability to use the Chameleon sling even without the use of a Chest Rig or Plate Carrier.
The ease of use of this sling was very surprising. Normally an item that is very configurable can be overly complex but this wasn’t the case with the Chameleon Sling. I was very impressed with the quality of the construction and materials used for the Chameleon Sling. All of the components are very high quality and built to last. I personally only had one small issue at all during my use with the Chameleon Sling and was one that has been remedied on all future units. Periodically during use I noticed that while attaching it or shouldering it would get the webbing to ride up on the carabiner and get caught on the pivot pin for the gate and the sharp edges in the same area. I did let them know about this and they have already begun using heat shrink tubing around this area which will keep this from happening at all. This will also dress it up a bit. At the time of my review the Chameleon Sling only came with Mash Hooks as an attachment option.
Also, I prefer to use QD’s so I attached a small QD to the Mash Hook which you can see in the pics above and it worked great. They now offer a total of 3 attachment options, Mash Hook, Snap Shackle or QD Swivel. With all of the features this sling offers you might be thinking “Its got to be expensive” but its not. The Chameleon Sling comes standard with the Mash Hooks for just $45. If you would like Snap Shackles or QD Swivels the price is just $50 and $55 respectively. Overall, I think this is a fantastic sling especially for those of you who wear a Chest Rig or Plate Carrier daily or if you’re looking for a sling that can adapt to its environment like a Chameleon.
You can purchase your Chameleon Sling at TacDynamics.com
Be sure to check out the Chameleon Shooting Products Facebook page for your chance to win one of these awesome slings when they reach 500 fans.
If you’ve been paying attention at all to the AR15 market you’ve undoubtedly noticed the abundance of new rail/handguards, starting with the Noveske NSR, using a new feature called KeyMod. My favorite KeyMod rail is the Fortis REV in the image below. KeyMod is basically an attachment system for accessories that doesn’t require the use of a 1913 picatinny rail and was designed by VLTOR. Up until now every ones been asking the question “Where’s all the KeyMod accessories?”. Noveske has come out with a few but we want more!! Finally I can confidently say that they are on the way! Earl over at Impact Weapons Components has been working very hard on this and is planning on offering a full line of Handstops, Light Mounts, Sling Mounts, etc. using the KeyMod attachment system. The first to be offered will be the new KeyMod Handstop. Right now they are doing a Pre-Order for the new KeyMod Handstop which is just a few weeks out. Pricing is only $34.95 but as with everything on the Impact Weapons Components website if you use the code “AR15NEWS” at checkout you’ll save 5% off your order. Get in on this pre-order at ImpactWeaponsComponents.com. I’ll keep you guys informed as more IWC KeyMod components continue to come in.
WEAPON CONTROL MOUNT-N-SLOT is designed to provide a low profile, ergonomic and highly functional device for enhancing weapon control.
Direct Attach Design saves weight, reduces part count, increases weapon reliability and increases the function of the WEAPON CONTROL MOUNT-N-SLOT by placing it directly against the surface of the hand guard / fore end.
The operator can place them in any single KeyMod Slot, usually along the bottom of the hand guard, allowing the weapon to be pulled into the shoulder pocket, or directly attached to the side of the hand guard, allowing the WEAPON CONTROL MOUNT-N-SLOT to index perfectly in the web of your hand, like a GLOCK or 1911 would, for proper alignment behind a weapon mounted flashlight.
DIRECT attach design eliminates the need for 2 separate mounts; 1- A Hand Stop Mount and 2 – A Picatinny MIL-Spec 1913 Bolt-on Rail Section.
Ergonomic, DIRECT attach design eliminates all sharp edges which can ensnarl the operators gear.
55% increase in usable hand guard grip area by eliminating the Picatinny MIL-Spec 1913 Bolt-on Rail Section.
35% lower profile than a separate Mount and Picatinny MIL-Spec 1913 Bolt-on Rail Section. Ultra-lightweight MOUNT-N-SLOT design weighs only .XXX ounces. Over 65% less than a separate Hand Stop Mount and Picatinny MIL-Spec 1913 Bolt-on Rail Section.
Micro-Adjustable mounting allows the operator to mount anywhere through any KeyMod Slot on the firearm hand guard.
CNC Machined from 6061-T6 aluminum; Hard anodized Type III matte finish per MIL-A-8625F.
Easily installation and simple to follow instructions, using the tool included
NO GUNSMITHING
Directly Attaches to: KeyMod
100% LIFETIME WARRANTY. PERIOD. Return for full refund including your shipping charges.
MADE IN USA; Including Materials, Tool and Packaging. 
IWC MOUNT-N-SLOT products are MADE BY AMERICANS in COLORADO.
Purchase yours today at ImpactWeaponsComponents.com
I’m a huge fan of any product that helps me be able to use my rifle better and that includes when I need to shoot with my off hand. That’s why the first thing I do is hook my rifles up with as many ambidextrous upgrades as possible. As I’ve mentioned before one of the best bang for your buck upgrades is the BAD-ASS ambi safety selector from Battle Arms Development. Recently the Rainier Arms Raptor ambi charging handle has also become an integral part in all of my rifles as well. Now, Battle Arms Development has packaged these two awesome products together at the discounted price of just $139.95 and they’re instock and ready to ship. If you’re looking to completely upgrade the functionality of your AR15 this is the package you need! Check out their combo special at BattleArmsDevelopment.com.
Take a minute to check out the awesome new promo video from Phase 5 Tactical featuring their amazing ABL/CHA (Ambi Battle Latch Charging Handle Assembly) and a few of their CQC AR15 Pistols. I personally bought two of the ABL/CHA’s a while back and love them. They are every bit as rock solid as they are advertised to be. You could probably use them as a weapon by themselves if you ran out of ammo, then dropped your knife and realized you forget your Tomahawk at home. : ) Anyways, click play one the video below to see just how awesome this CH is then head on over to Phase5Tactical.com to get your own ABL/CHA or many other awesome products!
